Motherson Sumi Systems acquires Derby assets from Bombardier

This comprising among others the manufacturing of wiring harnesses, panel and cabinet build and electromechanical assemblies in Derby, UK. MRSS will enter into a lease agreement for the part of Bombardier’s Derby site currently occupied by the business and will continue to operate the business with its current employees. The transaction will allow MSSL to expand its supply of electricals and wiring systems to Bombardier Transportation, to cover UK rolling stock projects. The transaction will include the transfer of assets, employee and inventories, on a debt-free and cash-free basis and is valued at approximately GBP 10.87 million (subject to customary adjustments). The revenue of said business was GBP 36 million (provisional) during the calendar year ending December 31, 2018. The transaction is subject to customary closing events and expected to be completed between April and June 2019. MSSL, through PKC Group (acquired in March, 2017), is engaged with the manufacturing of wiring harnesses for rolling stock, mainly in Europe and North America. PKC Group entered the rolling stock business by acquiring Kabel – Technik – Polska Sp. z o.o. (KTP) in 2015 and executed a global partnership agreement with Bombardier Transportation GmbH in 2016. Now, with the execution of this definitive agreement between MRSS and BTROS, the relationship will expand to the United Kingdom. Mr. Bart Vantorre, President of Bombardier Transportation Rolling Stock Equipment said, “This milestone is testament to the progress we continue to make on the Bombardier Transportation transformation agenda. Our long-standing relationship with Motherson and their deep expertise in electrical distribution make them the ideal partner for us as we continue to tirelessly serve our UK customers.” Mr. André Gerstner, President, Rolling Stock Business, PKC Group said, “This is a great opportunity to expand our global partnership with Bombardier Transportation, strengthen our market position and our customer serving footprint. It is in line with our sustainable growth strategy through customer, geographical and product diversification. We are excited to add a new home for MRSS in the UK and look forward to welcoming the new team.”