DexKo Global Acquires Cerma Srl
December 10, 2024
DexKo Global Inc., through its AL-KO Vehicle Technology unit, has acquired Cerma Srl, a family-owned Italian manufacturer of high-precision hydraulic valves, manifolds and turned components based in Vezzano sul Crostolo, Emilia-Romagna. The purchase strengthens DexKo/AL‑KO’s hydraulics value chain and expands its product range for off‑highway and industrial end markets; financial terms were not disclosed.
- Buyers
- DexKo Global Inc., AL-KO Vehicle Technology Group
- Targets
- Cerma Srl
- Sellers
- Cerma family shareholders (Ruozi family)
- Industry
- Manufacturing
- Location
- Emilia-Romagna, Italy
- Transaction Type
- Buyout
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