Schweizer Electronic AG is strengthening its capital structure through the sale of 15% of its shares in Schweizer Electronic (Jiangsu) Co., Ltd. to WUS Printed Circuit (Kunshan) Co., Ltd. along with several Chinese patents. These transactions will generate approximately €21 million in cash inflows, providing the foundation for strategic investments in new growth segments including aviation and defense while significantly enhancing the company's competitiveness.
The capital infusion will improve both the capital structure and long-term liquidity of the SCHWEIZER Group. Subject to standard closing conditions, the transaction is expected to be completed before the end of 2025. The funds will support the transformation of the company's strategic business model and secure the Schramberg production location in Germany.
SCHWEIZER remains committed to Schramberg as a production hub, emphasizing the importance of local value creation, enhanced supply chain security, and reliable product supply to European and North American electronics markets. Investments will focus on scaling non-automotive market capabilities while maintaining the automotive electronics business. The company continues to pursue its fab-light strategy, with Schweizer Electronic (Jiangsu) Co., Ltd. remaining an essential component despite the ownership change.
Nicolas-Fabian Schweizer, CEO of Schweizer Electronic AG, stated that targeted investments will strengthen Schramberg technologically and expand special solution expertise. He emphasized the importance of robust, reliable value chains for sensitive applications and critical infrastructures in Europe, noting that current industrial policy initiatives in security and defense sectors present attractive growth opportunities. Marc Bunz, Chief Financial Officer, added that the sale will significantly improve Group liquidity and equity while maintaining focus on company-wide efficiency and strategy programs.
Based on these transactions, SCHWEIZER has adjusted its 2025 financial outlook, now projecting an equity ratio of 20-25% compared to the previous 9-12% forecast, and a net gearing ratio of -20 to +20% versus the earlier 100-125% expectation. Other key Group figures remain largely unaffected by the transactions. The company's innovative PCB technologies serve demanding applications across automotive, aviation, industrial, medical, and communications sectors, characterized by high quality, energy efficiency, and environmental sustainability. More information is available at https://www.schweizer.ag.
