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Volkswagen considers selling Ducati and transfers factory to defense sector
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Volkswagen considers selling Ducati and transfers factory to defense sector

Jornal de Negócios8 September 2026 at 18:57

The Volkswagen automotive group is advancing in its restructuring plan, which includes significant changes in its portfolio of brands and assets. The company had previously announced the closure of Seat, another brand of the group.

Additionally, Volkswagen has already completed the sale of a factory dedicated to the production of defense equipment, demonstrating its commitment to this reorganization strategy.

Currently, the company is considering divesting from Ducati, the well-known Italian motorcycle brand. This potential sale is part of the same restructuring movement that has already led to the closure of Seat and the divestment of assets in the defense sector.

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