Signify announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement with Eaton to acquire Cooper Lighting Solutions for USD 1.4 billion in cash. Closing is subject to regulatory approvals and other customary conditions and is expected to take place in the first quarter of 2020.
Cooper Lighting Solutions, headquartered in Peachtree City, GA, United States, is a leading provider of professional lighting, lighting controls, and connected lighting. The business offers a large breadth of products and applications, both in the indoor and outdoor segments, sold under renowned brands in North America including Corelite, Halo, McGraw-Edison, Metalux. The company sells its lighting portfolio through a strong agent network and has direct relationships with retailers, distributors and other end-user customers. The business generated 2 USD 1.7 billion of sales in 2018, of which 84 per cent were LED-based, a reported EBITDA of USD 187 million and free cash flow of USD 143 million.
“Today’s announcement confirms the strategic importance of the North American market for Signify. This acquisition will substantially strengthen our position in this attractive market,” said Eric Rondolat, CEO of Signify. “We will join forces to further develop connected lighting and provide our customers with the highest level of service while optimising operational efficiencies.”
“Together, the two businesses will be better positioned to benefit from the growing USD 12 billion professional lighting market in North America, driven by the continued conversion to LED and the increased demand for connected lighting systems and controls,” a statement released by the company said.
