KB Components
KB Components AB acquires Ernst Plastics Group to strengthen European presence and customer portfolio
KB Components AB today announces the acquisition of Ernst Plastics Group, a leading plastic molding group based in Southern Germany. The transaction includes three operational companies – SCHLIESSMEYER GmbH, Spectrum GmbH Kunstofftechnik, and Spritzgussa GmbH & Co. KG – with a combined workforce of 126 employees and more than 50 modern injection molding machines.
Strategic Rationale
The acquisition aligns with KB Components’ strategy to expand its European footprint, consolidate production volumes, and strengthen relationships with key customers in automotive, filtration technology, and consumer goods. By integrating Ernst Plastics Group’s operations, KB Components will optimize capacity utilization across its sites and leverage synergies to improve efficiency.
About Ernst Plastics Group
Founded in 1962, Ernst Plastics Group operates from locations in Zweibrücken, Wannweil, and Lichtenau. The group serves a diversified customer base including Mercedes-Benz, Mann+Hummel, John Deere, Beiersdorf, and Mars. 2024 net sales amounted to approximately EUR 13.7 million.
“This acquisition marks an exciting step forward for KB Components. By integrating the strengths of Ernst Plastics Group, we are not only expanding our European footprint, but also reinforcing our commitment to delivering excellence to our customers across key market segments and geographies,”
says Magnus Andersson, President & CEO of KB Components AB.
| Datum | 2025-10-29, kl 18:00 |
| Källa | MFN |