SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
FORM 6-K
REPORT OF FOREIGN PRIVATE ISSUER
PURSUANT TO RULE 13a-16 OR 15d-16 OF
THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
Report on Form 6-K dated July 24, 2003
Commission File No. 0-28578
DASSAULT SYSTEMES S.A.
(Name of Registrant)
9, Quai Marcel Dassault, B.P. 310, 92156 Suresnes Cedex, France
(Address of Principal Executive Offices)
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant files or will file annual
reports under cover of Form 20-F or Form 40-F
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registrant in connection with Rule 12g3-2(b): 82-___________
ENCLOSURES:
Dassault Systemes S.A. (the "Company") is furnishing under cover of Form 6-K two
press releases dated July 24, 2003, the first announcing the signing of a
contract with Yantai Raffles Shipyard for product development and data
management software, the second announcing that BMW Group is developing a new
vehicle program with IBM Product Lifecycle Management technology with software
from Dassault Systemes.
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Yantai Raffles Shipyard Chooses Product Lifecycle
Management Solutions from IBM and Dassault
Systemes for Competitive Shipbuilding Advantage
Premier offshore builder of ships and oilrigs adopts solutions to become the
most efficient and economical shipyard in the world
Yantai, China and Paris, France - July 24, 2003 - IBM and Dassault Systemes
(Nasdaq: DASTY, Euronext Paris: #13065, DSY.PA) today announced the signing of a
contract with Yantai Raffles Shipyard (YRS) for product development and data
management software. YRS has acquired IBM's Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)
Shipbuilding Solutions with software developed by Dassault Systemes in its aim
to become one of the most efficient and low cost shipyards in the world.
The PLM Solution fulfills YRS' critical need for web-based product development
collaboration to link its shipyard in Yantai, China with its headquarters in
Singapore and its offices in Houston, Texas, USA. With the integrated IBM PLM
platform, comprised of CATIA V5 for collaborative virtual product development
and ENOVIA LCA and ENOVIA Portal 3d com for real-time product data management
developed by Dassault Systemes, YRS is already realizing the benefits of
seamless sharing of all vessel lifecycle information between product development
teams in the company.
The advanced PLM solution has enabled the shipyard to streamline design
processes for all its vessels, from floating storage and off-take (FSO) ships to
oilrigs and luxury yachts. YRS is already experiencing substantial return on
investment through lower material costs and improved quality - a combined
competitive advantage.
"Our customers deserve the best and we give them the best. Our prices are very,
very competitive against any shipyard in the world and we sell on good quality
and delivery. This is only possible if we use the best technology on the market
to build our ships and that's why we chose IBM PLM solutions," said Brian Chang,
Chairman/CEO, YRS. "Today, we are able to collaborate with owners, suppliers and
designers in an exciting new way. Being able to vision a digital model of a ship
before production begins is an unforgettable experience for our customers. PLM
technology from IBM and Dassault Systemes is shaping the way suppliers, partners
and clients think about us."
IBM and Dassault Systemes' CATIA V5 solution comes with a full set of
shipbuilding-oriented functionalities to meet YRS' requirements, from
'conceptual' to 'detail ship design' and 'in production'. Powerful digital
mock-up technology and a collaborative design environment ensure that YRS
engineers design efficiently and with precision. ENOVIA LCA and ENOVIA 3d.com
solutions enable full collaborative product development, as well as
access to both design information and engineering data among the YRS marketing,
engineering and production functions, and ensures that YRS staff, customers,
partners and suppliers are able to work together in a virtual product
development environment.
"With PLM solutions from Dassault Systemes, Yantai Raffles can simulate all
design processes, from the pre-project phase, through detailed design, analysis,
simulation, assembly and maintenance in order to avoid conception and fitting
errors," said Etienne Droit, executive vice president, Sales and Marketing,
Dassault Systemes. "YRS can also establish pervasive 3D-based communication and
collaboration between its sites in Singapore and China. Simulation of the entire
product life cycle before committing to physical production helps accelerate the
shipbuilding process, eliminate design mistakes and cut costs."
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About Yantai Raffles Shipyard
Yantai Raffles Shipyard has the engineering capacity and facilities to manage a
wide variety of vessels at one time. The shipyard is located in a peaceful city
of Yantai, Shandong Province in northern China and is offshore
project-orientated. The weather in Yantai is moderate and ideal for shipyard
work. YRS is headquartered in Singapore where it manages marketing and business
development, and with procurement offices in Singapore, Houston and Yantai. YRS'
aim is to be the shipyard of choice for ship owners. YRS will try harder than
others. Find out more at: http://www.yantai-raffles.com
About IBM
IBM is the world's largest technological company, providing leadership and
innovation throughout the world for more than 80 years. IBM is the largest
supplier of "hardware", "software" and Information Technology services, and
pioneered the development and implementation of "e-business" solutions. IBM
Sales & Distribution, which supports more than a dozen key industries worldwide,
works with companies of all sizes around the world to deploy the full range of
IBM technologies. The fastest way to get more information about IBM is through
the IBM home page at http://www.ibm.com
About Dassault Systemes
As world leader in PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) solutions, the Dassault
Systemes group brings value to more than 65,000 customers in 80 countries. A
pioneer in the 3D software market since 1981, Dassault Systemes develops and
markets PLM application software and services that support industrial processes
and provide a 3D vision of the entire life cycle of products from conception to
retirement. Its offering includes PLM integrated solutions for product
development (CATIA, ENOVIA, DELMIA, SMARTEAM), general-use 3D solutions
(SolidWorks), and 3D components (SPATIAL). Dassault Systemes is listed on the
Nasdaq (DASTY) and Euronext Paris (#13065, DSY.PA) stock exchanges. For more
information, visit http://www.3ds.com
YRS Press Contact: IBM Press Contact: Dassault Systemes Press Dassault Systemes Investor
Brian Chang Jennifer Feller Contacts: Contacts:
+ 33 141 88 6189 Anthony Marechal Emma Rutherford,
+86 535 6820487 jennyfeller@fr.ibm.com +33 1 55 49 84 21 Harriet Keen
brianchang@yantai-raffles.net anthony_marechal@ds-fr.com Financial Dynamics
+44 207 831 3113
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[IBM LOGO]/[DASSAULT SYSTEMES LOGO]
Product Lifecycle Management Solutions from IBM
and Dassault Systemes Boost Efficiency at Leading
Premium Vehicle Manufacturer
BMW Group expects a reduction in development time and an increase in
operational and financial efficiencies - Several hundred BMW Group suppliers
will adopt the same world-leading collaborative design solution
Munich, Germany and Paris, France - July 24, 2003 - IBM and Dassault Systemes
(Nasdaq: DASTY, Euronext Paris: #13065, DSY.PA) today announced that BMW Group,
one of the world's most profitable car manufacturers and leader in the premium
vehicle market, is developing a new vehicle program with IBM Product Lifecycle
Management technology with software from Dassault Systemes. The powerful
solution is helping BMW Group to streamline product development and contain
costs.
