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Both organizations will continue to operate independently, with their own management teams & organizational structures.
October 15, 2026
By: Rachel Klemovitch
Dörken Group has acquired J.W. Ostendorf GmbH & Co. KG (JWO) from Fidelium Partners.
During Fidelium’s ownership, the company mastered an organizational, operational, and strategic transformation. Now that Dörken has taken ownership, JWO gains a long-term strategic partner dedicated to continuing this successful development while preserving the company’s identity and established strengths.
Both organizations will continue to operate independently, with their own management teams and organizational structures tailored to the needs of their respective markets and customers.
At the same time, JWO will expand its role as a manufacturing and logistics platform, making its capabilities available to a wider range of companies across the paints and coatings industry.
Thorsten Koch, Member of the Executive Board of Ewald Dörken AG and CEO of Dörken Coatings, commented: “J.W. Ostendorf has achieved remarkable progress in recent years and today stands for operational excellence, efficiency and a strong customer focus. We are delighted to welcome the JWO team to the Dörken family. By bringing together our complementary strengths, we can accelerate innovation, unlock new opportunities and create even greater value for our customers.”
Jan Ostendorf, CEO of J.W. Ostendorf, added: “In Dörken, we have found a partner that shares our values and believes in our strengths. The past few years have shown what can be achieved when people work towards a common goal with passion, courage and a clear vision. I would like to sincerely thank Fidelium Partners for a trustful cooperation and our employees, customers, suppliers and partners who have supported us throughout this journey. This acquisition opens up exciting new opportunities for growth, innovation and sustainable success. At the same time, the qualities that have defined JWO for decades – our culture, customer focus and entrepreneurial spirit – will remain at the heart of who we are and will be an important part of our future.”
Under the motto “Painting a colourful future”, Dörken is committing to growth, innovation and supply chain excellence made in Germany.
Photo: (L-R) Phillip Wagner, Operating Partner at Fidelium Partners and Managing Director of JWO and Thorsten Koch, Member of the Executive Board of Ewald Dörken AG and CEO of Dörken Coatings.
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