The $70bn merger of Praxair and Linde has moved another step closer after receiving conditional approval in Brazil, one of the regional markets where the deal was thought to be under particular scrutiny.
Hydrogen (H2) and fuel cell company Plug Power has acquired American Fuel Cell – a premier developer of Membrane Electrode Assembly (MEA) technology, the key catalyst for fuel cells to create power.
A-Gas has completed the acquisition of European refrigerant business Arthur Friedrichs Kältemittel (AFK), following receipt of all regulatory approvals.
Messer has bought BUSE Gaz S.R.L in Romania with effect from 4th May.
Air Liquide has acquired French start-up company EOVE to reinforce its expertise in home ventilation for chronic respiratory failure.
Finnish industrial machinery company Metso has signed an agreement to acquire the valve automation division of the India-based valve technology company Rotex Manufacturers and Engineers Pvt. Ltd (RMEPL).
Carbonic Systems, Inc., a distributor of gases for the food and beverage sector, has been acquired by Airgas, Inc., an Air Liquide company.
The Austrian Antitrust Court has approved VTG Aktiengesellschaft’s acquisition of the Nacco Group subject to the fulfilment of conditions.
Germany’s Federal Cartel Office has today approved VTG Aktiengesellschaft’s acquisition of the Nacco Group subject to compliance with certain conditions. A corresponding decision of the Austrian antitrust court is expected before the Easter holidays.
