JOST Werke SE, a leading provider of safety-critical systems for commercial vehicles, has acquired Hyva Holding BV, a Dutch company known for its hydraulic solutions, in a transaction valued at USD 398 million. This acquisition is aimed at enhancing JOST’s capabilities in India’s commercial vehicle sector and expanding its portfolio across the transport, agricultural, and construction industries worldwide.
Through this strategic acquisition, JOST intends to increase its footprint in Asia and the Americas while entering new product and customer segments. Hyva’s product portfolio includes front-end tipping cylinders, container handling systems, waste management equipment, and truck-mounted cranes, which will complement JOST’s existing range for both on-highway and off-highway applications.
Pradeep Gorur Sheshagiri, Managing Director of JOST India, stated that the acquisition supports India’s infrastructure growth and aligns with national manufacturing goals under the ‘Make in India’ initiative. He also emphasized the importance of enhanced local production and collaboration with original equipment manufacturers (OEMs).
Jeffrey Zuidgeest, Regional Director India, BU Components at Hyva, noted that the integration of product portfolios and networks would improve customer service capabilities, leveraging Hyva’s established sales and after-sales infrastructure.
Hyva holds a significant share in the hydraulic tipping cylinder market and maintains a presence in over 110 countries, operating 14 production facilities across several continents, including India. JOST plans to utilize this global footprint to deliver uniform quality and region-specific solutions.
This acquisition follows a series of strategic expansions by JOST, including previous acquisitions of ROCKINGER, TRIDEC, and Quicke. Incorporating Hyva into its operations is expected to reinforce JOST’s global position in transport and heavy-duty equipment markets.
JOST is a globally recognized manufacturer of safety-critical components for the commercial vehicle sector. Its product offerings are divided into systems for on-highway transport and off-highway use in agriculture and construction. JOST’s market leadership is built on the strength of its core brands—JOST, Hyva, ROCKINGER, TRIDEC, and Quicke—its global customer network, and a scalable, asset-light business model. Following the Hyva acquisition in 2025, JOST Werke SEnow employs over 7,500 personnel, operates sales and manufacturing facilities in over 35 countries, and conducts business on six continents. The company is listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange.
