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Rieter Completes Barmag Acquisition, Emerges as Global Leader Across Natural and Synthetic Fibres

• By  Textile Excellence
• February 03, 2026

Rieter has successfully completed the acquisition of Barmag on February 2 2026, marking a strategic expansion that positions the Swiss group as the world’s leading system provider for both natural and manmade fibres. Barmag has been integrated into the Rieter Group as a dedicated Man-Made Fiber division, significantly strengthening capabilities in filament and synthetic fibre technologies.

The acquisition enhances Rieter’s reach across the global fibre and yarn value chain, combining staple fibre spinning expertise with advanced filament processing solutions. Rieter operates 18 production locations across ten countries and employs around 4,400 people globally. Asia remains a key growth region, accounting for more than 60% of global textile machinery demand, making the integration particularly relevant for long term expansion.

Barmag management will continue under Georg Stausberg, who will report to Rieter Chief Executive Officer Thomas Oetterli and join the Group Executive Committee. The transaction was financed through a capital increase completed in October 2025, long term bank loans and strengthened credit facilities. Industry experts see the move accelerating automation, digitisation and sustainability solutions across textile manufacturing, reinforcing Rieter’s leadership at a time of structural change in global fibre markets.

The acquisition enhances Rieter’s reach across the global fibre and yarn value chain, combining staple fibre spinning expertise with advanced filament processing solutions. Rieter operates 18 production locations across ten countries and employs around 4,400 people globally. Asia remains a key growth region, accounting for more than 60% of global textile machinery demand, making the integration particularly relevant for long term expansion.