Palfinger Takes Over Norwegian Bergen Group Dreggen

Western EuropeSpain ♦ Published: October 30, 2012; 13:29 ♦ (Vindobona)

The Austrian crane manufacturer today announced that it has agreed to take over Bergen Group Dreggen AS, a Norwegian producer of marine and offshore cranes and lifting equipment.

Palfinger Takes Over Norwegian Bergen Group Dreggen / Picture: © Palfinger

The transaction is subject to customary closing conditions, including approval from the Competition Authorities in Norway, and is expected to be closed by the end of November, Palfinger stated. Palfinger CEO Herbert Ortner is pleased with the most recent addition: “Dreggen is well-positioned and shares Palfinger’s high quality demands. The incorporation of this company into our…