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UST to Acquire Majority Stake in Italdesign With Audi Remaining a Long-Term Partner

UST plans to pair its AI-driven digital engineering with Italdesign’s design-to-production capabilities to expand the brand’s global reach.

Overview

  • UST has signed an agreement to purchase control of Italdesign and will take operational responsibility once the deal closes.
  • Automobili Lamborghini will retain a significant shareholding, and Audi will continue as a strategic partner and major client.
  • The companies say the partnership will offer end-to-end services spanning concept design, hardware and software engineering, and production systems.
  • The transaction requires regulatory approvals, and neither party disclosed the purchase price or other terms.
  • Volkswagen’s consideration of a sale earlier this year as part of broader restructuring preceded this ownership shift.