Brookfield has agreed to acquire Fosber, a global manufacturer of high-speed corrugating machinery and industrial technology solutions for the packaging sector, in a transaction valued at approximately $900 million. The deal represents a carve-out from Guangdong Dongfang Precision and will be executed through Brookfield’s private equity strategy.
Founded in 1978 and headquartered in Lucca, Italy, Fosber designs and produces advanced corrugating equipment, aftermarket parts, maintenance services, and digital monitoring systems used by packaging and box-manufacturing companies worldwide. The company operates across Italy, the United States, and China, and has built a reputation for engineering innovation and strong customer support.
Brookfield said the acquisition aligns with its strategy of investing in industrial market leaders headquartered in Europe while leveraging its global platform to support operational expansion, digital transformation, and after-sales growth. The firm plans to provide scale and operating expertise as Fosber accelerates its technology roadmap and international presence.
The investment will be funded with approximately $480 million of equity capital through Brookfield Capital Partners, including an expected $170 million commitment from Brookfield Business Partners. The acquisition is subject to regulatory approvals and is expected to close in 2026.
Brookfield’s private equity group, which manages roughly $150 billion in AUM, has an extensive track record in industrials and manufacturing, including prior investments in Chemelex, Clarios, and GrafTech. The strategy focuses on European industrial champions with the potential to expand globally through operational transformation.
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“Fosber is a market-leading industrial technology business that provides vital products and services to the packaging industry. The transaction demonstrates our strategy of investing in industrial champions headquartered in Europe, and with Fosber’s extensive operations in the U.S. and Asia, the ability to draw on our global platform. We look forward to partnering with the Fosber team, bringing our operational expertise and scale to accelerate digital transformation and expand its after-sales and service offerings as it continues to grow worldwide.”
Anuj Ranjan, CEO, Brookfield Private Equity Group
