Epta completes the acquisition of Hauser, creating a Group with over €2 billion in revenues
The Group reinforces its role as European leader in commercial refrigeration
Milan (Italy), Linz (Austria), 17th February 2026 – Following the press release issued on 17th July 2025, Epta S.p.A. (“Epta”), a global leader in commercial refrigeration, announces the closing of the acquisition of Hauser GmbH (“Hauser”), a renowned Austrian company with a strong presence in the DACH region and in the markets of Central and Eastern Europe, with an effective date scheduled for March 1st.
With the closing, Hauser officially becomes part of Epta Group, further strengthening its industrial and geographical presence across Europe. With the completion of the transaction, the combined Group now exceeds €2 billion in pro-forma annual consolidated revenues and reaches around 10,000 employees, reinforcing its position as European leader and a key global player in commercial refrigeration.
The Hauser brand will enrich Epta Group’s portfolio of strong and well-established products and services brands, complementing the value proposition with strong expertise in turnkey projects and value added services. The acquisition also brings geographic synergies in the DACH region and Central and South-Eastern Europe, supported by Hauser’s production plants in Austria and the Czech Republic.
The transaction enhances Epta Group’s position as an integrated solution provider, strengthening its ability to deliver complete, tailor-made solutions across the entire store life cycle, from design and production to installation and after-sales services.
Marco Nocivelli, CEO of Epta, stated:
“This operation marks a key milestone in Epta’s long-term strategy. Surpassing the €2 billion revenue threshold is a significant achievement that reflects the strength of our industrial model and further reinforces our leadership in Europe. By combining competencies, technologies and scale, we significantly enhance our ability to drive sustainable and digital innovation. The acquisition of Hauser further strengthens our offering along the full value chain and consolidates our leadership in natural refrigeration and energy-efficient solutions. Sustainability, innovation and digitalization are the foundations of our development, guided by a service-centric approach and fully aligned with our Purpose: Preserving our planet with conscious innovation. Together.”
Thomas Loibl, CEO of Hauser, added:
“Joining Epta marks a pivotal moment for our company. With a global partner that shares our core values, Hauser is well positioned to further consolidate its footprint while continuing to deliver long-term value to customers. This step strengthens our stability and creates new opportunities for sustainable growth and international expansion in an ever-evolving market—building on a shared commitment to innovation, quality, and customer focus.”