Kontron and congatec Forge Strategic Partnership with JUMPtec Investment

Kontron AG and congatec GmbH have announced the signing of a term sheet that outlines congatec's investment in JUMPtec. Congatec plans to acquire a majority stake in Kontron's subsidiary, JUMPtec, through a capital increase. This development is a part of their ongoing collaboration on Computer-on-Modules (COMs).

Concurrently with the potential acquisition, both companies are expanding their cooperation to leverage Kontron's supply chain management capabilities. Such synergies are expected to provide cost advantages and meet growing customer demands.

The investment initiative reflects congatec's strategy of maintaining a local-for-local approach, suitable for addressing geopolitical challenges in international trade. If negotiations are successful, the strategic acquisition is expected to bring financial benefits to Kontron.