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CHICAGO, IL and BLOOMFIELD HILLS, MI — December 2nd, 2025 — Center Rock Capital Partners, LP (“Center Rock”) today announced that it has acquired GHSP, a global leader in mechatronic systems, smart actuators, and electronic controls serving the automotive market.
The investment in GHSP aligns with Center Rock’s strategy of partnering with established industrial businesses that demonstrate proven capabilities, have deep customer relationships, and possess a foundation for sustainable long-term growth. GHSP’s reputation for innovation, precision manufacturing, and collaborative development with leading OEMs positions the company as a strong platform for continued expansion in advanced motion control and intelligent interface technologies.
Founded in 1924 and headquartered in Holland, MI, GHSP designs and manufactures precision mechatronic and control systems used by globally recognized OEMs. Its product portfolio includes advanced shift systems, smart actuators, and integrated electronic control solutions engineered to enhance vehicle performance, safety, and user experience. GHSP’s capabilities also extend into premium appliances, where its technology further enhances user interface functionality and reliability.
“This is an exciting day for the entire GHSP team, our customers, and our suppliers," said Laurent Bresson, CEO of GHSP. "Our team has worked relentlessly over the last few years to strengthen our operational foundation. This partnership with Center Rock is a testament to that hard work. It secures our future and provides the capital, industry expertise, and customer confidence we need to accelerate our growth and long-term success. We are thrilled to have a partner that understands our business and is ready to build our future with us."
“GHSP represents a highly respected, engineering-driven organization with a long history of technical excellence,” said Arun Laxmanan, Partner at Center Rock Capital Partners. “We are pleased to support Laurent and his leadership team as they continue to build on GHSP’s legacy and execute a growth strategy that enhances its global reach, product innovation, and operational performance.”
The acquisition of GHSP underscores Center Rock’s continued commitment to invest in industrial businesses where its hands-on operational resources can help drive transformational growth and value creation.
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Center Rock is a Midwest-based private equity firm focused on building leading industrial companies in the lower middle market. Center Rock seeks industrial manufacturing, industrial services, and industrial distribution companies headquartered in North America, often with multi-national operations and locations that serve both domestic and global markets.
With substantial expertise working constructively with management teams to drive both operational and strategic improvement, Center Rock’s investment professionals have the flexibility and tools to invest in a broad array of transactions and build value in lower middle market industrial companies.
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