December 12, 2025 13:26

Brückner Group, a leading manufacturer of film extrusion equipment and lines, is entering the polyurethane (PUR) market through the acquisition of German company Hennecke, a long-standing brand in the design and production of processing systems for these materials, previously controlled by a fund managed by Swiss financial firm Capvis.

The acquisition, for which no financial details were disclosed, will be completed at the beginning of next year. It will give Brückner access to new markets beyond packaging and strengthen its global knowledge base.

With operations in Germany, Italy, the United States and China, Hennecke has a robust portfolio of technologies, deep know-how and a strong reputation in the polyurethane industry. The company employs 650 people and generates more than €150 million in annual revenue. Its offering includes systems for metering, mixing and foaming of PUR, covering applications such as flexible and rigid foams, sandwich panels, technical insulation and molded parts.

“The merger will not only result in bundled technological expertise and a global market presence, but also allow us to form the basis for expanding our position in the international PUR market,” commented Thomas Wildt, CEO of the Hennecke Group. “This step represents a natural progression of our Hennecke Business System and the Focus2030 strategy for sustainable growth. Working with the Brückner Group, we’ll be able to capitalize on innovation and growth potential much faster in the future.”

The Brückner Group currently has 2,700 employees in 12 countries and generates revenues of more than €1.2 billion. Once the acquisition is finalized, the group will comprise five divisions: Brückner Maschinenbau, Brückner Servtec, Kiefel, PackSys Global and Hennecke PUR Solutions. Total headcount will rise to nearly 3,400, with pro forma sales of €1.35 billion.

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