Jones Day advised Wabtec Corporation in the acquisition of approximately 51 percent of the share capital of Faiveley Transport S.A., a global supplier of high added value integrated systems for the railway industry, held by some members of the Faiveley family for $1.8 billion in cash and stock, including assumed debt. This acquisition will be followed by the launching of a tender offer for the remaining public shares.

In addition to M&A representation, Jones Day provided antitrust, executive compensation, labor, and tax advice regarding this transaction.

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