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Enter, 1 December 2023 – Coulisse, a world-leading player in window coverings, will acquire Lienesch International BV in Haaksbergen, the Netherlands and Sensuna GmbH in Plauen, Germany effective January 1st, 2024. The takeovers will further strengthen Coulisse’s global position in the field of honeycomb and pleated textiles and systems in the interior shading market. The turnover of Coulisse is expected to increase to 200 million euros in 2024, with around 350 employees.
Complete honeycomb and pleated solution
The acquisitions bring together the long-standing knowledge and expertise of Coulisse, Lienesch, and Sensuna in developing and manufacturing a total solution of honeycomb and pleated fabrics, systems, and motorization. The extensive global network of distributors, assembly partners, and retailers of the three companies now has the convenience of sourcing a comprehensive product range from a single supplier. Christiaan Roetgering, CEO at Coulisse: “In line with our shared vision, our goal is to offer customers the ultimate total solution for honeycomb and pleated shades. This collaboration is a significant stride towards positioning Coulisse at the forefront of the window covering business with a particular focus on energy-efficient and future-proof solutions for smart homes and buildings worldwide.”
Lienesch fabric specialists
With over twenty years of experience, Lienesch has become a pioneering specialist in honeycomb and pleated fabrics since it was founded by Bennie Lienesch in 2001. Having started working together in 2011, the strategic collaboration between Coulisse and Lienesch has led to the launch of the energy-saving Honeycell® fabric collection. Thanks to excellent knowledge of textiles, continual innovation, and close relationships with the market, Lienesch offers high-quality and inspiring fabrics for interior shading. After the acquisition, the textile production facilities will remain in Haaksbergen, the Netherlands.
Bennie Lienesch, Founder of Lienesch: “We are thrilled to join forces with Coulisse as it opens up new opportunities for us in the global market. Combining our expertise in honeycomb and pleated fabrics with Coulisse’s proficiency in systems and smart automation creates a winning formula. We eagerly anticipate elevating our business to new heights.”
Sensuna system experts
To complete the honeycomb and pleated total solution, Coulisse will acquire Sensuna from owners Hartmut Knauth and Kathrin Kaiser in Plauen, Germany. The company specializes in the production of made-to-measure honeycomb and pleated blind systems, which are delivered to online sales channels. With this acquisition, Coulisse will partner with Window Fashion AG. All previous Sensuna activities and the production facilities of Window Fashion AG will be transferred into the new joint-venture Smart Shades GmbH.
Andreas Schreiber, CEO of Window Fashion AG: “This new venture marks a strategic investment in advancing our production capabilities for honeycomb and pleated blinds. With Coulisse, we aspire to push the boundaries of production robotization.”
Dual presence at R+T 2024
In response to recent developments, Coulisse is set to present its latest innovations across two booths at the upcoming R+T trade fair in Stuttgart in February 2024. The Motionblinds smart home booth will feature an immersive room, smart device room and exclusive product launches. Simultaneously, the joint booth featuring Lienesch and Coulisse will showcase the latest pleated and honeycomb fabrics, with a focus on the new range of recycled materials. This underscores the commitment to sustainability and energy-efficient solutions, aligning perfectly with current market priorities.
About Coulisse
Established in 1992, Coulisse is a family-run business dedicated to creating smart and innovative window covering solutions worldwide. With headquarters in the Netherlands and facilities in the USA and Australia, the company offers a total solution of functional fabrics, advanced systems and Motionblinds smart technology. The mission of Coulisse is to enhance people’s lives with a sense of beauty, well-being, safety and energy efficiency by offering unrivalled possibilities to create the perfect window covering solution for any space.
About Lienesch
Lienesch has been developing and producing window decoration fabrics since 2001. Founded by Bennie Lienesch a textile man through and through. Creating decorative and functional textiles is in their blood. The vision and passion always revolves around quality and personal contact. Thanks to extensive knowledge of textiles and clear focus on innovation, Lienesch delivers high-quality collections for different applications and markets.
About Sensuna
Sensuna was founded in 2012 and is based in Plauen Germany. From the beginning, Sensuna has focused on producing sun shading products for online channels in the most efficient way possible.
More information
For more information about this press release, please contact:
Coulisse B.V.
Mariët Buld
PR Coulisse
Mariet.buld@coulisse.com
