Acquisition in the German Heat Treat Industry
Over the past few years commercial heat treater “HÄRTHA GROUP” of Alsdorf, Germany has been growing by “leaps and bounds” through acquisitions. This press release tells of the company recently making another acquisition, this one being a Dutch heat treater by the name of “Pontus”. With this acquisition the company now has 13 locations around Europe, making them a very substantial player in the European commercial heat treat market. (One of the attached photos shows “Gord Montgomery” of “The Monty” along with Sven Killmer, CEO of HÄRTHA GROUP at their Aldenhoven, Germany location a few years back).
“With Pontus Heat Treatment B.V., the HÄRTHA GROUP is expanding its presence and expertise in the strategic core segment of heat treatment and coating solutions for aerospace, the semiconductor industry, and other technically demanding applications.
With Pontus, the HÄRTHA GROUP is expanding its presence and expertise in the strategic core segment of heat treatment and coating solutions for aerospace, the semiconductor industry, and other technically demanding applications.
By acquiring the Dutch company Pontus, the HÄRTHA GROUP is continuing its ambitious growth strategy and strengthening its position as a leading European provider of heat treatment and coating technology. The transaction was successfully completed on September 29, 2025.
Pontus, headquartered in Enschede (NL), is a highly specialized service provider in the heat treatment and brazing of metallic components, with a particular focus on technically advanced solutions for the aerospace, defense and semiconductor industries. The company holds internationally recognized certifications such as NADCAP and EN9100, which guarantee the highest quality standards in safety-critical industries.
By joining the HÄRTHA GROUP, Pontus not only strengthens its strategic capabilities but also enables the customers of the entire group to benefit from even broader access to high-precision heat treatment processes—across Europe and within demanding supply chains.
“I am delighted to welcome the Pontus team to our HÄRTHA family. Pontus’ expertise in aerospace fits perfectly with our strategic focus and our commitment to always being where the highest standards of quality and safety are required. Together, we will shape the future of aerospace heat treatment—with technology, passion, and a clear focus on customer needs,” explains Sven Killmer, CEO of HÄRTHA GROUP.
Geert Wubben, Managing Director of Pontus, adds: “For us, joining the HÄRTHA family is a logical step. We share the same values, quality standards, and entrepreneurial spirit. As part of a strong European group, we can accelerate our technological development and provide even better service to our customers—without losing our identity.” Both companies share a deep understanding of safety-critical applications, longstanding customer relationships, and an uncompromising commitment to quality. By pooling their strengths, an excellent competence center for heat treatment processes in the aerospace sector is created—with sustainable growth potential and innovative strength.
The HÄRTHA GROUP currently operates 13 production sites in Germany, Italy, and the Netherlands, employing around 500 people. With more than 5,000 customers, the company is one of Europe’s leading providers of heat treatment and coating solutions. The investment in Pontus represents another step in consistently pursuing the group’s strategic direction: sustainable growth in future-relevant key industries.”
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