Dr. Hönle AG: Hönle acquires Disinfection Specialist, STERILSYSTEMS

Gräfelfing/München (pta023/17.08.2020/12:50 UTC+2) Dr. Hönle AG acquires STERILSYSTEMS GmbH. The Hönle Group is thus significantly expanding its activities in the life science sector. As a result of the pandemic, sensitivity to and global demand for disinfection solutions has risen sharply. As one of the largest UV suppliers, the Management Board sees very good prospects for the Hönle Group in this interesting growth market.

STERILSYSTEMS GmbH, Mauterndorf, Austria, has been one of the pioneers in the development of highly-efficient UVC systems for air and surface sterilisation, water disinfection and odour neutralisation for more than 30 years now. With up to 99.999 % germ reduction, the UV lamps work reliably against viruses, bacteria and fungi. Environmentally-friendly UV-disinfection is chemical-free and leaves no residues. The company has grown strongly in recent years and achieved an EBIT margin of around 20%. The Management Board also expects strong sales and earnings growth in the following years, particularly due to the increased sensitivity with regard to disinfection solutions.
In addition to the Austria home market, STERILSYSTEMS is operating world-wide in 36 countries.

Completion of the STERILSYSTEMS acquisition is planned for 1 October 2020. The consolidation of STERILSYSTEMS GmbH is also expected to take place on 1 October 2020. It has been agreed not to disclose the amount of the purchase price.

More information on STERILSYSTEMS GmbH can be found under:
www.sterilsystems.de

About Hönle
The Dr. Hönle AG is a listed technology company based in Gräfelfing near Munich. With more than 500 employees, the Hönle Group develops innovative solutions for a wide variety of industrial manufacturing processes. A main focus of the business activity is the development and sale of industrial adhesives and sealings. Furthermore, devices for drying inks and coatings, curing adhesives and plastics as well as for surface disinfection and sunlight simulation are manufactured. In addition, the company produces UV lamps for water disinfection and produces tubes and semi-finished products made of quartz glass, which are used in different industries. The Hönle Group supplies technology and world market leaders and is represented in more than 20 countries by own companies and sales partners.

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