Cooper Standard Sells Technical Rubber Business to Holcim

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Cooper-Standard Holdings Inc. (NYSE: CPS) completes sale of Technical Rubber business to Holcim, a Switzerland-based company. The sale, finalized on July 31, 2023, involves versatile sheeting, compounding, and flooring solutions. Holcim will continue CSTR's business activities under the new name of Holcim Technical Solutions & Products GmbH, aiming to leverage the expertise of the Technical Rubber team for future success.

NORTHVILLE, Mich., Aug. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Cooper-Standard Holdings Inc. (NYSE: CPS) today announced it has completed the sale of its Technical Rubber business to Switzerland-based Holcim. Based in Mannheim, Germany, Cooper Standard Technical Rubber (CSTR) offers versatile sheeting, compounding and flooring solutions. The sale was finalized on July 31, 2023. Terms of the sale were not disclosed.

"Cooper Standard is committed to our Technical Rubber team and ensuring a smooth transition for our employees and Holcim," said Ramsey Changoo, vice president and managing director – ISG (Industrial and Specialty Group). "Holcim is an ideal partner for this transition as it is focused on further growing the business and leveraging the expertise of the Technical Rubber team toward future success."

Holcim will continue CSTR`s existing business activities and serve its existing customer base under its new name of Holcim Technical Solutions & Products GmbH. CSTR offers an innovative R&D team, state-of-the art production equipment as well as an experienced labor force of 130 employees who can help drive the growth of Holcim's business across Europe.

About Cooper Standard 
Cooper Standard, headquartered in Northville, Mich., with locations in 20 countries, is a leading global supplier of sealing and fluid handling systems and components. Utilizing our materials science and manufacturing expertise, we create innovative and sustainable engineered solutions for diverse transportation and industrial markets. Cooper Standard's approximately 23,000 employees are at the heart of our success, continuously improving our business and surrounding communities. Learn more at www.cooperstandard.com or follow us on Twitter @CooperStandard.

About Holcim
Holcim is a global leader in innovative and sustainable building solutions. Driven by its purpose to build progress for people and the planet, its 60,000 employees are on a mission to decarbonize buildings, while improving living standards for all. The company empowers its customers across all regions to build better with less, with its broad range of low-carbon and circular solutions, from ECOPact to ECOPlanet. With its innovative systems, from Elevate's roofing to PRB's insulation, Holcim makes buildings more sustainable in use, driving energy efficiency and green retrofitting. With sustainability at the core of its strategy, Holcim is becoming a net-zero company with 1.5°C targets validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Learn more about Holcim on www.holcim.com, and by following us on Twitter.

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Cooper Standard
(248) 596-6217
CAndrews@cooperstandard.com

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FAQ

What business did Cooper-Standard Holdings Inc. sell?

Cooper-Standard Holdings Inc. sold its Technical Rubber business to Holcim.

When was the sale finalized?

The sale was finalized on July 31, 2023.

Who is acquiring the Technical Rubber business?

Holcim, a Switzerland-based company, is acquiring the Technical Rubber business.

What will be the new name of the Technical Rubber business under Holcim?

The Technical Rubber business will operate under the new name of Holcim Technical Solutions & Products GmbH.

How many employees are part of the Technical Rubber team?

The Technical Rubber team consists of 130 employees.

What are the main offerings of the Technical Rubber business?

The Technical Rubber business offers versatile sheeting, compounding, and flooring solutions.