GERMANY – Anton Paar GmbH, an Austrian maker of materials measuring equipment, has acquired Brabender GmbH & Co. KG of Duisburg, Germany.
Based in Duisburg, Germany, Brabender provides measurement and processing solutions for raw material testing and recipe and process development. Its offerings cover applications ranging from food and feed to plastics and rubber and batteries.
The acquisition of Brabender is a promising addition to Anton Paar’s portfolio, the company said, especially in material characterization, one of its leading growth markets.
Dr. Friedrich Santner, Anton Paar CEO said: “The decisive factor for Anton Paar’s decision to purchase Brabender was the know-how in the development and production of world-leading measuring instruments, which the company has built up since its foundation 100 years ago.
“In line with its long-term strategy, Anton Paar will sustainably expand and further strengthen Brabender’s sites in Duisburg and Hackensack (USA).”
Brabender’s approximately 200 employees will become part of Anton Paar. The acquisition represents a clear commitment to progress, according to Brabender Executive Director Dr. David Szczesny.
“Being part of the Anton Paar Group opens many opportunities for us – in research and development of our innovative products as well as in sales and service. For us, this is a great move that will benefit our employees and customers,” said Szczesny.
With the merger now in motion, Anton Paar and Anton Paar TorqueTec GmbH aim to take material characterization and process engineering to new heights, continuing their respective legacies of excellence in delivering cutting-edge solutions to industries worldwide.
Glatfelter sells its Ober-Schmitten, Germany, facility
Meanwhile, Glatfelter Corporation has announced the sale of Glatfelter Ober-Schmitten GmbH and certain related distributor operations in Asia to Ostrest GmbH, a company owned by Ilkem Şahin, the chairman of the board of İŞ Holding A.Ş.
China and Hong Kong, President and Chief Executive Officer said: “I am pleased that Glatfelter’s Ober-Schmitten site, along with its related sales and distribution in Suzhou, China and Hong Kong, will continue to operate and service the glassine and electrical markets under the new ownership of İŞ Holding.
“While today’s announcement is a departure from our previously announced plan to close Ober-Schmitten, the sale of this business is a great outcome for all stakeholders, including the employees who service the customers in these markets.”
Mr. İlkem Şahin, Chairman, IS Holding A.S. added that the acquisition of the facility will enable it to support the community and to be able to positively contribute to the over two hundred years of paper production tradition in OberSchmitten.
“The acquisition fits well into the portfolio of İŞ Holding, which thus further expands its activities in Germany. İŞ Holding sees a good perspective for the continuation of the site,” he added.
“Together with the site management, all employees, as well as the committees of the city of Nidda, a sustainable concept for the future will be developed and implemented in the coming weeks.”
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