Salzgitter Group has agreed to sell Klöckner DESMA Elastomertechnik GmbH to German-French industrial group NAME & MAWI Partners (NMP), marking another step in its strategic portfolio transformation.Based in Fridingen, Germany, Klöckner DESMA manufactures advanced injection moulding machines used in the production of rubber and silicone components. The company serves customers across several industrial markets with specialised machinery and manufacturing technology.
Salzgitter said the divestment followed a detailed strategic review and supports the implementation of its “Salzgitter AG 2030” strategy. The steelmaker is restructuring its business portfolio to strengthen long-term competitiveness while creating sustainable growth opportunities for its subsidiaries.
Under NMP’s ownership, DESMA is expected to gain a clearer platform for future development, international expansion and technological innovation. Salzgitter also believes the transaction will provide positive long-term prospects for the company and its employees.The acquisition is scheduled to close in autumn 2026, subject to the required conditions. Financial details of the deal have not been disclosed by either party.
