SINGAPORE, Aug. 23, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- China Yuchai International Limited (NYSE: CYD) ("China Yuchai" or the "Company"), a leading manufacturer and distributor of engines for on-and off-road applications in China through its main operating subsidiary, Guangxi Yuchai Machinery Company Limited ("GYMCL"), announced today that its subsidiary, Guangxi Yuchai Accessories Manufacturing Company Limited ("GYAMC"), has acquired the remaining 25% equity interest in Guangxi Yuchai Crankshaft Co., Ltd. ("GY Crankshaft") from its joint venture partner, Guangxi Yuchai Machinery Group Company Limited ("GYM Group") ("Acquisition"). As a result of the Acquisition, GY Crankshaft is now a wholly owned subsidiary of GYAMC.
The total consideration was RMB1,335,000 which was satisfied in cash and funded through internal sources.
The consideration for the Acquisition was determined on a "willing-buyer willing-seller" basis based on the final network bid price under a public tender organized by Beibu Gulf Equity Exchange Group. This consideration represents a premium of approximately 0.88% over the market value of the 25% equity stake as of September 30, 2016. An independent valuation report dated February 23, 2017, and prepared by the China United Assets Appraisal Group Guangxi Limited Company and commissioned by GYM Group valued the 25% equity stake in GY Crankshaft with a market value of approximately RMB1,323,300 (using the asset-based approach as the valuation method) as at September 30, 2016.
About China Yuchai International
China Yuchai International Limited, through its subsidiary, Guangxi Yuchai Machinery Company Limited ("GYMCL"), engages in the manufacture, assembly, and sale of a wide variety of light-, medium- and heavy-duty engines for trucks, buses, passenger vehicles, construction equipment, marine and agriculture applications in China. GYMCL also produces diesel power generators. The engines produced by GYMCL range from diesel to natural gas and hybrid engines. Through its regional sales offices and authorized customer service centers, the Company distributes its engines directly to auto OEMs and retailers and provides maintenance and retrofitting services throughout China. Founded in 1951, GYMCL has established a reputable brand name, strong research and development team and significant market share in China with high-quality products and reliable after-sales support. In 2016, GYMCL sold 320,424 engines and is recognized as a leading manufacturer and distributor of engines in China. For more information, please visit http://www.cyilimited.com.
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