Continental AG is one step closer to acquiring the ‘Anti-Vibration Systems’ business from Cooper Standard as it has received unconditional approval from relevant authorities.
Once certain other formalities have been satisfied, Continental will close the acquisition of Cooper Standard’s ‘Anti-Vibration Systems’ business as planned in the first half of the year. The acquisition of Cooper Standard’s ‘Anti-Vibration Systems’ business, based in Novi in the US state of Michigan, was agreed on November 1, 2018. Cooper Standard’s ‘Anti-Vibration Systems’ unit runs five production sites including R&D facilities in Canada, France, India, and the US and has a workforce of approximately 1,000 employees.
The ‘Anti-Vibration Systems’ business brings expertise in vibration control technology and sound insulation and will enhance Continental’s capabilities in these fields. The unit develops global anti-vibration solutions that mitigate noise, vibration and harshness (NVH) in vehicles and thus improve suspension comfort and handling. It also has outstanding know-how in material and product design and in the predictive component analysis, system integration and vehicle testing.
Continental has been involved in the field of vibration control technology and sound insulation for more than 80 years. The company develops and manufactures active and passive vibration-optimized mount components and weight reduction systems for engines, gearboxes and other components that enhance safety and comfort in the automotive industry and for industrial applications in the energy sector, agriculture, and the railway and shipping industries.
Continental develops technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. In 2018, Continental generated preliminary sales of around €44.4 billion and currently employs around 244,000 people in 61 countries and markets.
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