Ing. A. Maurer S.A. has been acquired by LIST AG

The private shareholders of Ing. A. Maurer S.A. have sold the company to List AG. Financial details have not been disclosed.

Ing. A. Maurer S.A. supplies technology, equipment and services for viscose and chemical plants. The company’s activity started more than 90 years ago with the design and construction of viscose pumps and today stands as a fully integrated company capable of undertaking a variety of projects, utilizing a most updated design, planning and project management techniques and providing the highest quality equipment systems.

LIST is the worldwide technology leader in dry processing, focusing on processes that operate without the use of solvents, or processing in the concentrated phase. LIST develops and industrializes innovative solutions for the chemical, polymer, food and fibre industries that are setting new standards for modern, efficient and sustainable processing. Headquartered in Arisdorf, Switzerland, LIST has offices in the USA, Singapore, Japan, India, and Bahrain.

Klaus List, owner and Chairman of LIST, said: “We welcome Maurer. They are a world class, reputable company with excellent products and a wealth of experience. Our companies have a common business culture and a similar customer base. We expect synergies for maintaining our historical business of viscose staple fibres and for developing and promoting the lyocell fibre on the world market. With the global lyocell fibre market valued at over US$700 million and current trends anticipating an increase to US$1,200 million by 2020, there is huge potential. Together, we are stronger.”

Oaklins' team in Switzerland advised the seller in the whole process.