Bellmer GmbH, a leading international supplier of paper and board machinery, announces the acquisition of Swedish-based Cellwood Machinery AB, an internationally renowned manufacturer of systems for wastepaper recycling and bioenergy pre-treatment.
Cellwood has played an important part in the development of the modern pulp and paper industry. The company is the world leading supplier of dispersing systems, which are used in the process of recycling paper waste into new paper. More than 700 system installations have been delivered to paper mills all over the world. Each delivery is specifically designed with regard to the customer’s process, and every business relationship is characterized by close collaboration on testing, installation, commissioning and service in the form of maintenance and spare parts.
Additionally, Cellwood’s product and brand portfolio includes Metrans, known for its conveying and handling solutions, the Grubbens Pulper, and the Algas Microfilter. All products are known for their energy efficiency, improved paper quality, and sustainable resource utilization The company’s strict specialization allows for an intensive research and development within the field. In the head office in Sweden a complete set of Cellwood machines is installed in a state-of-the-art pilot plant – which is available for customer trials and training.
“This acquisition aligns perfectly with our vision to deliver innovative and sustainable solutions to the paper industry,” said Martin Kollmar, President of Bellmer GmbH. “We are excited to welcome Cellwood’s expertise and commitment into our group.” Cellwood Machinery AB will also strengthen Bellmer’s international presence through its subsidiaries in Germany, Canada, and China, and through service and sales professionals in Vietnam and India.
The acquisition was agreed upon in mid-September 2025 following a structured and transparent process. The closing is expected by the end of October 2025. The former owners selected Bellmer due to the strong alignment between both family-owned companies and their shared long-term strategic outlook.
“We are proud to become part of the Bellmer Group,” said Henrik Lefvert, Managing Director of Cellwood Machinery AB. “Bellmer’s values and long-term perspective mirror our own, and we are confident that this partnership will bring new opportunities for our customers and employees worldwide.”
About Bellmer Group:
Bellmer is an international high-tech mechanical engineering company that designs, manufactures and implements high-class machines in two divisions: The Paper Technology division concentrates on packaging paper and board machines, while the Separation Technology division focuses on water and sludge treatment solutions. Founded in Germany in1842, the family-owned company employs more than 850 people at 16 locations in 10 countries.
