CORSAIR Pursuing an Acquisition of Fanatec, the Leading Brand for Sim Racing Hardware
May 08 2024 - 6:25PM
Business Wire
CORSAIR® (Nasdaq: CRSR) announced today that it has entered
exclusive negotiations to acquire sim racing specialist Endor AG,
owners of the world famous Fanatec brand. CORSAIR has reached an
agreement with Endor to fund its short-term cash needs while both
companies negotiate a restructuring of Endor’s approximately €70
million of debt, which will ultimately result in CORSAIR acquiring
Endor.
“Fanatec is an incredible brand with a strong community, and we
believe CORSAIR is the ideal home for Fanatec’s loyal customers,
employees and business partners,” said Corsair CEO, Andy Paul.
“This transaction would solve the company’s significant debt load
and position the company for growth and continued product portfolio
expansion.”
This sentiment is echoed by Endor. “We are very pleased to have
found a strategic investor in Corsair who knows our market well and
wants to invest for the long term,” said Andres Ruff, CEO and Chief
Restructuring Officer of Endor.
Endor is a leading manufacturer of dedicated sim racing
hardware, including force feedback steering wheels, pedals, and
complete cockpits for PlayStation, Xbox, and PC-based racing
simulators. This acquisition bolsters the investment CORSAIR has
made in the simulation space, and means it is uniquely positioned
going forward to provide peerless sim racing solutions.
About CORSAIR
CORSAIR (Nasdaq: CRSR) is a leading global developer and
manufacturer of high-performance gear and technology for gamers,
content creators, and PC enthusiasts. From award-winning PC
components and peripherals to premium streaming equipment and smart
ambient lighting, Corsair delivers a full ecosystem of products
that work together to enable everyone, from casual gamers to
committed professionals, to perform at their very best.
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About Endor AG
Endor AG develops and markets high-quality input devices such as
high-end steering wheels and pedals for racing simulations on game
consoles and PCs. As a “brain factory”, the company’s focus is on
the creative sector. Endor carries out product development and
prototype construction under its own direction and together with
specialized technology partners, primarily in Germany. Endor sells
its products under the FANATEC brand via e-commerce primarily to
end customers in Europe, the USA, Canada, Australia and Japan.
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