ECJ EUROPEAN Cleaning Journal

Hygiene paper manufacturer WEPA Group, which has its headquarters in Germany, is to acquire the majority share in MPH1865 in France - which produces hygiene paper and soap for the away-from-home market.

The aim is to further internationalise WEPA's presence in the away-from-home market. MPH1865's industrial site network will be fully maintained and its president Marc Miribel will remain with the business in the south of France.

Andreas Krengel, chief commercial officer of the WEPA Group explained: "By joining forces with MPH1865 we will create additional value for our national and international customers: broader expertise and more innovative product solutions."

CEO Martin Krengel added: "We are looking forward to further growth in France and to expand our Franco-German cooperation. As family businesses, MPH1865 and WEPA share the same values and think beyond generations - it is a perfect fit."

President and CEO of MPH1865 Marc Miribel concluded: "This partnership is an important step to ensure our company's future: this way we can strengthen local production, secure industrial capacity and further develop the professional hygiene market in France."