GlobeNewswire·Nov 9, 2026, 4:30 PM ET

Aebi Schmidt Group enters into agreement to acquire OJ Watson, expanding the Group’s geographic reach and strengthening its municipal business in North America

Aebi Schmidt Holding AG announced an agreement to acquire 100% of O.J. Watson Equipment, a family-owned upfitter based in Denver, Colorado.
The acquisition provides Aebi Schmidt Group with its first direct presence in the Rocky Mountain region & strengthens its municipal business in North America.
O.J. Watson, which has over 100 years of history, generated approximately USD 28 million in revenue during its last fiscal year.
The company will integrate into Aebi Schmidt Group's Municipal business, offering customers direct access to snow control, sweeping, & road maintenance solutions.
Mark Eckrich will continue to lead O.J. Watson as Managing Director alongside his father, Dick Eckrich.
The transaction is expected to close before the end of 2026, subject to customary conditions.
The deal is projected to be accretive to earnings per share in the first year following the closing.