# Weir completes acquisition of remaining 50% stake in ESEL

Weir has completed the acquisition of the remaining 50% share of its Chile-based joint venture ESCO Elecmetal Fundición Limitada (ESEL), a manufacturer of ground engaging tools. The deal strengthens Weir's direct market channels and manufacturing capabilities in South America.

- Type: Acquisition
- Announced: 2026-03-03
- Where: Chile, Chile
- Status: completed
- Products: ground engaging tools
- Sectors: [Mining Equipment](https://endata.com/sectors/mining-equipment.md)

## Companies

- [Weir Group](https://endata.com/companies/797.md) (acquirer)
- [ESCO Elecmetal Fundición Limitada](https://endata.com/companies/70481.md) (target)

## Sources

- [gulfoilandgas.com](https://www.gulfoilandgas.com/webpro1/main/mainnews.asp?id=1108765), 2026-03-03: "We are delighted to formally welcome ESEL into Weir following a long and successful partnership with Elecmetal."

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