Uzwil / CH. (bg) Swiss Bühler AG is pleased to announce the acquisition of Esau + Hueber, a German company specializing in individual solutions in hygienic process and fermentation technology in the beverage, food, pharmaceutical, and biotechnology sectors. The acquisition enhances Bühler’s malting, brewery, and sustainable protein businesses, expanding the company’s expertise and capacity in these areas while multiplying the reach of Esau + Hueber’s technology across Bühler’s global network.
«This acquisition aligns perfectly with our long-term strategic objectives,» said Johannes Wick, CEO of Grains + Food business at Bühler. «By leveraging Esau + Hueber strengths in brewery and sustainable protein areas, we can provide superior solutions to our customers in these sectors.» This strategic acquisition is set to fill technological gaps and strengthen Bühler’s position as an industry innovator.
(Photo: Bühler AG – Esau + Hueber GmbH)
Esau + Hueber is an independently managed manufacturer with 42 employees and supports its clients in all project phases. It designs and builds high-tech facilities and develops advanced processing technology. Esau + Hueber holds strong expertise in yeast and fermentation management, as well as automation. Esau + Hueber will continue to operate from its home in Schrobenhausen, Upper Bavaria.
Bühler Group is a global leading technology company in the fields of food, feed, and mobility. Among its areas of expertise, it provides customers worldwide with cutting-edge solutions in malting and brewing. Its technology covers the entire process, from raw material processing to producing the finest malt and beer. Additionally, Bühler’s technology can monitor product quality with advanced sensors and automate the production process with digital services.
«We are delighted to welcome Esau + Hueber to Bühler. The acquisition presents a unique opportunity to integrate Esau + Hueber capabilities and better meet the evolving needs of our global customers,» said Ian Roberts, CTO at Bühler. «We see many opportunities to multiply their technology with the global reach of our business.»
Johannes Schulz-Hess, shareholder of Esau + Hueber, stated: «I am thrilled for the Esau + Hueber team. The recent successful developments within the company and its capabilities are now opening up entirely new dimensions and opportunities through the association with Bühler. This step will also greatly benefit our customers and create new market potential.»
The integration of Esau + Hueber will commence immediately, with specialized teams from both companies working closely to ensure a seamless integration process.
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