Gentherm Finalizes Definitive Agreement to Acquire Modine's Performance Technologies Business in Reverse Morris Trust

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Gentherm Inc. has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Modine's Performance Technologies business through a Reverse Morris Trust transaction, resulting in a 60/40 ownership split with existing Gentherm shareholders retaining the majority.

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• Definitive Acquisition Agreement

  Gentherm to acquire Modine's Performance Technologies business via a Reverse Morris Trust transaction, finalizing terms previously discussed in related filings.

• Significant Ownership Change

  Existing Gentherm shareholders will own approximately 60% of the combined company, with former SpinCo shareholders owning approximately 40%.

• Cash Distribution and Financing

  SpinCo will make a $210 million cash payment to Modine, supported by a 364-day bridge loan facility, with plans for permanent financing.

• Board Composition Changes

  Gentherm's Board of Directors will expand to eleven members, including two individuals selected by Modine.

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This 8-K filing announces the definitive agreement for Gentherm to acquire Modine's Performance Technologies business via a Reverse Morris Trust. This transaction, which was previously communicated in related 425 filings on the same date, finalizes the terms of a significant strategic acquisition. The deal involves Modine spinning off its Performance Technologies business (SpinCo) to its shareholders, followed by a merger with a Gentherm subsidiary. Existing Gentherm shareholders will own approximately 60% of the combined entity, while former SpinCo shareholders will own 40%, indicating substantial dilution for current Gentherm investors but also a major expansion of the company's operations. The transaction is unanimously approved by both boards and includes a $210 million cash distribution from SpinCo to Modine, funded by a bridge loan facility that is expected to be replaced by permanent financing. The new board will include two Modine-selected directors. This move is a transformative event for Gentherm, significantly altering its business scope and capital structure.