China's Geely said on Thursday its premium electric vehicle maker Zeekr plans to take control of Lynk & Co, a sister brand - the first big restructuring move in a planned overhaul for the sprawling automotive group.

Zhejiang Geely Holding Group Co. plans to integrate its premium electric vehicle brand Zeekr with its smart car marque Lynk & Co. in a restructuring aimed at eliminating duplication and saving costs,

Geely's ZEEKR to acquire majority stake in Lynk & Co in major restructuring move, forming a new energy vehicle manufacturing group.

Chinese premium electric vehicle maker Zeekr will take control of Lynk & Co, a sister brand owned by Geely and Volvo Cars, two sources with direct knowledge of the plans said.

Zeekr and Lynk have some overlap with similar products and pricing, cannabilising each other's sales, analysts have said. Premium electric vehicle maker Zeekr will take control of