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Acquisition of Eisai Machinery approved Bosch Packaging Technology extends pharmaceutical inspection competence

Bosch Packaging Technology continues to grow: Bosch finalized the acquisition of the machinery business companies (hereafter Eisai Machinery) of Eisai Machinery Co., Ltd., one of the leading Japanese pharmaceutical companies based in Tokyo.

The transaction has been approved by the antitrust authorities without further restrictions. The entire share and equity interest of Eisai Machinery is transferred to the Bosch Group. Eisai's machinery business is specialized in the manufacture, sales and export of inspection equipment as well as pharmaceutical machinery and packaging materials. In 2010, Eisai Machinery generated sales of around 76 million euros (8.6 bn JPY).

Inspection technology from Eisai Machinery is used for liquid and solid pharmaceuticals, such as ampoules, syringes, vials and tablets. Solutions offered range from basic inspection solutions to fully automated high-performance systems. Eisai Machinery has installed more than 1,000 inspection machines worldwide. “Adding these competencies to our portfolio further enhances our position as full-range provider to the pharmaceutical industry”, said Friedbert Klefenz, President of Bosch Packaging Technology. “We will quickly merge our expertise and expand our presence globally.”

Joachim Baczewski, President of Bosch Packaging Technology in Japan added: “The combined product portfolio, know-how and experience of Bosch Packaging Technology and Eisai Machinery will form a solid basis for the provision of a comprehensive range of innovative solutions to our customers.“

Common interest for safe pharmaceuticals
“We contribute to the safety of pharmaceutical products used by patients worldwide,” said Kenji Hanawa, President of Eisai Machinery Co., Ltd. “With Bosch we have found a partner who shares our vision.” Eisai Machinery has developed automatic inspection machines which are able to detect particles and identify incorrect filling levels and smallest cracks in glass which are invisible to the human eye. This enables the quick detection and amendment of production errors. With the incorporation, Bosch is able to guarantee highest safety and quality standards and is well prepared for future challenges.

Eisai Machinery consists of four subsidiaries with 120 associates: Eisai Machinery Co., Ltd. (Japan), Eisai Machinery U.S.A. Inc. (North America), Eisai Machinery GmbH (Germany) and Eisai Machinery Shanghai Co., Ltd (China). All locations will be integrated into the worldwide Bosch network. The incorporation will be underlined by joint trade-fair appearances at upcoming international shows, including Interphex New York/USA (booth 3121), FCE Pharma in São Paulo/Brazil (booth M26) Interphex in Tokyo/Japan (Hall 3 booth 5-46), Achema in Frankfurt/Germany (hall 3.1 booth C70/72) and Chinapharm in Shanghai/China.
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