hubergroup will merge its two German companies Michael Huber München and Hostmann-Steinberg into a new hubergroup Deutschland, resulting in a reduction in staff numbers.
According to the company the merger of its two largest entities in Europe will result in redundant structures being eliminated. In addition, the two producing factories in Celle and Munich will be organised along specific product lines, with the hope that the focus on specific market segments will increase response times to improve customer satisfaction.
hubergroup will also bolster its market presence in Switzerland it can adjust to regional requirements. Stehlin+Hostag AG and the recently acquired AMRA Farben AG in Rapperswil-Jona will merge to hubergroup Schweiz and service the Swiss market entirely from Rapperswil-Jona. Due to its close-down, the Swiss site in Lachen will have to bear the major burden, while the German sites will only see minor cuts.
‘The upcoming steps are means to ensure sustainable business in a highly competitive market. Shortly after arranging re-financing under improved conditions, our financially solid company now focuses on long-term organisational layout so we will be ready for the future,’ explained Heiner Klokkers, Member of the Board of MHM Holding GmbH. ‘As a reliable partner to our customers, quality and service is of highest priority to us. We will continue to set the standard as a supplier of printing inks, printing varnishes and printing products that meet the highest demands,’ he said. ‘To ensure all this, we will substantially improve the efficiency of our processes.’
