Valmet Automotive said it had strengthened its existing partnership with RLE International by selling 100% shares of its wholly owned China subsidiary, Valmet Automotive (China) to RLE Global Operations, a joint venture of the parties registered in England & Wales.

As part of the agreement, Valmet Automotive acquires a minority stake in RLE Global Operations. Valmet China, located in Shanghai, provides automotive design services, and specialises in sourcing, import and export of auto components.

“Through this strengthened partnership, the parties expand their position in the automotive design and auto component manufacturing markets,” they said in a statement.

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