Joining forces for a brighter future: Leoch International acquires 70% stakes in Guangdong Yuasa

November 30, 2024

Leoch International Technology Limited officially completed the acquisition of a 70% stake in Yuasa Battery (Guangdong) Co., Ltd, today. The handover ceremony was attended by Ms. Helen Hong, Executive Director and Chief Investment Officer of Leoch International, and Mr. Seiki Sakamoto, General Manager of Guangdong Yuasa.

Mr. Seiki Sakamoto expressed his excitement about the collaboration, marking the beginning of a new chapter for Guangdong Yuasa. He emphasized on his strong dedication to achieving shared goals.

Ms. Helen Hong highlighted Leoch International’s commitment to leveraging the strengths of both companies to shape a successful future together.

Established in 1996, Yuasa Battery (Guangdong) Co., Ltd. is a wholly owned subsidiary authorized by GS Yuasa Corporation operating in mainland China, managing the sales of NP, NPL, UXL, and other valve-regulated lead-acid battery series. These VRLA batteries embody GS Yuasa’s manufacturing expertise for over a century. With a quality policy of “Selling products that can be trusted and satisfied by customers,” Guangdong Yuasa has established itself as a trusted partner across diverse industries.

This acquisition marks a significant milestone for Leoch International. Guangdong Yuasa’s strong reputation in data centers, the power sector, and UPS systems aligns perfectly with Leoch International’s strategic vision. With the support of Leoch International and GS Yuasa, Guangdong Yuasa is poised for an even brighter future, driving innovation and excellence in the battery industry.

About LEOCH:

Established in 1999, Leoch International is a globally recognized leader in power solutions. With an extensive global presence, Leoch International operates 18 state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities. Our global footprint includes over 80 local service companies, and we proudly serve clients in over 150 countries and regions worldwide.

Leoch is your trusted partner for industrial and commercial energy storage solutions. Our product and service portfolio is strategically designed to meet the diverse needs of our clients, including: Energy Storage Systems, Telecom & Data Center Power Solutions, Starting Power Solutions, Motive Power Solutions, and Battery Recycling

Leoch is the No. 1 lead acid exporter in China for the last 6 years, selling products to over 100 countries in the world while its annual turnover exceeds 1,95bil. US$ and has an annual production capacity of over 27GWH / year.

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