LEONI

LEONI

Global supplier of automotive wiring systems

Overview

Leoni is a global supplier of electrical wiring systems and cables for the automotive industry. It designs, manufactures, and supplies wiring harnesses and cable assemblies that connect electrical components in vehicles, providing power and data transmission throughout a vehicle. The product work involves integrated harnesses, connectors, protective insulation, and module assemblies produced at scale in factories around the world to meet automotive OEM specifications. Compared with competitors, Leoni leverages a long history dating back to 1917, a broad international footprint, and deep experience as a dedicated automotive wiring systems partner, enabling large-scale production, consistent quality, and strong OEM relationships. Its goal is to support the evolving needs of the automotive sector by delivering reliable, high-quality wiring solutions and expanding its global manufacturing capabilities to power modern and future vehicle technologies.

About LEONI

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Why LEONI is rated
C+
Rated B on Competitive Edge
Rated C on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

Industries

Automotive & Transportation

Industrial & Manufacturing

Company Size

5,001-10,000

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Nuremberg, Germany

Founded

1917

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • June 2026 Morocco expansion adds capacity and 90 jobs, scaling to 200.
  • Luxshare completed majority ownership in July 2025, then raised stake to 74.9%.
  • LEONI says restructuring remains on track and overhead costs are down 20 percent.

What critics are saying

  • LEONI cuts up to 700 jobs in Arad, Beiuș, and Marghita during 2026.
  • Marghita closes in first-half 2026 because LEONI lacks new projects.
  • Global automotive order weakness and cost pressure threaten the WSD turnaround through 2026.

What makes LEONI unique

  • Luxshare owns 74.9% since April 30, 2026, backing LEONI's turnaround.
  • LEONI LCS expands Moroccan manufacturing with Kenitra groundbreaking and Bouskoura expansion in 2026.
  • The company supplies wiring systems and automotive cables for ADAS and next-generation vehicles.

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Benefits

Flexible Work Hours

Professional Development Budget

Wellness Program

Performance Bonus

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Company News

36Kr
Sep 17th, 2024
Luxshare Precision Acquires Leoni AG for €525M

Luxshare Precision announced the acquisition of Germany's Leoni AG and its subsidiary Leoni Kabel GmbH for €525 million (approx. ¥4.1 billion). Luxshare will acquire 50.1% of Leoni AG and 100% of Leoni Kabel GmbH. The acquisition aims to combine Luxshare's R&D and manufacturing capabilities with Leoni's global resources. Despite Leoni's recent financial struggles, the acquisition is expected to enhance Luxshare's global automotive wiring harness market presence.

36Kr Holdings Inc.
Sep 13th, 2024
Luxshare Acquires Majority Stake in Leoni

Summary: 36Kr reports that Luxshare Precision plans to acquire a 50.1% stake in Leoni AG and 100% of its subsidiary Leoni Kabel GmbH. Post-transaction, Luxshare will hold the Leoni AG stake through Singapore Luxshare, while Hong Kong Luxshare and its subsidiary Huiju Technology will jointly hold Leoni Kabel GmbH through Singapore Huiju.

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