Headwall Photonics Acquires EVK DI Kerschhaggl

Deal News | Jan 17, 2025 | CEE Legal Matters

Headwall Photonics, a US-based company specializing in spectral imaging solutions and optical components, has completed the acquisition of EVK DI Kerschhaggl, an Austria-headquartered firm. EVK is known for its sensor-based sorting and inspection technologies utilized in a variety of sectors, including recycling and pharmaceuticals. Schoenherr provided legal counsel to Headwall Photonics during this transaction, with their team comprising several partners and associates. BPV Huegel represented the sellers in this acquisition, with a team that similarly consisted of experienced partners and attorneys.

Sectors

Spectral Imaging
Sensor Technology
Legal Services

Geography

United States – Headwall Photonics is based in the United States, where it develops its spectral imaging solutions.
Austria – EVK DI Kerschhaggl is headquartered in Austria, and BPV Huegel provided legal advice from their Austrian office.

Industry

Spectral Imaging – Headwall Photonics operates within the spectral imaging sector, providing solutions for various applications such as remote sensing and industrial machine vision.
Sensor Technology – EVK DI Kerschhaggl specializes in sensor-based technologies for sorting and inspection, relevant to industries like recycling, mining, and pharmaceuticals.
Legal Services – Legal advisory services were provided by Schoenherr and BPV Huegel during this acquisition.

Financials

Participants

Name	Role	Type	Description
Headwall Photonics	Acquirer	Company	A US-based company part of the Headwall Group, specializing in spectral imaging solutions.
EVK DI Kerschhaggl	Target Company	Company	An Austria-headquartered firm focusing on sensor-based sorting and inspection technologies.
Schoenherr	Legal Advisor for Acquirer	Company	Provided legal counsel to Headwall Photonics for the acquisition.
BPV Huegel	Legal Advisor for Seller	Company	Advised the sellers during the acquisition process.