Brembo Acquires Ohlins Racing in Strategic $405 Million Deal to Enhance Performance and Style in Motorsports

Brembo strikes a deal to acquire Ohlins Racing

Brembo has struck a deal to acquire Ohlins Racing.

Brembo, an Italian brakes manufacturer, has acquired Ohlins, as announced by the Italian firm.

Brembo announced that it has finalized a deal to fully acquire Ohlins Racing, with the transaction valued at $405 million (£310 million), as per a recent press release from the brakes maker.

The statement from Ohlins announces a partnership that symbolizes the union of two legendary brands, promising unparalleled performance, distinctive style, and a rich legacy of triumphs in various racing disciplines, including Formula One, MotoGP, NASCAR, and downhill mountain bike racing.

In the MotoGP World Championship, Ohlins and Brembo stand out as key suppliers, where Ohlins provides suspension systems to four out of the five major manufacturers including Ducati, Aprilia, Honda, and Yamaha. Meanwhile, Brembo delivers brake systems to all five.

KTM stands out when it comes to suspension choices, opting for WP – a company under its ownership – to manufacture the suspension for the RC16.

"Öhlins complements Brembo well," Matteo Tiraboschi, the executive chairman of Brembo, stated.

"This brand is globally recognized, boasting a strong business foundation and an unparalleled reputation in both racing circuits and everyday driving."

"We are excited to have Öhlins join our Group, seeing it as an excellent chance to broaden our automotive market portfolio. This acquisition marks a significant advancement in our strategic plan to offer comprehensive smart solutions to our clients, making the most of the synergies among essential vehicle corner technologies."

Tom Wittenschlaeger, CEO of Ohlins Racing, expressed enthusiasm about the collaboration with Brembo, stating, “By teaming up with Brembo, we're eager to tap into new avenues for expansion and utilize our combined capabilities and resources to foster innovation and provide enhanced benefits to both our clients and staff.”

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