ITT’s Svanehøj business announced the acquisition of Köhler & Hörter GmbH (KOHO) on November 18, 2025, adding a long‑standing compressor manufacturer to its portfolio.
KOHO, founded in 1948 and still family‑owned, specializes in high‑quality reciprocating compressors for process gases, hydrogen, and aggressive gases used in shipbuilding. While the financial terms of the deal were not disclosed, KOHO’s size is modest compared with Svanehøj’s 2024 sales of roughly $160 million.
The transaction expands ITT’s end‑to‑end gas‑handling capabilities by combining KOHO’s compressor technology with Svanehøj’s cryogenic pumps and tank‑control systems. The result is a comprehensive solution for handling liquefied and gaseous fuels, positioning ITT to serve the rapidly growing marine and energy‑transition markets that demand efficient compression of LNG, ammonia, and hydrogen.
The acquisition fits neatly into ITT’s broader transformation toward higher‑growth, higher‑margin businesses. It complements recent product launches such as the VIDAR motor and Geo‑Pad brake materials, and supports ITT’s goal of delivering mission‑critical solutions across transportation, industrial, and energy sectors.
CEO Søren Kringelholt said the deal will allow Svanehøj to offer high‑quality compressors and spare parts, leveraging KOHO’s specialist know‑how and attractive product portfolio while combining it with ITT’s supply‑chain and sales strengths to unlock new opportunities.
While the deal value remains undisclosed, the strategic fit is clear: integrating KOHO’s compressor expertise will broaden product range, enhance technical capabilities, and strengthen competitive edge in a market expected to grow significantly over the next decade.
The acquisition also supports ITT’s broader strategy of expanding in the gas‑solutions market, driven by decarbonization and hydrogen initiatives. By adding compressor technology, ITT can better serve customers in the marine sector transitioning to low‑carbon fuels such as LNG, ammonia, and hydrogen.
The deal follows Svanehøj’s earlier acquisition of European Pump Services B.V. in January 2025, marking a pattern of strategic expansion to broaden service and product offerings.
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