Brenntag Fortifies German Last-Mile Services with Acquisition of Advanced GSZ Kaiserslautern Toll-Manufacturer

Brenntag Fortifies German Last-Mile Services with Acquisition of Advanced GSZ Kaiserslautern Toll-Manufacturer

(IN BRIEF) Brenntag has acquired Gefahrstoffzentrum (GSZ) Kaiserslautern, a seasoned toll-manufacturer of hazardous-substance storage, mixing, blending, and logistics services, to enhance its Brenntag Essentials offerings in Central Europe. Founded in 2008, the Kaiserslautern plant meets top-tier German and EU safety standards and will augment Brenntag’s local capacity for last-mile operations in Germany. Leadership from both companies highlighted the strategic value: Brenntag gains future-ready processing capabilities and expert personnel, while GSZ leverages the global scale and resources of the market leader. The facility reported €10 million in sales for 2024. Financial details were not disclosed, and the deal was signed and closed simultaneously.

(PRESS RELEASE) ESSEN, 24-Jun-2025 — /EuropaWire/ — Brenntag [ISIN DE000A1DAHH0], the world’s foremost distributor of chemicals and ingredients, has acquired Gefahrstoffzentrum (GSZ) Kaiserslautern GmbH, a specialist in toll manufacturing, storage, and logistics of hazardous substances in South-West Germany. Established in 2008, the Kaiserslautern facility boasts advanced solid and liquid mixing, blending, filling, and storage capabilities fully compliant with stringent German and EU safety regulations.

By integrating GSZ’s cutting-edge infrastructure and expertise, Brenntag Essentials significantly bolsters its service portfolio across Central Europe. The acquisition not only expands last-mile service operations in Germany but also amplifies local value-added offerings—enabling regional customers to access high-quality mixing and blending as well as secure hazardous-material handling under the latest safety standards.

Benjamin Deister, Regional President Brenntag Essential EMEA Central, remarked that the site’s “state-of-the-art, future-proof capabilities and the GSZ team’s know-how represent a major enhancement to our German last-mile services. We’re eager to broaden our product range and deepen customer solutions in the region.” Echoing this sentiment, Dietmar Straub, CEO of Gefahrstoffzentrum Kaiserslautern, added, “Our 15-year legacy of safety, excellence, and customer focus aligns perfectly with Brenntag’s global ethos. Joining forces will unlock new horizons and deliver substantial value to Brenntag Germany.”

In 2024, the GSZ site generated approximately €10 million in sales. Financial terms of the transaction remain confidential, with signing and closing occurring concurrently.

About Brenntag:
Brenntag is the global market leader in chemicals and ingredients distribution. The company holds a central role in connecting customers and suppliers of the chemical industry. Headquartered in Essen, Germany, Brenntag has more than 18,100 employees worldwide and operates a network of around 600 sites in more than 70 countries. In 2024, Brenntag generated sales of 16.2 billion EUR. The two global divisions, Brenntag Essentials and Brenntag Specialties, provide a diversified and broad portfolio of industrial and specialty chemicals and ingredients as well as tailor-made application, marketing and supply chain solutions, technical and formulation support, comprehensive regulatory know-how, and digital solutions for a wide range of industries. Brenntag pursues an ambitious sustainability agenda and is committed to sustainable solutions in its own sector and the industries served. Brenntag shares have been listed at the Frankfurt Stock Exchange since 2010, in the DAX since September 2021. In addition, the Brenntag SE shares are listed in the DAX 30 ESG and DAX ESG Target. For more information, visit www.brenntag.com.

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SOURCE: Brenntag SE