Craftsman Automation eyes major aluminium die-casting business acquisition deal

On June 24, 2024, India-based Craftsman Automation Limited announced signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Sunbeam Lightweighting Solutions Private Limited and Kedaara Capital Fund II LLP. This MoU revealed in a recent stock exchange filing, outlines Craftsman Automation's plan to acquire all or part of Sunbeam's business, excluding certain assets in Gurugram, a city in Northern India.

Craftsman Automation manufactures aluminium casting products & powertrain components in the automotive & industrial engineering sectors, from raw casting to ready-for-assembly.

The potential acquisition, set to unfold in multiple stages, is a strategic expansion for Craftsman Automation. By incorporating Sunbeam Lightweighting Solutions, Craftsman aims to strengthen its technological capabilities and market presence in the automotive and engineering sectors. The involvement of Kedaara Capital, a prominent private equity firm, in this collaboration further underscores the financial strength and strategic foresight driving this potential acquisition.

The deal's specifics, including the phased acquisition timeline and the assets' valuation, remain to be disclosed. However, this move signals Craftsman Automation's forward-looking approach to enhancing its competitive edge through innovative lightweight technologies, aligning with industry trends towards efficiency and sustainability.

Craftsman's intention to acquire all or part of Sunbeam's business, excluding certain assets located in Gurugram, is outlined in the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). The proposed transaction is subject to the completion of due diligence, approval from Craftsman's Board of Directors, execution of definitive documents, and fulfilment of customary legal requirements.

Craftsman Automation has stated that the proposed transaction outlined in the MoU is contingent upon several factors, including the completion of due diligence, final approval from the Company's Board of Directors, execution of definitive documents, and the fulfilment of other standard conditions required by law. This acquisition is a mutually beneficial opportunity that will strengthen both companies' market positions and capabilities.

Craftsman Automation is the leading manufacturer of cylinder blocks and cylinder heads in India's M&HCV and construction equipment industries. Sunbeam, a prominent player in the Asian aluminium die-casting industry, is dedicated to producing high-quality components and supporting the automotive sector in creating exceptional products.