Endurance Technologies Limited, a leading Indian automotive component manufacturer, announced a significant acquisition through its Italian subsidiary, Endurance Overseas Srl. Endurance has acquired a 100% stake in Ingenia Automation Srl (Ingenia), an Italian company specialising in industrial automation systems.
The acquisition of Ingenia, headquartered in Turin, Italy, marks a strategic move for Endurance. Ingenia boasts extensive experience in the design, production, and installation of industrial automation systems, leveraging robotics and other advanced technologies to enhance productivity and quality within manufacturing processes. This strategic acquisition allows Endurance to bolster its in-house automation expertise and expand its presence further upstream in the value chain through backward integration.
This move is particularly significant considering the current market environment. Intensifying competition in terms of quality and price necessitates continuous improvement in manufacturing efficiency. By bringing Ingenia’s expertise under the Endurance umbrella, the company’s European subsidiaries gain access to a wider array of technical solutions. This enhanced automation capability will significantly improve production output and product quality while optimising costs associated with large-scale manufacturing.
The acquisition of Ingenia was completed on May 31, 2024, with a total consideration not exceeding €3.6 million. The breakdown of this sum comprises an upfront payment of €2.2 million, a deferred payment of €0.8 million, and a potential earn-out of up to €0.6 million contingent upon the fulfilment of certain performance benchmarks by December 31, 2027.
Endurance’s acquisition of Ingenia signifies a proactive approach to securing a competitive edge in the European market. By integrating Ingenia’s advanced automation capabilities, Endurance positions itself for continued growth and leadership within the global automotive component manufacturing landscape.
Endurance Technologies is a manufacturer and seller of aluminium die casting (including alloy wheels), suspension, transmission, and braking products, with operations across India. On June 03, 2024, the shares of Endurance Technologies opened at ₹2,252.20 and touched the day high of ₹2,300.00 at 10:24 AM,
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Published on: Jun 3, 2024, 1:03 PM IST
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