The shareholders of the HANNO-VITO-Group have decided to sell its established construction chemicals plant in Himberg (Austria). On September 18, 2020 Hanno-Werk GmbH & Co. KG, Himberg near Vienna (Austria) has become part of the WS Print GmbH & Co. KG, Schnaittach (Germany) Group.

In the future the shareholders of the HANNO-VITO-Group will concentrate on their German core business, which comprises Hanno Werk GmbH & Co. KG in Laatzen (near Hanover) und die VITO Irmen GmbH & Co. KG in Remagen (South of Cologne).

WS Print GmbH & Co. KG is a second generation run family owned company. With this takeover WS Print will strengthen its business in the construction chemistry sector. The goals are: Generate further growth and expand its range of expertise.

Günter Krohn, retired managing director of Hanno-Werk GmbH & Co. KG, Himberg about the transaction:

„The previous shareholders of Hanno-Werk in Himberg are happy to have found with WS Print a new owner for the company, which continous its business as specialized supplier for construction chemical products at its current site, its employees and which appreciates the long-term relationship with its customers and suppliers and intends to further grow its business. The company philosopphy - shaped by high product quality, continuity and reliability - is a perfect fit for HANNO Austria.”

Alexander Auerbach-Spielberger, managing sharehoder of WS Print GmbH & Co. KG about the acquisition:

“We are one of the largest suppliers of silicone products in Europe. For this reason Hanno-Werk GmbH & Co. KG fits extremely well into our company group. We appreciated HANNO’s strong brand and customer focus. This will give us the opportunity to remain a reliable partner for our customers by offering quality products and being service oriented. We are looking forward to create with our employees and customers an exciting and active future.”

The parties have agreed not to disclose the terms of the transaction.