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10About Meritor
Meritor is a global supplier of drivetrain, mobility, braking, and aftermarket solutions for commercial vehicle and industrial markets. With more than a 100-year legacy of providing products that offer superior performance, efficiency, and reliability, the company serves commercial truck, trailer, off-highway, defense, specialty, and aftermarket customers in more than 70 countries. The company was founded in 1909 and is based in Troy, Michigan. In August 2022, Meritor was acquired by Cummins. The terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

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Latest Meritor News
Sep 12, 2023
Competitive Landscape: The prominent player operating in the global automotive forging market includes Bharat Forge Limited, Thyssenkrupp AG, Meritor Inc., CIE Automotive, S.A., India Forge & Drop Stampings Ltd.,NTN Corporation, Dana Inc., American Axle & Manufacturing, Inc., Ramkrishna Forgings, and Nanjing Automobile Forging Co. Ltd. The market provides detailed information regarding industrial base, productivity, strengths, manufacturers, and recent trends which will help companies enlarge the businesses and promote financial growth. Furthermore, the report exhibits dynamic factors including segments, sub-segments, regional marketplaces, competition, dominant key players, and market forecasts. In addition, the market includes recent collaborations, mergers, acquisitions, and partnerships along with regulatory framework across different regions impacting the market trajectory. Recent technological advances and innovations influencing the global market are included into the report. Download Full Market Research Report@ https://www.prophecymarketinsights.com/market_insight/Insight/request-pdf/4313 Region Analysis: Region analysis for the automotive forging market involves assessing the target market's performance and dynamics in different geographic regions. The automotive forging market can vary significantly from one region to another due to factors such as automotive manufacturing activity, economic conditions, technological advancements, and regulatory influences. Here's an overview of how region analysis might be conducted for the automotive forging market: North America: United States: The United States has a well-established automotive industry, with a diverse range of vehicles, including passenger cars, trucks, and SUVs. Automotive forging is in high demand for producing critical components like engine parts, transmission components, and chassis parts. Canada and Mexico: Both countries have significant automotive manufacturing sectors, with Canada specializing in light-duty vehicles and Mexico being a major hub for automotive assembly. The demand for forged components is driven by the production of vehicles for the North American and global markets. Europe: Germany: Germany is a powerhouse in the global automotive industry, known for its premium and high-performance vehicles. The country's automotive forging sector caters to the production of high-quality and precision-engineered components. France, Italy, and the UK: These countries also have strong automotive industries and contribute to the demand for forged components, especially in the luxury and sports car segments. Eastern Europe: Countries like Poland, Hungary, and the Czech Republic have become attractive destinations for automotive manufacturing. Forging is essential in supplying components for both domestic and export markets. Asia-Pacific: China: China is the world's largest automotive market and has a significant impact on the global automotive forging industry. The growth of electric vehicles (EVs) and lightweight materials is driving changes in forging trends. Japan and South Korea: These countries have advanced automotive industries, known for their innovation and high-quality manufacturing. The demand for forged parts remains strong, particularly for traditional internal combustion engine vehicles and EVs. India: India's automotive sector is growing, and forging is crucial for producing components for both domestic consumption and export markets. South America: Brazil: Brazil has a sizable automotive industry, with a focus on producing passenger cars and light trucks. The demand for forged parts is driven by domestic vehicle production and exports. Argentina: Argentina also contributes to the demand for forged components in the South American market. Middle East and Africa: Turkey: Turkey has an emerging automotive sector, and forging plays a role in supplying components for domestic and international manufacturers. South Africa: South Africa's automotive industry is expanding, and the forging market is growing to meet the needs of both local production and exports. Global Trends: Electric Vehicles (EVs): The shift toward electric vehicles is a global trend affecting the automotive forging market. Regions with higher EV adoption rates may see increased demand for forged components for EV drivetrains, battery systems, and lightweighting. Regulatory Environment: Regional differences in emissions regulations, safety standards, and trade policies can influence the demand for specific forged components and materials. Market Competition: The competitive landscape of the automotive forging market can vary by region, with some regions having a higher concentration of forging companies and others relying on imports. Supply Chain: Regional supply chain dynamics, including the availability of raw materials and logistics infrastructure, can impact the competitiveness of the automotive forging market. Want to Customize Your Experience? Customization Option: Analyst View – The growth of electric and hybrid vehicles is driving demand for specialized forged components. These vehicles require lightweight components for batteries and electric motors, as well as durable components for drivetrain systems. The development of advanced materials, including high-strength alloys and composites, is expanding the possibilities for forging. New materials offer improved performance characteristics, such as increased strength and corrosion resistance, and can open up new applications in the automotive sector. 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Meritor Investments
4 Investments
Meritor has made 4 investments. Their latest investment was in SEA Electric as part of their Corporate Minority on August 8, 2021.

