Hunter Douglas Acquires NBK Ceramic

Hunter Douglas, the specialist in window coverings and a major manufacturer of architectural products worldwide, has agreed to acquire NBK Ceramic.

Headquartered in Emmerich, Germany, NBK is a designer and manufacturer of large format terracotta facades, with a longstanding reputation for excellence in Europe.

NBK employs approximately 85 people and has projected sales in 2007 of USD 22 million. The company will continue to operate independently under its current management.

Aad Kuiper, managing director of Hunter Douglas Europe, said: ‘The acquisition of NBK strengthens our position in custom facades. NBK's terracotta facades are highly complementary with our current range of metal facades and sun-control products. NBK will add the warmth, flexibility, and durability of custom terracotta panels to that offering.’

‘Hunter Douglas has a long history of developing ventilated facades,’ added Hubertus Foyer, NBK's founder and CEO. ‘In joining the Hunter Douglas Group, NBK will strengthen the worldwide distribution of our products.’

Hunter Douglas plans to build additional NBK production facilities in Portugal, Asia, and Latin America in 2008.

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