PEOPLE OF CNH
PATSY MAEGERMAN – DEALER SUPPORT MANAGER, BENELUX AND FRANCE
In this issue of On the Ground we learn about former champion cyclist, Patsy Maegerman, who is responsible for Dealer Parts Support (DPS) for Benelux and France.
Read on to learn how she has combined her passion for sport and exercise with a career at CNH that has grown over her time with us.
Former Belgian cycling champion, Patsy Maegerman
How life as a professional cyclist put me on the road to success at CNH
CNH gave me a chance at a second career and I took it. I am a good example of someone who started from the bottom and worked my way up. I joined the company 10 years ago as an expediter within spare parts and now I am responsible for Dealer Parts Support (DPS) for Benelux and France. This role gives me the opportunity to guide, train and manage a team. We follow up spare parts orders and support dealers by solving any issues they may have. The support we give can be very wide and varied. It is important that dealers use our applications in order to, as much as possible, work autonomously. Our goal as a team is always Customer First. I love the variety in my job and being able to develop relationships with our dealers.
Patsy at the Zedelgem Plant in Belgium
But, it is my previous life as a professional athlete that set the foundations for all my success since. It is that grounding in competitive cycling, where I was a multiple Belgian champion and a world vice champion, that has given me the energy and drive to succeed here. I am married to Christophe Lauwers, a former professional footballer with two caps for Belgium. We have two daughters, Luna, who is 23 and Iza, 20. I only met my husband after I finished my own sporting career then I followed his, which took us abroad for several years. It was after both of our sporting careers ended that we started our second life where I was determined to find the ideal job.
Having had many different jobs previously, I found CNH 10 years ago. It hasn’t always been easy but through hard work, staying motivated, and the confidence the company has shown in me, I’ve been able to get to where I am. Sport is and always will be a big part of my life so, at times, it has been difficult balancing it with my current position. But in the past few months I have found stability and started focusing on cycling again.
Patsy (center poster) at the Museum of Cycle Racing in Roeselare, Belgium
I have learned to persevere, to achieve results and, above all, to fight for them. I try to show that in my current job so that we achieve results. Sport remains my passion because I am convinced that it’s essential to feeling good physically and mentally. It’s an escape from day-to-day stress and that’s why I hope, through being the Belgian Ambassador for our Biking New Ground initiative, that I can convince colleagues to take up cycling whether that be recreationally or as an alternative mode of transport to and from work. It is never too late to saddle up. You just have to take the first step and, above all, encourage each other as together we are stronger, and success is always possible.
Patsy gearing up for Biking New Ground
PLANT SPOTLIGHT: GREATER NOIDA PLANT, INDIA
Aerial view of the Greater Noida Plant in India
Celebrating 25 Years of Excellence: CNH India’s Greater Noida Plant
India’s Greater Noida Plant celebrates 25 years of manufacturing this year. The milestone marks a quarter of a century of dedication, growth, and impact on the Indian tractor manufacturing landscape. Since 1998, the plant based in Uttar Pradesh, Northern India, has been more than just a production facility – it’s been a hub of innovation and support for farmers across the country.
With more than 700,000 tractors produced in 25 years, each one represents a promise fulfilled to our customers. From the classic 70 HP tractor to the advanced models of today such as the 106 HP Case IH Workmaster. Case IH produce the Farmall Utility Light, Utility Medium and compact tractors. New Holland manufactures a range of models including the 3630 Special Edition, 5620 and 5630 Trem IV, 3600-2 All Rounder and Excel Ultima 5510. Our brands, Case IH and New Holland, build over 2,400 varieties of tractor here and export to more than 90 countries globally.
The plant celebrated the milestone of 700,000 tractors manufactured since it opened 25 years ago
Did you know?
A complete tractor is rolled out every five minutes at Greater Noida and 25% to 30% are exported.
The F28 engine facility, inaugurated by our CEO, Gerrit Marx, during his visit in July, is based at Greater Noida
Our CEO, Gerrit Marx, officially opens Greater Noida’s F28 Engine facility alongside Narinder Mittal, President of CNH India
Women working on the manufacturing line at Greater Noida
What truly sets the Greater Noida Plant apart is the team of over 1,200 employees. They are the heart of this facility, and their dedication is evident in every aspect of its operation. A sense of pride centers around a special women’s manufacturing line, which highlights our commitment to inclusivity and empowerment. There are over 45 women working on this line which started in 2022 as part of a commitment to support and enhance diversity in the plant. Their hard work and innovation are integral to Greater Noida’s success.
There are over
women working on this line
This anniversary gives our colleagues in India a chance to celebrate the ongoing journey with awards and recognition, including Kaizen and Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) accolades. The New Holland tractors manufactured here have also been awarded with Indian Tractor of The Year awards for the last three consecutive years. These honors reflect a relentless pursuit of excellence and a dedication to enhancing the noble work of farmers globally.
The plant is Silver WCM (World Class Manufacturing) certified, a Great Place to Work, and is also recognized at various industry forums for its support to the nearby communities with water conservation projects, a medical van facility and education support programs for underprivileged children who live in the surrounding area.
Looking ahead, the team at Greater Noida is excited to continue building on this legacy, driven by the passion of our employees and our commitment to serving our customers. Here’s to 25 years of excellence and many more to come.
Representatives from the Greater Noida Plant with the CII Award
Jasbir Singh, Associate, Group Champion, said:
Jasbir Singh
"Being part of the New Holland Greater Noida plant since it opened has been an incredible journey. Over the years, I’ve witnessed the plant evolve, producing world-class tractors and agricultural equipment. Knowing that the machines we build here contribute to farming communities not only in India but across the globe is something I take great pride in. The plant's focus on innovation and quality has allowed me to grow as a professional and celebrating 25 years feels like celebrating my own personal achievements as well.”
