Grede will transition the Wisconsin-based Neenah Foundry commercial vehicle book of business into Grede’s other existing foundries, including Brewton, AL; New Castle, IN; Reedsburg, WI; and St. Cloud, MN, plants and their fleet of equipment over the course of the next year. “By completing this acquisition, Grede’s capabilities and manufacturing footprint will expand and further our leadership position within the industry,” said Grede CEO Cary Wood. “This acquisition is a central part of Grede’s strategy to provide our customers the benefit of increased capacity and flexibility, innovative engineering resources and the combined talents of our exceptional teams.”
About Grede:
Definitive transaction documents for the transaction were signed on July 19, 2021. The transition period will begin immediately, with additional updates to follow. Kirkland & Ellis LLP served as Grede’s legal advisor.
Grede is an independent company that designs, engineers, validates and manufactures high-quality ductile, gray and specialty iron castings for automotive, commercial and industrial markets. Headquartered in Southfield, MI, Grede offers complete precision machining and finishing services, as well as the assembly of diverse components into complete systems. It has 9 facilities in the U.S. with approximately 2,700 employees. To learn more, please visit www.grede.com.
About Gamut Capital Management:
Gamut Capital Management is a New York-based private investment firm managing $1.2 billion in assets focused on the middle market. Founded in 2015, Gamut’s senior deal professionals have executed investments in over 50 companies in North America and Europe.
Source: please visit www.gamutcapital.com
