BMW acquires Husqvarna from MV Agusta!!!!

devarshi84 · 23rd July 2007, 23:46

BMW buys Husqvarna Motorcycles from MV Agusta for undisclosed sum UPDATE - Forbes.com

the amound is not disclosed but Husqvarna sure makes good sense for BMW.

BunnyPunia · 24th July 2007, 10:35

yep, the deal happened a few days back.

heres the official press release:

Varese, 20th July 2007 - BMW Motorrad will acquire the reknowned off-road motorcycle company Husqvarna Motorcycles. The President of MV Agusta Group, Claudio Castiglioni, and Dr. Herbert Diess, General Director of BMW Motorrad, signed the contract on 07.19.2007 in Varese (Italy).
The contractual agreement will come into full effect upon final approval of the EU cartel authorities. Both parties agreed that the purchase price is to remain confidential.
For the Italian motorcycle Group, the sale of Husqvarna Motorcycles is a strategical step to concentrate all of its resources in the development of MV Agusta brand, icon of style and performance and Cagiva, historical brand in the low engine capacity segment.
Upon the signing of the agreement, the President Claudio Castiglioni stated: “ This transaction has been carried out in order to expand MV Agusta and Cagiva presence in the international markets having more financial resources for new models development, thanks also to the support of Banca Intesa Sanpaolo.”
Claudio Castiglioni added: “ Husqvarna is steeped in tradition and one of the most famous motorcycle companies in the world with numerous racing victories including European and World titles, and under the directions of BMW Motorrad it will continue to express its full potential.”
BMW Motorrad plans to continue operating Husqvarna Motorcycles as a separate enterprise. All development, sales and production activities, as well as the current workforce, will remain in place at its present location in the region of Varese in northern Italy.
The transaction, from MV Agusta side, has been assisted by the global advisors Progman Group and Borghesi Colombo & Associates.

source : Bunny's big lil space :--D

devarshi84 · 24th July 2007, 13:25

will BMW stop making own branded off-road bikes now? I think not immidiately, But after 2-3 years if husqvarna really catches on.

volkman10 · 31st January 2013, 11:21

KTM eyes BMW’s Husqvarna!

Recently crowned European bike market leader KTM is in talks with German two-wheeler giant BMW Motorrad to acquire its subsidiary off-road bike company, Husqvarna.

http://www.autocarindia.com/News/330...husqvarna.aspx

23rd July 2007, 23:46	#1
devarshi84 Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Ahmedabad - Tor Posts: 4,024 Thanked: 211 Times View My Garage	BMW acquires Husqvarna from MV Agusta!!!! BMW buys Husqvarna Motorcycles from MV Agusta for undisclosed sum UPDATE - Forbes.com the amound is not disclosed but Husqvarna sure makes good sense for BMW.
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24th July 2007, 10:35	#2
BunnyPunia BHPian Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: New Delhi Posts: 895 Thanked: 1,257 Times View My Garage	yep, the deal happened a few days back. heres the official press release: Varese, 20th July 2007 - BMW Motorrad will acquire the reknowned off-road motorcycle company Husqvarna Motorcycles. The President of MV Agusta Group, Claudio Castiglioni, and Dr. Herbert Diess, General Director of BMW Motorrad, signed the contract on 07.19.2007 in Varese (Italy). The contractual agreement will come into full effect upon final approval of the EU cartel authorities. Both parties agreed that the purchase price is to remain confidential. For the Italian motorcycle Group, the sale of Husqvarna Motorcycles is a strategical step to concentrate all of its resources in the development of MV Agusta brand, icon of style and performance and Cagiva, historical brand in the low engine capacity segment. Upon the signing of the agreement, the President Claudio Castiglioni stated: “ This transaction has been carried out in order to expand MV Agusta and Cagiva presence in the international markets having more financial resources for new models development, thanks also to the support of Banca Intesa Sanpaolo.” Claudio Castiglioni added: “ Husqvarna is steeped in tradition and one of the most famous motorcycle companies in the world with numerous racing victories including European and World titles, and under the directions of BMW Motorrad it will continue to express its full potential.” BMW Motorrad plans to continue operating Husqvarna Motorcycles as a separate enterprise. All development, sales and production activities, as well as the current workforce, will remain in place at its present location in the region of Varese in northern Italy. The transaction, from MV Agusta side, has been assisted by the global advisors Progman Group and Borghesi Colombo & Associates. source : Bunny's big lil space :--D
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devarshi84 Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Ahmedabad - Tor Posts: 4,024 Thanked: 211 Times View My Garage	will BMW stop making own branded off-road bikes now? I think not immidiately, But after 2-3 years if husqvarna really catches on.
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volkman10 Distinguished - BHPian Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: -- Posts: 23,418 Thanked: 67,831 Times View My Garage	Re: BMW acquires Husqvarna from MV Agusta!!!! KTM eyes BMW’s Husqvarna! Recently crowned European bike market leader KTM is in talks with German two-wheeler giant BMW Motorrad to acquire its subsidiary off-road bike company, Husqvarna. http://www.autocarindia.com/News/330...husqvarna.aspx
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