The acquisition of Weilburger Graphics will strengthen the new packaging coatings division of Stahl.
Stahl has recently announced that it has agreed to acquire Weilburger Graphics GmbH, a producer of water-based and energy cured coatings for the packaging industry. The transaction is subject to customary approvals, but it is expected to significantly strengthen the new packaging coatings division of Stahl
and support its strategy to broaden its franchise of speciality coatings and treatments for flexible materials.
“I am very excited to welcome Weilburger Graphics to the Stahl Group. This is another important step on our strategic journey. The acquisition further strengthens our packaging coatings business, building on the acquisition of ICP Industrial Solutions Group (ISG) in March 2023,” has stater Maarten Heijbroek, the CEO of Stahl. “Importantly, it will enhance our position in the European packaging coatings market with its innovative portfolio in growth markets like food and beverages, cosmetics and pharmaceuticals, unique expertise, state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities and a distinct focus on sustainability. I have gotten to know the Weilburger Graphics team as one of the best in the industry.”
Weilburger Graphics is a division of Grebe Holding GmbH with €70 million in sales in 2023. Operating in Weilburg (Germany), it employs over 140 people. Its acquisition will then enable Stahl to accelerate the global expansion of its growing packaging coatings offering.
“We look forward to joining the Stahl Group, to combine our expertise and grow our worldwide presence in packaging coatings. Stahl is a prominent and respected brand: with our complementary product portfolios, geographical coverage and our alignment with the QIS principle – which covers the success factors of quality, innovation and sustainability – we will create a well-rounded and truly global offering for the market,” has also commented Günter Korbacher, the managing director of Weilburger Graphics.