A Danish manufacturer has acquired Dorset-based Ocean Marine Systems (OMS) as a subsidiary.
Hundested Propeller has made marine equipment for over a hundred years, supplying complete controllable pitch propulsion systems, marine gearboxes, thrusters and sail drive solutions. The firm said the purchase of Christchurch-based OMS will increase its range of thruster range and hydraulic cylinders.
The former owners of OMS, Daniel Wilson, Mark Barwell and Ian Crowden will continue the management in the UK in close cooperation with the Hundested organisation in Denmark
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Mark Barwell sales director for OMS said: "The ability to knowledge share between the two companies is an exciting opportunity for everyone. We have very complementary strengths and skills."
Dan Wilson, OMS managing director added: "There is already a very strong synergy and good communication between Hundested Propeller and OMS. We are firmly convinced that through this new ownership, we can give our customers the certainty and security of supply by leveraging the infrastructure and best working practices now available to us."
Morten Madsen chief executive of Hundested Propeller commented: "We are impressed with all we have seen, and we are very much looking forward to uniting our resources, knowledge, and competencies to provide a better propulsion offering to our customers."
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