Bellmer GmbH, a leading international supplier of paper and board machinery, has successfully acquired Cellwood Machinery AB, which now works under the name Bellmer Cellwood. 

 

After signing the agreement in mid-September 2025 and completing all required steps, Bellmer officially closed the deal at the end of October 2025. As a result, both companies can now work together more closely.

 

“This is an important step for both companies,” said Martin Kollmar, President of Bellmer GmbH. “Moreover, we are proud to welcome Cellwood, now Bellmer Cellwood, into the Bellmer Group. Also, their expertise in dispersing systems and eco-friendly recycling technology will make our global position stronger. In addition, it will improve the value we deliver to our customers.”

 

Bellmer Cellwood, with subsidiaries in Germany, Canada, and China, as well as sales and service teams in Vietnam and India, now works as part of the Bellmer Group. Meanwhile, the integration process is already happening. Also, the focus is on continuity, innovation, and customer satisfaction.

 

Henrik Lefvert, Managing Director of Bellmer Cellwood, said: “We are excited to start this new chapter as part of the Bellmer family. Together, we will keep driving innovation and provide high-quality solutions to the global pulp, paper, and bioenergy industry. For example, we will make systems that are more efficient and more sustainable for our customers.”

 

Cellwood has played an important part in the development of the modern pulp and paper industry. The company is the world leading supplier of dispersing systems, which are used in the process of recycling paper waste into new paper. More than 700 system installations have been delivered to paper mills all over the world. 

 

Cellwood’s product and brand portfolio includes Metrans, known for its conveying and handling solutions, the Grubbens Pulper, and the Algas Microfilter. All products are known for their energy efficiency, improved paper quality, and sustainable resource utilization The company’s strict specialization allows for an intensive research and development within the field . In the head office in Sweden a complete set of Cellwood machines is installed in a state-of-the-art pilot plant – which is available for customer trials and training.

 

Cellwood Machinery AB will also strengthen Bellmer’s international presence through its subsidiaries in Germany, Canada, and China, and through service and sales professionals in Vietnam and India.

 

Bellmer is an international high-tech mechanical engineering company that designs, builds, and delivers high-quality machines in two areas:

 

- Paper Technology: Machines for packaging paper and board

- Separation Technology: Water and sludge treatment solutions

 

Founded in Germany in 1842, this family-owned company employs more than 850 people at 16 locations in 10 countries. Additionally, Bellmer continues to grow worldwide and support customers everywhere.