Core Insights - Brookfield has agreed to acquire Fosber, an Italian industrial technology supplier for the corrugated packaging industry, valuing the company at approximately $900 million [1] - The acquisition is a carve-out transaction from Guangdong Dongfang Precision and is pending regulatory approvals, with completion expected in 2026 [1] - Fosber, established in 1978, specializes in designing and building high-speed corrugating machines and offers spare parts, maintenance, and digital monitoring solutions globally [1] Financial Details - Brookfield plans to finance the acquisition through its Brookfield Capital Partners strategy, allocating $480 million in equity, which includes a $170 million investment from Brookfield Business Partners [2] - Brookfield Asset Management manages over $1 trillion across various sectors, with its private equity platform overseeing $150 billion [5] Strategic Context - Brookfield's private equity arm has a 20-year history of investing in industrial and manufacturing businesses, with previous investments including Chemelex, Clarios, and GrafTech [3] - The acquisition aligns with Brookfield's strategy of investing in European industrial leaders that can be repositioned as global operators [3][4] - Fosber's extensive operations in the US and Asia enhance Brookfield's global platform capabilities [4] Partnerships and Innovations - In November 2025, Fosber announced a partnership with FUJIFILM Integrated Inkjet Solutions to enhance print quality, operational flexibility, and sustainability in the corrugated packaging sector [4]