Sachtleben Minerals has acquired Erzgebirgische Fluss- und Schwerspatwerke (EFS) to enhance its competitive strength in the European fluorspar and barite markets.

Information on the Target

Erzgebirgische Fluss- und Schwerspatwerke (EFS) is a German mining company focusing on the extraction of fluorspar and barite. Located in Niederschlag near Oberwiesenthal, Saxony, EFS operates an underground mine alongside a surface processing facility where extracted ores are refined into various spath products, including high-purity fluorspar for industrial applications. Since initiating operations in 2013, EFS has played a vital role in revitalizing fluorspar mining in Germany.

Operating under the Fluorchemie Group umbrella since 2021, EFS blends a rich regional mining legacy with innovative practices in raw material extraction and processing, ensuring compliance with modern industry standards and increasing production efficiency.

Industry Overview in Germany

The fluorspar and barite mining industry in Germany is experiencing a resurgence, driven by the increasing demand for these minerals across various sectors, including chemical manufacturing, metallurgy, and construct