With the agreement signed in the past few days, Argor-Heraeus, one of the global leaders in precious metal processing, has become the 100% owner of Erbas, a historic, Ticino-based company active in the watchmaking and jewellery sector. The joint decision further expands the range of services offered by Argor-Heraeus. It consolidates the company’s role as a reference point for the global luxury watch and jewellery sector.

Leadership change at Argor-Heraeus in Mendrisio/Switzerland: Dr. Robin Kolvenbach (36) will succeed Christoph Wild, the current co-CEO and Delegate of the Board of Directors, on 1 March. In the future, he will lead the company together with Co-CEO Dr. Steffen Voss and continue the successful strategic development of Argor-Heraeus.