VAUDE acquires sports & technical industry Edelrid
02 Mar '06
2 min read
Two successful companies, both with headquarters and production facilities in Germany, having reached a highly-established position on the world market through the launching of a number of cutting-edge innovations, will now join forces:
VAUDE has recently acquired the company Edelrid (Edelmann + Ridder GmbH & Co. KG). Edelrid first made a name for itself as a manufacturer of high quality cordage for mountain sports, technical industry and operational safety. Albrecht von Dewitz, VAUDE´s CEO, explains, "The Company Edelrid allows us to expand our product portfolio even further, substantiating our position as the leading outfitter for mountain sports equipment." VAUDE places great value on maintaining the brand Edelrid, as well as the companies location in Isny, in southern Germany, with nearly 100 employees working there.
The two companies, VAUDE and Edelrid, are located close to each other and are joined by far more than just their proximity. Edelrid, the specialist for climbing equipment, specifically manufacturing ropes and climbing harnesses, further rounds out VAUDE´s product pallet, which comprises performance clothing, tents, backpacks, climbing hardware, and cooking and hydration systems.
The success of both businesses is solidly based on an outstanding pioneering and innovative spirit that continually sets new standards for the entire outdoor industry. In order to ensure that this spirit continues to thrive in the future as well, VAUDE will work closely together with the strong management team positioned around Martin Korte, Managing Director, and Markus Wanner, Assistant Vice President; A successful group that will also continue to manage the VAUDE daughter, Edelrid.
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