Brother Acquires Automation Division of Konrad Busche
Brother Internationale Industriemaschinen GmbH, a global leader in industrial sewing, has announced the acquisition of the automation division of the long-established Konrad Busche GmbH & Co. KG. This strategic move strengthens Brother’s capabilities in industrial automation and further positions the company as a comprehensive partner for the manufacturing industry.
Founded in 1950, Konrad Busche has long been recognised as a reliable and innovative provider of automation solutions, particularly for the automotive sector. By integrating Busche’s automation business, Brother combines its global experience in industrial manufacturing with Busche’s deep technological expertise in automation.
“This acquisition marks an important milestone in our strategic development,” says Jörg Haan, Managing Director, Brother Internationale Industriemaschinen GmbH. “The combination of Brother’s global presence and Busche’s proven expertise in automation creates significant added value for our customers worldwide.”
Under Brother’s ownership, Busche’s existing technologies and extensive know-how – especially in the automotive sector – will have optimal conditions to continue growing and to jointly set new standards in automation and sewing technology.
This acquisition represents a successful synergy between two trusted companies, which will now collaboratively develop tailored solutions for the manufacturing of tomorrow.
Strategic Background
As part of its mid-term business strategy for fiscal years 2025-2027, named CS B2027, Brother Group aims to strengthen profitability and increase long-term corporate value by accelerating the transformation of its business portfolio. In the industrial sewing segment, the Group is particularly focused on expanding the non-apparel sector as a core strategic pillar to generate stable profits and cash flow, with a specific emphasis on automotive applications such as air bags.
