Esau & Hueber joins Bühler

Uzwil, Switzerland | Swiss technology group Bühler is pleased to announce the acquisition of Esau & Hueber, a German company specializing in individual solutions in hygienic process and fermentation technology in the beverage, food, pharmaceutical, and biotechnology sectors.

The acquisition enhances Bühler’s malting, brewery, and sustainable protein businesses, expanding the company’s expertise and capacity in these areas while multiplying the reach of Esau & Hueber’s technology across Bühler’s global network.

“This acquisition aligns perfectly with our long-term strategic objectives,” said Johannes Wick, CEO of Grains & Food business at Bühler. “By leveraging Esau & Hueber's strengths in brewery and sustainable protein areas, we can provide superior solutions to our customers in these sectors.” This strategic acquisition is set to fill technological gaps and strengthen Bühler's position as an industry innovator.

Esau & Hueber is an independently managed manufacturer with 42 employees and supports its clients in all project phases. It designs and builds high-tech facilities and develops advanced processing technology. Esau & Hueber holds strong expertise in yeast and fermentation management, as well as automation. Esau & Hueber will continue to operate from its home in Schrobenhausen.

Bühler Group is a global leading technology company in the fields of food, feed, and mobility. Among its areas of expertise, it provides customers worldwide with cutting-edge solutions in malting and brewing. Its technology covers the entire process, from raw material processing to producing the finest malt and beer. Additionally, Bühler’s technology can monitor product quality with advanced sensors and automate the production process with digital services.

The integration of Esau & Hueber will commence immediately, with specialized teams from both companies working closely to ensure a seamless integration process.