Valmet to buy UK valve maker Severn Group for $480M, closing in early 2026.

Valmet Oyj has agreed to acquire UK-based industrial valve company Severn Group from Bluewater for $480 million, expected to close in early 2026. The deal includes Severn’s three divisions—Severn Glocon, ValvTechnologies, and LB Bentley—and strengthens Valmet’s Flow Control business, which serves refining, chemicals, mining, and renewable energy sectors. Severn, with over 60 years of experience, has an estimated 2025 net sales of €215 million and employs around 950 people across the UK, USA, and India. The acquisition supports Valmet’s strategy to expand beyond biomaterials, enhance global reach, and improve service capabilities. Financing is secured, and Valmet’s gearing is projected to rise to below 50% by 2030, within its target range.