Concentric AB announces acquisition of GO Engineering

Concentric AB (“Concentric”) has reached an agreement (the “Acquisition”) to acquire 100% of G.O. ENGINEERING Gesellschaft zur Entwicklung von Hard- und Software GmbH and its associated entity ÖkoGW Verwaltungs- und Vermietungs GmbH & Co. KG (together “GO Engineering”). GO Engineering is a company specializing in high-quality electronics design and manufacturing based in Bühl, Germany.

Summary of the Acquisition

• Enhances Concentric’s electronics engineering capabilities.

• Concentric will acquire GO Engineering for an enterprise value of MSEK 266 (MEUR 23.5), under a locked box mechanism per December 31, 2023. The enterprise value corresponds to a multiple of 9.8x LTM June 2024 adjusted EBITDA for GO Engineering.

• Concentric will finance the Acquisition using cash reserves and existing debt facilities.

• GO Engineering generated revenues of MSEK 332 (MEUR 29.3) and adjusted EBITDA of MSEK 27 (MEUR 2.4) for the rolling 12-month period that ended on June 30, 2024.

• Both parties seek to complete the Acquisition on October 1, 2024, subject to any closing conditions being met.

Concentric is delighted to announce the acquisition of GO Engineering, a renowned German company specializing in high-quality electronics design and manufacturing. This acquisition aligns with Concentric’s growth strategy and enhances its electronics engineering capabilities.

Founded in 1990 and based in Bühl, Germany, GO Engineering brings extensive experience and expertise in electronics design and manufacturing across various industries, including commercial vehicles and industrial applications. This acquisition will strengthen Concentric’s electronic engineering capabilities, particularly in software and hardware development. Additionally, it will integrate printed circuit board assembly (PCBA) manufacturing — a crucial element in the electronics value chain — into the Concentric Group.

Helmut Gerstner and Ralf Wörner, the current owners of GO Engineering, will remain involved in the business to ensure a smooth transition, with Gerstner providing support for a three-month period, while Wörner will contribute to the company’s operations on an ongoing basis. With the acquisition, we are excited to welcome more than 120 GO Engineering employees to the Concentric Group.

The acquisition is anticipated to positively impact Concentric’s performance by boosting our electric sales and achieving medium-term cost efficiencies through in-house controller design and manufacturing. This will enhance our ability to respond to customer needs and leverage a unified electronic platform across our various brands and global operations.

Martin Kunz, Concentric President & CEO, comments:

“The integration of GO Engineering into Concentric will accelerate our electrification strategy and strengthen our position in both current and future markets for electric liquid cooling and thermal management products. After evaluating numerous potential partners in the electric motor and controller space, GO Engineering stood out for its innovative electric motor controllers. Additionally, their strong customer relationships and commitment to sustainability create synergies as we expand our product portfolio and enhance our in-house capabilities.”

Helmut Gerstner and Ralf Wörner of GO Engineering, state:

“We are excited to join forces with Concentric, a company that shares our dedication to innovation, quality, and sustainability. We believe Concentric’s global reach, resources and strong customer relations will provide a robust foundation for GO Engineering’s continued growth and success.”

For additional information please contact Marcus Whitehouse (Concentric CFO) at Tel: +44 121 445 6545 or E-mail: info@concentricab.com

Concentric AB is an innovator in flow control and fluid power, supplying proprietary systems and components to the world’s construction, truck and bus, agricultural machinery, industrial equipment, and energy system application end-markets. The company has a global manufacturing presence including in North America, Germany, UK, Sweden, India and China. Concentric’s focus is to develop world class technology with innovative solutions that meet the sustainability needs of our customers.

Concentric offers engine products including lubricant, coolant and fuel pumps and hydraulic products encompassing gear pumps and power packs. Concentric also offers a range of electric products developed for the evolving electric and hybrid powertrain market, including electric water and oil pumps, electric fans, thermal management systems, high-voltage components, and electro hydraulic steering. These electric products are also finding uses in new applications in new markets in the energy system sector. In 2023, the Group had a turnover of MSEK 4,205 and circa 1,282 employees.