EnerSys, a global leader in stored energy solutions for industrial applications, announced that it has completed its acquisition of Bren-Tronics. The acquisition of Bren-Tronics marks a significant milestone in EnerSys’ strategic growth and expansion initiatives.

“We are very pleased to have closed this important transaction and can officially welcome Bren-Tronics to the EnerSys family,” said EnerSys President & CEO David M. Shaffer. “EnerSys’ combination with Bren-Tronics will strengthen our position as a critical enabler of the energy transition and supports our growth in the attractive and growing military and defense end markets.”

Shaffer added, “Our acquisition will accelerate EnerSys’ transformation in expanding our lithium product offerings, growing revenue and profitability, and advancing toward our fiscal year 2027 targets.”

Bren-Tronics, headquartered in Commack, N.Y., was previously a privately held company and has developed a legacy of innovation since 1973. Bren-Tronics is a leading manufacturer of highly reliable portable power solutions, including small and large format lithium batteries and charging solutions, for military and defense applications. It has approximately 280 employees across the U.S., France, and the U.K., with 2023 sales of approximately $100 million. Bren-Tronics will be integrated within EnerSys’ Specialty line of business.

EnerSys purchased Bren-Tronics for an all-cash transaction of $208 million. The purchase price represents approximately 8.7x Bren-Tronics’ adjusted EBITDA for the twelve months ending December 31, 2023. The transaction will be immediately accretive to EnerSys.

EnerSys will provide further updates on the strategic and financial benefits of the acquisition as well as integration plans during its first quarter fiscal 2025 earnings call scheduled for August 8, 2024, at 9:00 AM (ET). A live broadcast as well as a replay of the earnings call can be accessed through the Investor Relations section of the Company’s website.