M&A Deal Summary

Snap-on Acquires Zhejiang Wanda Tools Co.

On March 5, 2008, Snap-on acquired machinery company Zhejiang Wanda Tools Co. for 15M USD

Acquisition Highlights
  • This is Snap-on’s 3rd transaction in the Machinery sector.
  • This is Snap-on’s 11th largest (disclosed) transaction.
  • This is Snap-on’s 1st transaction in China.

M&A Deal Summary

Date 2008-03-05
Target Zhejiang Wanda Tools Co.
Sector Machinery
Buyer(s) Snap-on
Deal Type Add-on Acquisition
Deal Value 15M USD

Target

Zhejiang Wanda Tools Co.

Zhejiang, China
Zhejiang Wanda Tools Co., Ltd. is a manufacturer of all kinds of manual and pneumatic hardware tools.

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Buyer

Snap-on

Kenosha, Wisconsin, United States

Category Company
Founded 1920
Sector Machinery
Employees13,000
Revenue 4.7B USD (2024)
DESCRIPTION
Entrance to Snap-on's corporate headquarters in Kenosha, Wisconsin.
Entrance to Snap-on's corporate headquarters in Kenosha, Wisconsin.

Snap-on is a manufacturer and marketer of tools, equipment, diagnostics, repair information and systems solutions for professional users. Snap-on was founded in 1920 and is based in Kenosha, Wisconsin.


DEAL STATS #
Overall 4 of 16
Sector: Machinery M&A 3 of 8
Type: Add-on Acquisition M&A Deals 2 of 14
Country: China M&A 1 of 1
Year: 2008 M&A 1 of 1
Size (of disclosed) 11 of 14
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