Detergent manufacturer Christeyns UK has purchased a further 50% stake to become the sole owner of Warrington food hygiene specialists Klenzan.
With over 25 years experience, Klenzan is one of the most trusted manufacturers of industrial hygiene solutions in the UK. Experts in detergent and disinfectant manufacture, Klenzan uses its innovative chemistry and industry insight to manufacture, design, install and maintain cleaning solutions across the food, brewing and beverage, dairy and pharmaceutical industries.
In 2012 Bradford-based Christeyns UK purchased an initial stake in Klenzan, providing growth opportunities for both parties. Christeyns have now purchased the remaining shares in the company from outgoing Managing Director and founder John Bell who retires in March. Klenzan is a natural addition to the Christeyns group and will strengthen the firms current position in the food hygiene market across both the UK and Europe.
Christeyns Chief Executive Officer Alain Bostoen confirmed the benefits of the acquisition: Over the past four years we have developed an excellent partnership with John and the team at Klenzan. The time is now right to bring Klenzan into the Christeyns family and take the company into its next stage of development.
He continued: "Developing our presence in the food hygiene industry is a key strategic focus and dovetails with our European aspirations and plans. We are really excited about working with the Klenzan team and helping develop their extensive product range.
Mr. Bell said of the deal: Christeyns expertise and financial strength make them the ideal company to take Klenzan to the next stage in its evolution. I am a little sad but immensely proud to be handing the reins over to Christeyns who have become true friends as well as business partners since we first met, but the time has come for me to take things a little easier."
For further information visit www.christeyns.com; www.klenzan.co.uk