Germanyโ€™s Leoni agrees to be acquired by LUXSHARE in 2 separate transactions

LUXSHARE Expands Global Reach with Leoni Acquisition

Theย LUXSHARE Leoni acquisitionย marks a major milestone for both companies in the global automotive wiring and systems market.ย LUXSHARE Precision Industry Co., Ltd.ย (LUXSHARE), a leading Chinese electronic connector manufacturer and Apple supplier, has agreed to acquireย Leoni AGย (Leoni) in two strategic transactions worth aboutย $583 million.

Details of the Acquisition

As part of the first deal, LUXSHARE will purchase a 50.1% stake in Leoni AG and its Wiring Systems Division (WSD) from Austrian entrepreneur Stefan Pierer. The WSD operates six facilities in Germanyโ€”located in Kitzingen, Neu-Ulm, Munich, Rastatt, Wolfsburg, and Neuburg an der Donau. Together, they employ around 1,450 workers, with about 1,000 based at the Kitzingen site.

Leoniโ€™s WSD develops high-performance wiring solutions and vehicle components. It leads the European market and ranksย fourth worldwideย in automotive wiring technology.

Strategic Benefits for Both Companies

The acquisition brings together Leoniโ€™s strong European and American presence with LUXSHAREโ€™s growing influence in Asia, creating a dynamic global platform. This partnership allows both companies to expand market access, improve efficiency, and drive innovation across key regions.

According to Leoni AG CEO Klaus Rinnerberger, this collaboration will sharpen Leoniโ€™s competitiveness and speed up innovation. โ€œWith LUXSHARE as a strategic partner, we gain broader market access, stronger portfolios, and enhanced technological abilities,โ€ he explained.

TIME Interconnect to Acquire Automotive Cable Solutions

In the second transaction, TIME Interconnect Singaporeโ€”a joint venture between LUXSHARE-ICT and TIME Interconnect Technologyโ€”will acquire 100% of Leoniโ€™s Automotive Cable Solutions (ACS) division. The ACS unit spans 10 sites in seven countries and employs roughly 3,300 people.

Following the carve-out, ACS will continue operating as an independent automotive cable manufacturer. Moreover, it aims to grow its market position through innovation and strong international partnerships.

Strengthening Leoniโ€™s Financial Stability

Investor Stefan Pierer stated that this new partnership supports Leoniโ€™s ongoing financial recovery and long-term stability. Similarly, Grace Wang, Chairwoman and CEO of LUXSHARE Group, noted that the collaboration โ€œmarks a pivotal step toward building a global leader in automotive connectivity.โ€

By combining Leoniโ€™s deep customer relationships with LUXSHAREโ€™s advanced manufacturing capabilities, both companies are positioned to accelerate growth. As a result, they will deliver more integrated solutions and expand their shared commitment to innovation in the global automotive sector.

Mark Marselli
Author: Mark Marselli

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