Pira International bought by the Smithers Group

Pira International bought by the Smithers Group

Pira International has been bought the Smithers Group which integrates science, technology and business expertise and offers testing, consulting, information and compliance services in various defined marketplaces.

Based in Leatherhead, Pira is a provider of independent, knowledge-based information and testing services to clients in print and paper industries and their supply chains. Founded in 1930 and most recently owned by BASF, Pira employs approximately 120 people at five bases in the UK and the US.  

“Pira represents a tremendous strategic fit for Smithers,” said Michael Hochschwender, president and CEO of the Smithers Group. “We have long respected the Pira organisation and we are excited about what this acquisition means for our clients.”