BAAR, SWITZERLAND: Sika AG said that it is acquiring Bitbau Dorr, a leading waterproofing system manufacturer, headquartered in Innsbruck, Austria. The product portfolio includes complete waterproofing systems for roofs, buildings and civil engineering applications. In the past business year, the company with its 85-strong staff recorded sales of CHF 50 million.
The acquisition of Bitbau Dorr GmbH will enable Sika to expand its product portfolio. Both companies will benefit from growth opportunities resulting from expanded distribution channels and a broader customer base. Henceforth, Sika will be able to offer its customers a wider range of durable, high-grade waterproofing systems based on polymer-modified bitumen membranes.
Since the family-owned company was founded 150 years ago, Bitbau Dorr has evolved into a highly respected provider of waterproofing systems. Its quality products are used on flat and pitched roofs, bridges and parking decks, and in civil engineering works. The company's headquarters, with central warehouse and production facilities, is located in Innsbruck. With three further distribution sites in Vienna, Graz and Linz, Bitbau Dorr ensures nationwide coverage in Austria and also exports its high-class products to neighbouring countries.
“With this procurement, Sika's customers will benefit from a broader choice of products. On account of its central location, highly skilled R&D unit, and expandable production capacity, Sika will establish the new site as its Central European centre of excellence for bitumen waterproofing systems. We would like to welcome all Bitbau Dorr employees to Sika and look forward to working together in expanding our joint business operations,” said Paul Schuler, regional manager EMEA, Sika.
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