TE Connectivity Completes Acquisition of the Creganna Medical Group

SCHAFFHAUSEN, Switzerland, April 4, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- TE Connectivity Ltd. (NYSE: TEL), a world leader in connectivity and sensors, announced today that it has completed the previously announced acquisition of the Creganna Medical Group (Creganna). 

Creganna is a global leader that designs and manufactures minimally invasive delivery and access devices serving medical device original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). The company, headquartered in Ireland, reported sales of approximately $250 million in 2015.

"The acquisition of Creganna advances our strategy to be the industry leader in high-growth harsh environment applications where failure is not an option," said Tom Lynch, TE Connectivity chairman and CEO. "Creganna's products are used in life-saving medical treatments and surgical procedures where the highest levels of quality, reliability and performance are essential. Combining Creganna with TE's existing medical business establishes TE as a leader in the attractive minimally-invasive interventional segment of the medical device market. TE now has the most complete product and capability offering in the industry, and is a fully integrated strategic supplier to major OEMs. We look forward to offering our customers the most innovative solutions for their needs and welcoming the talented team from Creganna to TE."

The business will be reported as part of TE's Industrial Solutions segment.

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ABOUT TE CONNECTIVITY
TE Connectivity (NYSE: TEL) is a $12 billion global technology leader. Our connectivity and sensor solutions are essential in today's increasingly connected world. We collaborate with engineers to transform their concepts into creations – redefining what's possible using intelligent, efficient and high-performing TE products and solutions proven in harsh environments. Our 72,000 people, including over 7,000 engineers, partner with customers in close to 150 countries across a wide range of industries. We believe EVERY CONNECTION COUNTS – www.TE.com

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