Kirchheim, Germany – The iconic automotive seating brand Recaro Automotive GmbH is entering a new era as Proma Group, a leading Italian automotive components manufacturer, has finalized an investment agreement to acquire and relaunch the business. This move is set to pave the way for Recaro’s operational revival across Europe, with key milestones slated for January 2025.
As part of the transition, Proma Group will retain key personnel from Recaro’s Sales and Technology departments, ensuring that the Stuttgart-based team continues to deliver seamless customer support during the transition. The relaunch will include the introduction of aftermarket seats to the European market and the transfer of OEM seat production to Italy, with the first products rolling off the line early next year.
A Synergy of Excellence: Germany Meets Italy
Proma Group’s CEO, Luca Pino, highlighted the complementary strengths of the partnership, stating, “Our investment in Recaro Automotive will strengthen our ability to deliver premium seating products while embracing cutting-edge innovations in the automotive sector. The Recaro name stands as a benchmark of German industrial technology, and Proma Group, with its legacy of Italian manufacturing excellence, is thrilled to combine forces to shape the future of automotive quality.”
Continuing Legacy Across Continents
Recaro Automotive’s operations in North America and Japan remain unaffected by the transition, ensuring uninterrupted service and product quality for customers in these regions.
Proma Group’s Global Footprint
With an annual turnover of €1.1 billion, 25 plants across three continents, and over 30 international patents, Proma Group is a powerhouse in the automotive sector. Specializing in components such as seat structures, body assemblies, and suspension beams, the company is committed to innovation and sustainability, offering cutting-edge materials and processes that reduce vehicle carbon emissions. Its “proximity logistics” approach ensures reliability and cost efficiency by positioning facilities close to customers.
As the collaboration unfolds, industry watchers are eager to see how the fusion of German precision and Italian innovation will redefine the automotive seating market.
