In a strategic move to consolidate its technological leadership, Aerzen—a globally recognized manufacturer of blowers, compressors, and turbos—has finalized the acquisition of GPE Turbo, a Leipzig-based specialist in high-performance turbo solutions. This acquisition, announced on November 28, 2025, significantly enhances Aerzen’s capabilities in the process gas industry and reinforces its position as an innovation driver in the energy, steel, and industrial sectors.
The integration of GPE Turbo into the Aerzen Group enables a substantial expansion of its product portfolio, particularly in high-pressure and high-volume applications. The combined expertise now offers turbo compressors capable of handling pressures up to 300 bar and volume flows of up to 300,000 m³/h, serving critical industries such as oil and gas, steel production, power generation, and chemical processing. Additionally, the acquisition extends Aerzen’s offerings in low-pressure turbo solutions, with volume flows now reaching 100,000 m³/h—benefitting sectors like wastewater management, mining, and vapour compression.
GPE Turbo brings decades of specialized experience in customised turbo solutions, particularly in green technologies including hydrogen applications. Its in-house R&D capabilities and agile manufacturing processes allow for rapid adaptation to market needs. The merger also combines both companies’ global sales and service networks, ensuring broader customer access to advanced, energy-efficient technologies.
Klaus Peter Glöckner, Managing Director of Aerzen Worldwide, emphasized the alignment in vision between the two firms: ‘Aerzen and GPE Turbo share the same DNA, values, and drive. Together, we will elevate the industry through innovation, quality, and customer-centric solutions.’ Ralf Stephani of GPE Turbo echoed this sentiment, highlighting the potential for worldwide distribution of their tailored turbo systems through Aerzen’s established global network.
Since its founding in 1864, Aerzen has been at the forefront of gas conveyance and compression technology. This acquisition marks a new chapter in its history, enhancing its ability to set new benchmarks in performance, efficiency, and reliability while supporting global industrial transitions toward sustainable energy solutions.