Type
Merger/Acquisition
Country
Germany
Region
Sachsen; Dresden; Bautzen
Location of affected unit(s)
Gnaschwitz (Bautzen)
Sector
Manufacturing
(24 - 25) Manufacture of metals
25.3 - Manufacture of weapons and ammunition
25.30 - Manufacture of weapons and ammunition

125 jobs
Number of planned job creations
Job creation
Announcement Date
4 August 2026
Employment effect (start)
4 August 2026
Foreseen end date

Description

Czechoslovak, a Czech defence conglomerate, announced the acquisition of the 57-hectare Gnaschwitz site in Landkreis Bautzen,from Maxam, a Spanish explosives manufacturer and ignition technology expert, which will result in the creation of up to 125 new jobs.

The company will invest €100 million to produce nitroglycerine and other energetic materials. The move follows CSG’s strategy to strengthen Europe’s munitions supply chain and support the availability of strategic energy materials. It represents a significant investment in Germany’s defence industry.

The company employs around 14,000 people worldwide.


Citation

Eurofound (2026), Czechoslovak , Merger/Acquisition in Germany, factsheet number 300833, European Restructuring Monitor. Dublin, https://dev.eurofound.europa.eu/restructuring-events/detail/300833.