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In the midst of the transition from legacy fossil fuels to alternative powertrains and autonomous driving capabilities, the automotive industry has also endured the disruption from COVID-19 and ongoing global supply chain constraints. Our dedicated professionals, located in each of the world’s key automotive markets, are committed to your success in this shifting climate. Oaklins’ capabilities in M&A, growth equity and ECM, debt advisory and corporate finance services span from traditional OEMs suppliers to emerging technology companies. We will help you navigate the current market and close the deals crucial to your future success.

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Car Trim Holding GmbH has been acquired by Jerzy Malek

Automotive

Car Trim Holding GmbH has been acquired by Jerzy Malek

Jerzy Malek, the majority shareholder of Car Trim Holding GmbH, has acquired the outstanding 35% shares of the company from the other shareholders, and adjacently conducted an increase in capital by a contribution in cash to strengthen the balance sheet and to finance planned investments in South-East European production sites.

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Alumetal S.A. has sold a 56% stake to Abris Capital Partners

Automotive

Alumetal S.A. has sold a 56% stake to Abris Capital Partners

The shareholder of Alumetal S.A. has sold a 56% stake in the company to a private equity firm based in Warsaw managed by Abris Capital Partners. Financial details have not been disclosed.

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Nitto Denko Corporation has sold certain assets of Nitto Switzerland to ZF Friedrichshafen AG

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Nitto Denko Corporation has sold certain assets of Nitto Switzerland to ZF Friedrichshafen AG

Nitto Switzerland is the global market leader in specialized adhesive films for side curtain airbags. Its products outperform other technologies in terms of gas tightness, heat resistance and thickness, as well as adhesiveness to the airbag fabric. The technology is patented and has been sold together with other assets to ZF Friedrichshafen AG in the course of an asset deal.

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“The acquisition of FAI by Motus will bring us many synergies, with scope to expand our supply chains and product ranges as well as opportunities to enter new markets. Both existing and new customers will benefit from our core aims of best availability, best service, best quality and best price. Our business ethos is so closely aligned with that of Motus’ that the change of ownership will be seamless, but the benefits will be felt by all.”

Jonathan Alexander

CEO, FAI Automotive plc

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