Harman International Industries
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2026
HARMAN agrees to acquire ZF's ADAS business for about $1.76 billion
HARMAN, a wholly owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics, announced a definitive agreement to acquire ZF Group's advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) business, which includes automotive computing solutions, smart cameras, radar and ADAS software functions, in a deal valued at approximately $1.76 billion. About 3,750 ZF employees in Europe, the Americas and Asia are expected to transfer to HARMAN upon completion, which is expected in the second half of 2026 subject to regulatory approvals.
2022
Harman launches in-vehicle acoustic innovations
Harman introduced Ready Together and Software Enabled Branded Audio, two acoustic innovations described as ready for in-vehicle integration.
2022
HARMAN launches Savari MECWAVE
HARMAN announced the launch of HARMAN Savari MECWAVE, a multi-access edge computing software platform for automotive manufacturers and mobile network operators.
2021
HARMAN announces acquisition of substantially all Savari assets
HARMAN announced the acquisition of substantially all of Savari’s assets. The article says Savari’s software and hardware technology will enhance HARMAN’s automotive capabilities and expand its strengths in related technology areas.
2021
Evertz completes acquisition of Studer assets
Evertz Technologies Limited announced that it had closed its previously announced acquisition of the Studer brand, technology and related assets from HARMAN International.
2020
Harman appoints Christian Sobottka to lead automotive division
Harman appointed Christian Sobottka as president of its automotive division. He was scheduled to take up the role on January 1, 2021.
2020
NBA and HARMAN announce marketing partnership in India
The NBA and HARMAN announced a multiyear marketing partnership in India, making HARMAN and its JBL brand the NBA’s official headphone, speaker, and audio partner in the country.
2020
HARMAN launches AccuAlertMe
HARMAN announced the launch of AccuAlertMe, an enterprise platform designed to help companies, employees and visitors manage COVID-19 risks when facilities reopen. The article says it had been rolled out in HARMAN's India offices.
2020
Former TowerSec shareholder sues Harman over acquisition payments
A former TowerSec shareholder sued Harman in an Israeli court, alleging that Harman breached the acquisition agreement by failing to pay the second installment and seeking sales reports and payment.
2020
Genesis GV80 offers active road-noise cancellation
The Genesis GV80 SUV offers the Road-Noise Active Noise Control system, which uses Harman’s HaloSonic technology to cancel road and tyre noise. The technology was developed by Harman International.
2019
Flipkart to bring Nokia-branded Smart TVs to India
Flipkart announced a strategic relationship with Nokia that grants Flipkart use of the Nokia brand for Smart TVs in India. Flipkart will develop, facilitate manufacturing and distribution, and manage the go-to-market strategy. The TVs will feature audio powered by JBL's sound program.
2019
Amazon launches Voice Interoperability Initiative
Amazon launched the Voice Interoperability Initiative to enable users to access Alexa, Cortana and other voice assistants from a single device. The initiative had support from more than 30 companies, including Microsoft and other named partners.