The DELABIE Group has announced an agreement to acquire 100 per cent of the share capital of KWC Professional – formerly known as Franke Water Systems – and its subsidiaries.
This acquisition marks a major milestone in DELABIE’s growth, strengthening its position as the European market leader in the field of tapware and sanitary equipment for public and commercial buildings.
Following this acquisition, nearly 70 per cent of DELABIE’s revenue will be generated outside France. The deal will enable DELABIE to significantly expand its market presence, particularly in Germany, Austria, Switzerland, the Middle East, the Nordics, and the United Kingdom.
Completion of the acquisition is expected to close during the third quarter of 2025.
Luc Delabie, Co-CEO of DELABIE Group, said: “We are delighted to welcome KWC Professional into our family-owned group. With this acquisition, we are creating a strong pan-European player, ideally positioned to support our clients in all their projects by offering even more innovative and sustainable solutions."
Marten van der Mei, CEO of KWC Professional, said: “The combination with DELABIE marks a milestone in the history of our company. We share the same values, a culture of quality, and a forward-looking industrial vision. Joining our forces opens a new and promising chapter – for both our customers, which can continue to rely on our high-quality service offering and their trusted points of contact, as well as our people.”
