Samvardhana Motherson: in pact to buy Yutaka Autoparts India

Samvardhana Motherson International (SAMIL) has announced plans to acquire an 81% stake in Japan’s Yutaka Giken Co. Ltd. for JPY 27 billion ($184 million), alongside full ownership of Yutaka Autoparts India, a wholly owned subsidiary of Yutaka Giken according to reports. The transaction, executed through SAMIL’s subsidiary Motherson Global Investments BV, is subject to regulatory approvals in Japan, the U.S., China, Brazil, and Mexico, with completion expected by Q1 FY27. Honda Motor, Yutaka Giken’s current controlling shareholder, will retain a 19% stake post-transaction.

Yutaka Giken, established in 1954, specializes in automotive components such as rotors, stator assemblies, brake systems, and thermal management solutions. The company reported net sales of JPY 179 billion ($1.2 billion) in FY25 and operates 13 manufacturing units and an R&D facility across nine countries, including India, the U.S., and China. SAMIL also plans to acquire an 11% stake in Yutaka’s subsidiary, Shinnichi Kogyo Co. Ltd., directly from Honda.

The acquisition aligns with SAMIL’s strategy to strengthen its global supply chain and expand partnerships with Japanese OEMs. By integrating Yutaka Giken’s capabilities, SAMIL aims to enhance cross-selling opportunities in emerging markets and bolster its position in next-generation vehicle technologies, including electric and hybrid systems. The deal underscores SAMIL’s commitment to diversifying its product portfolio and reinforcing its role as a key player in the global automotive ecosystem.

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