#Recycling / Circular Economy

2025-01-30

ANDRITZ acquires recycling technology specialist ATN Engineering

International technology group ANDRITZ has acquired ATN Engineering B.V., a Dutch company specializing in advanced recycling technologies. This strategic acquisition strengthens ANDRITZ’s position as a global leader in recycling solutions by adding ATN’s state-of-the-art degassing and de-oiling systems to its portfolio.

ATN Engineering is recognized as an innovator in the recycling sector with its unique drill head system, which enables the safe and efficient removal of hazardous oil and gas from end-of-life refrigerators. The company also supplies feeding logistics and equipment for the recycling of industrial coolers, air conditioning equipment, and heat pumps. ATN provides engineering, manufacturing, installation, commissioning and servicing of recycling equipment. To date, the company has delivered more than 200 degassing units worldwide.

Thomas Gemeiner, Vice President, Recycling at ANDRITZ © 2025 ANDRITZ

Thomas Gemeiner, Vice President, Recycling at ANDRITZ commented:

“This acquisition is another significant step forward for our recycling offering. By integrating ATN Engineering’s expertise and proprietary technology, we now cover all critical process steps in refrigerator recycling from a single source. This strengthens our leading position in the area and our ability to provide our customers with comprehensive turnkey solutions. We are very pleased to welcome the ATN team to our group.”

With this acquisition, ANDRITZ not only expands its technology portfolio but also underscores its commitment to advancing the circular economy through innovative, sustainable solutions. In addition to refrigerator recycling, the ANDRITZ Recycling team focuses on key growth areas such as e-scrap recycling, battery recycling, and waste-to-energy systems.

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