ARRI has sold its lighting company Claypaky to EK Inc.
“This decision is part of our strategic realignment as we focus more strongly on our core business,” said Chris Richter, managing director of ARRI. “Clearly recognising Claypaky’s potential, it was important to us to find a new owner who pursues next level growth based on a deep understanding of the market and a long-term strategic vision—for both Claypaky and its customers.”
ARRI acquired Claypaky in December 2022, at the time stating it intended to become a leading lighting solutions provider with top brands for both the motion picture and live entertainment markets.
Claypaky will retain its headquarters and R&D operations in Italy.
“Our collaboration with ARRI has been a valuable and rewarding journey,” added Marcus Graser, CEO of Claypaky. “We part ways with sincere appreciation—especially for the insights gained from ARRI’s deep expertise in the motion picture industry, which will continue to influence our path forward. At the same time, we look forward to the opportunities new ownership brings. We are certain to benefit from EK’s strong development, manufacturing, and supply chain capabilities which could open new doors in terms of new product development, scalability, and global market access.”
