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CBAK Energy completes acquisition of 81.56% stake in battery materials supplier Hitrans
CBAK Energy Technology, Inc.
- Total cash consideration of ~RMB40.74M ($6.31M) for 21.56% stake plus loan arrangement for additional 60%.
- CBAK Power becomes largest shareholder with 81.56% equity interest in Hitrans.
- Hitrans produces NCM precursors and cathode materials; annual capacity 12,000 tons precursors and 8,000 tons cathode.
- Hitrans plans to expand capacity to 50,000 tons by 2023; acquisition aims to strengthen supply chain.
- Financial statements of Hitrans to be filed within 71 days after this 8-K.