Schaeffler Acquires Compact Dynamics

To expand expertise in electric motors and power electronics

  • January 9, 2017
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  • Schaeffler Acquires Compact Dynamics
    Schaeffler Acquires Compact Dynamics

Schaeffler has concluded a purchase contract with SEMIKRON International GmbH for the acquisition of 51% of the shares of Compact Dynamics GmbH, a manufacturer of high-performance electric motors.

Cooperation with SEMIKRON

At the same time, Schaeffler and SEMIKRON have agreed a cooperation for the development of power electronics systems and the integration of power electronics components. With this acquisition and cooperation, Schaeffler is expanding its expertise in electric motors and power electronics for the development and production of electric drives.

Transaction

The transaction is envisaged to be completed in the first quarter of 2017 and the parties are bound to secrecy about the details.

About Marta Roberti

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Marta Roberti graduated in Linguistic Sciences at the Catholic University of Milan in February 2016. At the same University, she also obtained a Master in Publishing for Print and Digital Media in November 2016. Since June 2016 she is part of the editorial staff of IEN Europe and IEN Italia in TIMGlobal Media.
 

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