Magirus acquires Achleitner to expand mission-critical vehicle portfolioAgreement signed to acquire Achleitner FahrzeugbauMagirus GmbH has signed an agreement to acquire Achleitner Fahrzeugbau GmbH. Magirus, an international manufacturer of firefighting and disaster control technology, said the transaction aims to expand its portfolio and strengthen its position in the market for mission-critical vehicles. The company said the deal combines Magirus’ expertise in firefighting technology with Achleitner’s experience in off-road and safety vehicles. Fire and rescue services operating in rural or mountainous regions could benefit from the combined capabilities of Magirus and Achleitner, particularly in areas where traditional firefighting vehicles face accessibility challenges. Procurement teams may also see new options in mission-critical vehicle design as Magirus integrates Achleitner’s off-road and defence-focused expertise into its portfolio.