IBM PLM Solutions, with CATIA(R) V5 for collaborative product development and
ENOVIA(TM) for product data and lifecycle management developed by Dassault
Systemes, will enable BMW Group to reuse standard vehicle components to create
multiple variants that can be used from one model to the next. Integrating all
product information throughout the vehicle development lifecycle, the new PLM
platform is set to boost operational efficiency, increase collaboration between
development teams, reduce time to market, and ultimately deliver better premium
vehicles for increased customer satisfaction. The two-year rollout represents a
significant IT investment by the BMW Group.
IBM has also been engaged in an extensive CATIA V5 rollout program to integrate
BMW Group suppliers with the PLM platform. Several hundred suppliers
contributing to BMW's new car program will be equipped with IBM PLM Solutions by
the end of 2004. This collaboration will enable material suppliers to
significantly improve efficiency by reacting to the design changes that are
customary in new vehicle development far earlier in the product development
cycle and eliminate unnecessary time delays that translate into costs.
Long-time partners with BMW Group for product development, IBM and Dassault
Systemes' team of consulting professionals are supporting BMW Group to
revolutionize the way a car is conceived and developed. With world-class PLM
tools and industry expertise, BMW Group continues to strive for the optimum
development process across all domains.
BMW Group is now prepared to develop entire vehicles virtually, which are the
basis for complete virtual validations, i.e., crash test and other vehicle
safety and performance simulations, significantly reducing the need for costly
physical prototypes. Anticipated benefits include a significant reduction in
both development time and cost via a process which facilitates faster and more
innovative design.
CATIA V5 will be used to create a digital master car model that can be used to
develop a full family of vehicles. ENOVIAVPM will run concurrently with CATIA V5
and CATIA V4 for total integration of vehicle design and manufacturing
information. It will also enable BMW Group
to efficiently manage all vehicle-related information - linking common
standards, processes, applications and methodology.
"We have been working with BMW for more than twenty years. During that time, we
have studied their development processes, listened to their engineers, and
together come up with PLM solutions that perfectly fit BMW Group's development
strategy. It's a win-win relationship built on trust and respect that has helped
BMW Group, Dassault Systemes and IBM become leaders in their respective
domains," said Bruno Latchague, Executive Vice president, Development and
Support, Dassault Systemes and Dr. Manfred Sammet, IBM PLM Management Executive
for the BMW digital car program.
Cars from the other BMW Group brands, MINI and Rolls Royce, are also developed
using IBM PLM Solutions.
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About IBM
IBM is the world's largest technological company, providing leadership and
innovation throughout the world for more than 80 years. IBM is the largest
supplier of "hardware", "software" and Information Technology services, and
pioneered the development and implementation of "e-business" solutions. IBM
Sales & Distribution, which supports more than a dozen key industries worldwide,
works with companies of all sizes around the world to deploy the full range of
IBM technologies. The fastest way to get more information about IBM is through
the IBM home page at http://www.ibm.com
About Dassault Systemes
As world leader in PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) solutions, the Dassault
Systemes group brings value to more than 65,000 customers in 80 countries. A
pioneer in the 3D software market since 1981, Dassault Systemes develops and
markets PLM application software and services that support industrial processes
and provide a 3D vision of the entire life cycle of products from conception to
retirement. Its offering includes integrated PLM solutions for product
development (CATIA, DELMIA, ENOVIA, SMARTEAM), mainstream product design tools
(SolidWorks), and 3D components (SPATIAL). Dassault Systemes is listed on the
Nasdaq (DASTY) and Euronext Paris (#13065, DSY.PA) stock exchanges. For more
information, visit http://www.3ds.com
IBM Press Contact: Dassault Systemes Press Contacts: Dassault Systemes Investor Contacts:
Jennifer Feller Anthony Marechal Emma Rutherford, Harriet Keen
+ 33 141 88 6189 +33 1 55 49 84 21 Financial Dynamics
jennyfeller@fr.ibm.com anthony_marechal@ds-fr.com
+44 207 831 3113
SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934,
the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the
undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.
DASSAULT SYSTEMES S.A.
Date: July 24, 2003 By: /s/ Thibault de Tersant
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Name: Thibault de Tersant
Title: Executive Vice President,
Finance and Administration
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