Archive · 17 Jun 2025
KTM Set to Restart European Production After Restructuring
KTM, a motorcycle company, was having financial problems and stopped making bikes in Europe.
Now, a company called Bajaj Auto is buying most of KTM.
KTM will restart making motorcycles, parts, and accessories by the end of July in Europe.
They had stopped because they didn't have enough parts.
KTM also stopped selling some other brands of bikes in certain countries but will continue making them.
This restart is a big step, but KTM still has work to do to get back on track.
Bajaj Auto is acquiring a majority stake in KTM's parent company, Pierer Mobility.
KTM is restarting motorcycle production in Europe by the end of July after a halt.
The production halt was due to a shortage of critical components.
KTM stopped distributing CFMoto and Zeeho two-wheelers in some European countries.
KTM entered self-administration and has concluded its restructuring process.
- Who
- KTM and Bajaj Auto.
- What
- KTM restarting production after Bajaj Auto's acquisition and resolving financial issues.
- When
- Production to restart by the end of July 2025.
- Where
- Europe, specifically at KTM's manufacturing sites, including Mattighofen, Austria.
- Why
- To recover from financial difficulties and resume motorcycle production.
Challenges
Opportunities
Financial Status
Challenges
KTM was facing financial challenges and production halts.
Opportunities
Bajaj Auto's acquisition and restructuring indicate a path to recovery.
- Company
- KTM
- Parent Company
- Pierer Mobility
- Acquirer
- Bajaj Auto
- Production Restart
- End of July 2025
- 2023 Production
- Over 380,000 motorcycles across all European facilities.
- Financial Support
- €800 million debt financing package secured by BAIHBV