Global technology leader for fuel cell turbo compressors

Deal Flash

FISCHER Spindle Group AG (FISCHER) has agreed on a global cooperation between FISCHER Fuel Cell Compressor AG (FFCC) and WEICHAI Power Company Limited (WEICHAI).

FISCHER is a global specialist in precise, fast and powerful rotation. It is the technology leader in precision spindle manufacturing, milling heads and air compressors for fuel cell technology. As a partner of the most prominent machine builders and end users, FISCHER serves the key global markets.

FISCHER and WEICHAI are looking forward to a long-term cooperation with the goal of global technology leadership in the field of turbo compressors. In the future, fuel cells will play a more important role than ever on the road to zero-emission transportation and in energy generation. With Oaklins, we had the ideal M&A advisor at our side. Particularly during these exceptional times, we were able to rely on their high level of professionalism and individual advice, which made this very important project a success for us. DR. TOBIAS MOSER, CEO AND CO-OWNER, FISCHER SPINDLE GROUP AG, SWITZERLAND

Oaklins played a major role in facilitating this deal

Oaklins’ team in Switzerland supported the owners and the management of FISCHER during the entire sale process as exclusive M&A advisor. This included preparing the sale documents, identifying and approaching potential buyers, supervising the buy-side due diligence, as well as negotiating with several parties and giving support up to the signing and closing of the transaction.

Talk to our advisors