MOGAS INDUSTRIES acquired by FLOWSERVE

JBT Corporation has completed the settlement of its voluntary takeover offer for Marel hf., acquiring 97.5% of the shares and initiating a compulsory acquisition for the remaining outstanding shares. The deal results in the formation of JBT Marel Corporation, a combined entity with a strengthened global footprint in food technology. The merger is designed to combine the complementary strengths of JBT (specializing in liquid food, beverage, and packaging technology) and Marel (specializing in protein processing and full-line food systems)

Crane has successfully finalized the acquisition of 100% of Technifab Products, integrating the entity into its Process Flow Technologies (PFT) segment. This strategic move follows a sequence of targeted investments in the cryogenics sector, designed to establish a comprehensive technical suite for high-growth end markets such as semiconductor and pharmaceutical manufacturing. The strategic rationale for the transaction centers on the convergence of the target’s specialized vacuum-insulated piping expertise with the group’s existing cryogenic valve and control capabilities

Senseca has acquired the entirety of Biral, a UK-based manufacturer of specialized meteorological sensors that measure visibility, weather conditions, and detect thunderstorm activity. The transaction aims to integrate complementary technologies into Senseca's existing portfolio of environmental measurement solutions. Initially, Biral will continue to operate under its own brand, with a gradual integration into the acquiring group's activities. The company brings a range of sensors used in operational applications where real-time weather data is utilized for safety and continuity management, particularly in airports, wind farms, road infrastructure, and industrial facilities

The management team of Segepo, led by its CEO, becomes the majority shareholder of the group. This capital reorganization, supported by Arkea Capital and Bpifrance, aims to secure the company's independence and finance its "Segepo 2028" strategic plan focusing on modernization and international growth.

Spectris plc has announced the acquisition of Piezocryst Advanced Sensorics from AVL List GmbH, as part of its strategy to bolster its precision measurement technology offerings and solidify its position in the advanced sensor market. Following the transaction, Piezocryst will be integrated into Spectris' Dynamics division and become part of the HBK (Hottinger Brüel & Kjær) business, which specializes in measurement, testing, and analysis solutions. The acquisition enables HBK to expand its product portfolio through Piezocryst's piezoelectric technologies, while strengthening its presence in the high-performance pressure and vibration sensor segments

Verder, a global technology leader in advanced pumping and scientific solutions, has announced the strategic acquisition of Sauermann, a prominent provider in the Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration (HVAC-R) market. This transaction, finalized in September 2024, significantly broadens Verder's industrial portfolio by integrating Sauermann’s niche expertise in air quality and fluid management.

IDEX Corporation has successfully completed the acquisition of 100% of Mott Corporation, integrating the entity into its Health & Science Technologies segment. This strategic transaction significantly scales the group's material science suite, providing a massive expansion into the high-value semiconductor and energy transition end markets. The strategic rationale centers on the convergence of the target's sintered porous media expertise with the group's existing precision fluidics and optical capabilities

Ardian has finalized a definitive agreement to sell 100% of its stake in Corob to Graco Inc., marking a strategic exit after a six-year holding period. Under the previous financial sponsorship, the target transitioned from a regional specialist into a global leader by focusing on technical innovation and geographic expansion into high-growth emerging markets. The strategic rationale for the acquisition centers on the acquirer's objective to reinforce its "Contractor" segment and diversify its fluid management portfolio with high-tech automated dispensing systems

Spectris plc has agreed to acquire 100% of Micromeritics Instrument Corporation. The acquisition, which constitutes a Class 2 transaction under UK Listing Rules, will be funded through existing cash and new external debt. Upon completion, Micromeritics will be integrated with Malvern Panalytical within the Spectris Scientific division. The strategic rationale is to create the global market leader in particle characterisation for advanced materials analysis. By combining Micromeritics’ expertise in surface area and porosity with Malvern Panalytical’s capabilities in size and distribution, Spectris will offer a fully integrated workflow from R&D to QC/QA

Thermo Fisher Scientific has finalized the acquisition of Olink Holding AB, an operation designed to fundamentally strengthen the group's capabilities in the high-growth proteomics market. The strategic rationale for this transaction centers on a "platform-complementarity" play, merging the target's industry-leading protein analysis technology with the group’s established leadership in mass spectrometry and life sciences instrumentation. This fusion effectively creates a specialized powerhouse in the protein biomarker discovery arena, providing the organization with the necessary technical operational depth to address the increasing demand for precision medicine solutions