SDCmaterials, Inc. Announces Investment from SAIC Capital
"SDC's break-through catalytic materials are enabling step-function improvements in the performance efficiencies of the underlying Platinum Group Metals that are key to emissions control. Using SDC materials in the emission catalysts will allow us to deliver the best automotive emissions control solutions available - to the benefit of our in-house vehicle brands as well as the brands of our current and future global partners," said Anish Patel (Senior Investment Director).
"SAIC is a great partner for us," said SDCmaterials' CEO Maximilian Biberger. "The company has vertically integrated exhaust-system assets and is aggressively pursuing global growth across a foundation of leadership products. We look forward to a close collaboration."
Existing investors, including General Motors Ventures, BASF Venture Capital, Volvo Group Venture Capital, Invus Financial Advisors and Emerald Technology Ventures, also participated in the investment round.
About SDCmaterials, Inc.
SDCmaterials develops and commercializes high value advanced catalyst materials based on a novel materials fabrication and integration platform. The company was founded in 2004 with its headquarters and R&D center in Tempe, Arizona, USA and production facilities in Schwarzheide, Germany.
CONTACT:
Maximilian Biberger, CEO
SDCmaterials, Inc.
Tel: +1-480-966-6106 ext. 101
Email: [email protected]
About SAIC Motor Limited
SAIC Motor is the largest auto company on China's A-share market. SAIC Motor's business covers the research, production and vehicle sales of both passenger cars and commercial vehicles. It also covers components including engines, gearboxes, powertrains, chassis, interior and exterior and miscellaneous electronic components, and logistics, vehicle telematics, second-hand vehicle transactions and auto finance services. Details at http://www.saicgroup.com/english/index.shtml
CONTACT:
Anish Patel, Senior Investment Director
SAIC Capital
Tel: +1-650-391-2404
Email: [email protected]