Meritor Investments Activity

Date | Round | Company | Amount | New? | Co-Investors | Sources |
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8/3/2021 | Corporate Minority | SEA Electric | Yes | 2 | ||
4/2/2019 | Corporate Minority - II | |||||
12/4/2017 | Corporate Minority | |||||
1/2/2002 | Corporate Minority |
Date | 8/3/2021 | 4/2/2019 | 12/4/2017 | 1/2/2002 |
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Round | Corporate Minority | Corporate Minority - II | Corporate Minority | Corporate Minority |
Company | SEA Electric | |||
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New? | Yes | |||
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Sources | 2 |
Meritor Portfolio Exits
1 Portfolio Exit
Meritor has 1 portfolio exit. Their latest portfolio exit was Suspensys Sistemas Automotivos on July 31, 2013.
Date | Exit | Companies | Valuation Valuations are submitted by companies, mined from state filings or news, provided by VentureSource, or based on a comparables valuation model. | Acquirer | Sources |
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7/31/2013 | Acquired | 1 |
Date | 7/31/2013 |
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Exit | Acquired |
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Sources | 1 |
Meritor Acquisitions
5 Acquisitions
Meritor acquired 5 companies. Their latest acquisition was Siemens - Commercial Vehicles on May 20, 2022.
Date | Investment Stage | Companies | Valuation Valuations are submitted by companies, mined from state filings or news, provided by VentureSource, or based on a comparables valuation model. | Total Funding | Note | Sources |
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5/20/2022 | Acquired Unit | 4 | ||||
1/16/2020 | Other | |||||
5/8/2019 | ||||||
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9/5/2017 |
Date | 5/20/2022 | 1/16/2020 | 5/8/2019 | 4/30/2018 | 9/5/2017 |
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Investment Stage | Other | ||||
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Note | Acquired Unit | ||||
Sources | 4 |
Meritor Partners & Customers
10 Partners and customers
Meritor has 10 strategic partners and customers. Meritor recently partnered with Clarience Technologies on March 3, 2022.
Date | Type | Business Partner | Country | News Snippet | Sources |
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3/8/2022 | Partner | United States | Orlando , Florida -LRB- March 8 , 2022 -RRB- -- Clarience Technologies and Meritor , Inc. are forming a technology alliance to develop future connectivity solutions for commercial trucks and trailers . | 1 | |
3/8/2022 | Partner | United States | Orlando , Florida -LRB- March 8 , 2022 -RRB- -- Clarience Technologies and Meritor , Inc. are forming a technology alliance to develop future connectivity solutions for commercial trucks and trailers . | 1 | |
3/3/2022 | Partner | United States | 16:30 ET Meritor Announces Collaboration with ConMet eMobility to Enable Zero-Emission Trailers TROY , Mich. , March 3 , 2022 / PRNewswire / -- Meritor , Inc. today announced it has entered into a collaboration agreement with ConMet in which Meritor , Inc. will develop purpose-built trailer suspensions and brakes , as well as tire inflation systems to work with ConMet 's PreSet Plus ® eHub . | 1 | |
12/7/2021 | Vendor | ||||
12/7/2021 | Partner |
Date | 3/8/2022 | 3/8/2022 | 3/3/2022 | 12/7/2021 | 12/7/2021 |
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Country | United States | United States | United States | ||
News Snippet | Orlando , Florida -LRB- March 8 , 2022 -RRB- -- Clarience Technologies and Meritor , Inc. are forming a technology alliance to develop future connectivity solutions for commercial trucks and trailers . | Orlando , Florida -LRB- March 8 , 2022 -RRB- -- Clarience Technologies and Meritor , Inc. are forming a technology alliance to develop future connectivity solutions for commercial trucks and trailers . | 16:30 ET Meritor Announces Collaboration with ConMet eMobility to Enable Zero-Emission Trailers TROY , Mich. , March 3 , 2022 / PRNewswire / -- Meritor , Inc. today announced it has entered into a collaboration agreement with ConMet in which Meritor , Inc. will develop purpose-built trailer suspensions and brakes , as well as tire inflation systems to work with ConMet 's PreSet Plus ® eHub . | ||
Sources | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Meritor Team
8 Team Members
Meritor has 8 team members, including former Chief Executive Officer, President, Charles G. McClure.
Name | Work History | Title | Status |
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Charles G. McClure | Federal-Mogul, Detroit Diesel Corporation, Ford Motor Company, and U.S. Navy | Chief Executive Officer, President | Former |
Name | Charles G. McClure | ||||
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Work History | Federal-Mogul, Detroit Diesel Corporation, Ford Motor Company, and U.S. Navy | ||||
Title | Chief Executive Officer, President | ||||
Status | Former |