Acquisition in the Nordics: wienerberger strengthens position in water management

• wienerberger acquires NEWS Group – a leading provider of sustainable wastewater solutions in Sweden and the broader Nordic region
• Strengthening our position in a market fueled by rising demand for sustainable, decentralized wastewater solutions due to new regulatory requirements and the need to modernize aging infrastructure

Vienna – wienerberger, a leading international provider of innovative, ecological solutions for the entire building envelope – in the fields of new build and renovation, as well as infrastructure in water and energy management – announced the successful acquisition of the NEWS Group in Sweden. With a focus on Sweden and the broader Nordic region, NEWS Group is the leading provider of sustainable water management solutions for connecting individual homes to municipal sewage networks where traditional gravity solutions are ineffective.

Demand for these solutions is on the rise, especially due to new regulatory requirements for wastewater management in Sweden and many Nordic countries. Rural communities and remote vacation homes are increasingly required to comply with the same level of environmental standards as larger communities, including connections to public wastewater systems. In addition to the increasing connectivity rate, a significant share of existing wastewater infrastructure in Nordic countries will require renovation and replacement in the next years, providing sustainable growth opportunities for the group’s core brands SKT and FANN.

Heimo Scheuch, CEO of wienerberger, says: “The Nordic countries have become an increasingly valuable market for wienerberger due to their ambitious ESG agendas and stable business frameworks. Building on the successful acquisition of Slatek OY in Finland in 2024 and the formation of ULMO as part of our buy-and-build strategy in Norway, we now take another step in our value-accretive growth strategy. NEWS Group has built a strong reputation for its sustainable, high-end wastewater management systems. These solutions complement our existing portfolio and allow us to cover the full spectrum of wastewater needs. With this step, we enhance our exposure to this promising market, diversify our portfolio and invest in our contribution to a sustainable, healthy planet with clean water for future generations.”

The transaction remains subject to approval by the relevant authorities and the satisfaction of other conditions typical for a transaction of this nature. Both parties agreed not to disclose the purchase price.