Logitech Acquires Saitek Simulation Product Line from Mad Catz

Logitech Acquires Saitek Simulation Product Line from Mad Catz

LAUSANNE, Switzerland & NEWARK, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Logitech International (SIX: LOGN) (Nasdaq: LOGI) today announced that it has acquired Mad Catz Interactive Inc.s (NYSE MKT: MCZ) Saitek brand and the Saitek line of flight and space simulation game controller assets for $13 million in cash.

Ujesh Desai, vice president and general manager of gaming at Logitech said: Were pleased with this tuck-in acquisition of the Saitek product portfolio. The Saitek product line complements our market-leading portfolio of Logitech G gaming products, including simulation products like our G29 and G920 Driving Force steering wheels, and expands our leadership position at a very exciting time for gaming.

This asset acquisition is not considered material to Logitechs quarterly or full-year financial results.

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