ITT Inc’s Svanehoj is expanding its expertise in gas solutions with the acquisition of Germany’s Köhler & Hörter GmbH (Koho Kompressorsysteme), a family-owned company specializing in high-quality compressors for a wide range of industries, including shipbuilding.

In recent years, Svanehoj has expanded its position as a supplier of marine pumps, tank control systems, and related service solutions. The acquisition of Koho Kompressorsysteme represents the next strategic step for Svanehoj in the gas segment as the global gas tanker market continues to grow. Koho employs approximately 40 people in Hagen, Germany, and specializes in the design and manufacture of customer-specific reciprocating compressor systems for hydrogen, hydrocarbons, and other demanding gas applications. Their product range also includes gastight bulkhead shaft penetrations for industrial facilities and shipbuilding.

“This is a logical expansion for Svanehoj in the gas tanker segment, where we have delivered cargo pump systems and integrated services to LPG- and LNG carriers for many years,” said Søren Kringelholt Nielsen, CEO of Svanehoj. “By acquiring Koho, we can now include high-quality compressors and related spare parts in offerings to our customers. Koho adds specialist know-how and an attractive product portfolio. When combined with Svanehoj's and ITT's strengths in supply chain and sales, we believe we can unlock new opportunities that will strengthen and expand the company in the future."

This is Svanehoj's second this year this year. In January 2025, Svanehoj completed the acquisition of European Pump Services BV, now Svanehoj EPS, a Dutch company specializing in the integration and service of pump solutions for the Benelux industrial, offshore, and maritime sectors.