HH Partners advised Twin Disc, Inc. (NASDAQ: TWIN), a global leader in power transmission technology, on its successful acquisition of Katsa Oy, a Finland-based, designer and manufacturer of gearboxes and power transmission components for industrial and marine end-markets. The transaction, valued at over EUR 20 million, strengthens Twin Disc’s footprint in Europe and enhances its product offerings in the marine, industrial, and hybrid/electrification markets.
The acquisition marks a significant milestone in Twin Disc’s expansion strategy. By acquiring Katsa Oy, Twin Disc aims to leverage Katsa’s strong presence in European markets and its longstanding relationships with original equipment manufacturers. The deal brings a wide range of products, services, and in-house capabilities, positioning Twin Disc for further growth in the industrial and marine sectors and electric and hybrid applications. Katsa’s engineering, manufacturing, and after-sales services will further enhance Twin Disc’s global sales and service network, creating value for shareholders and expanding its product range.
This acquisition demonstrates HH Partners’ expertise in guiding international transactions involving Finnish companies. The firm’s acquisition team, led by partners Miika Erkkilä and Ville Öfversten, alongside lawyer Toni Päärni, provided Twin Disc with thorough legal support to ensure the smooth and efficient completion of the transaction.
For more information on the acquisition, please visit the official press release here.
About Twin Disc, Inc.
Twin Disc, Inc. designs, manufactures and sells marine and heavy-duty, off-highway power transmission equipment. Products offered include marine transmissions, azimuth drives, surface drives, propellers, and boat management systems, as well as power-shift transmissions, hydraulic torque converters, power take-offs, industrial clutches, and control systems. The Company sells its products to customers primarily in the pleasure craft, commercial and military marine markets, as well as in the energy and natural resources, government, and industrial markets. The Company’s worldwide sales to both domestic and foreign customers are transacted through a direct sales force and a distributor network. For more information, please visit www.twindisc.com.
About Katsa Oy
Katsa designs and manufactures gearboxes and power transmission components which are tailored to meet the customer’s demands. For end users, Katsa provides modelling, modernization, gearbox repair and maintenance services as well as spare parts. For more information, please visit www.katsa.fi/en/.
