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Arri Acquires Claypaky

Claypaky, which is based in Seriate, Italy, will maintain its brand, staff structure and current locations.

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Pictured: Matthias Erb, Ph.D., of Arri (left) and Marcus Graser of Claypaky.




Arri has announced its acquisition of lighting manufacturer Claypaky from Ams Osram.




“With Claypaky as part of our corporate group, Arri will become a leading lighting-solutions provider with top brands for both the motion-picture and live-entertainment markets,” says Matthias Erb, Ph.D., chairman of the Arri Executive Board. “The expertise, passion and dedication to lighting that distinguishes both companies also demonstrates that we are well matched.”




Marcus Graser, CEO of Claypaky, adds, “We’re very happy to be joining the Arri family. Both companies have deep market knowledge, innovation power and customer understanding, and we also share a rich heritage and an unconditional passion for technology and innovation.”




Claypaky, which is based in Seriate, Italy, will maintain its brand, staff structure and current locations.




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