13.3.2018

Gardner Denver – Acquisition of Runtech Systems Oy

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We acted as local counsel for Gardner Denver Holdings Inc. in its acquisition of Runtech Systems Oy. We advised Gardner Denver in employment and HR related aspects of the transaction.

Gardner Denver Holdings Inc. (NYSE: GDI) is a leading global provider of mission-critical flow control and compression equipment.

Runtech Systems Oy is a leading global manufacturer of turbo vacuum technology systems and optimization solutions for use in a variety of process-oriented industrial end markets. Runtech Systems Oy will become a part of Gardner Denver’s Industrials Segment.

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