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Biesterfeld strengthens market position in Italy through full acquisition of two joint ventures
Biesterfeld is acquiring 100% of the shares in its Italian joint ventures Biesterfeld Polybass and Biesterfeld Polychem. With this, the Hamburg-based company is expanding its presence in a strategically important market and is banking on continuity in its leadership.
Biesterfeld, a distribution and services company in the areas of plastics, rubber, speciality chemicals and ingredients, has announced the full acquisition of its Italian joint ventures Biesterfeld Polybass and Biesterfeld Polychem. The companies had until now been run in a nearly 30-year partnership with Italian business partners.
“Italy has always been a strategically significant market for Biesterfeld,” emphasises Stephan Glander, CEO at Biesterfeld. “Together we have built a strong market position and created sustainable added value for our customers and partners.” At the same time, Glander paid tribute to the previous partners Paola Bassignana, Alfredo Sonzini and Giacomo Sonzini for their entrepreneurial foresight and their contribution to the development of the joint ventures. They will accompany the company until the end of 2026 in order to ensure a smooth transition.
Strategic importance of the Italian market
With the acquisition of the remaining shares, Biesterfeld is pursuing a clear growth strategy and plans to strengthen its market presence in Italy. The management of the two companies remains in place: Claudio Giorio will continue to serve as Managing Director of Biesterfeld Polybass, while Roberto Calvi retains his role as Head of Sales and Business Manager of Biesterfeld Polychem.
The Biesterfeld Group, which was founded in Hamburg in 1906, employs more than 1,200 people worldwide at over 50 locations and generated revenue of EUR 1.2 billion in the 2025 financial year. The company offers a broad product portfolio as well as technical consulting and services for industries such as plastics, rubber and speciality chemicals.
Continuity and growth potential
The acquisition is part of a long-term strategy that focuses on continuity and growth. “On this strong foundation we will build and further strengthen our presence in Italy as part of the Biesterfeld Group,” says Stephan Glander. With this decision, Biesterfeld underlines the importance of the Italian market and the role of the region for the company’s global expansion strategy.
