India's Bajaj Auto to acquire financially beleaguered Austrian motorcycle maker KTM, taking a majority stake in the company with an 800 million Euro debt package.
Bajaj currently holds a 49.9% stake in Pierer Bajaj AG (PBAG) in Austria and with the new transaction, will gain majority control of PBAG and in turn, of KTM, Husqvarna, and GasGas brands.
The deal includes a debt package to provide liquidity to KTM for operations and creditor obligations, requiring approvals from Austrian authorities and courts for restructuring.
With Bajaj becoming a majority owner in KTM, it aims to accelerate the business and development of KTM motorcycles in India and across 80 countries in the KTM network.