Kathrein Broadcast USA Acquired by American Amplifier Technologies

Kathrein Broadcast strengthens US foothold through AAT deal

German antenna specialist Kathrein Broadcast has bolstered its international presence by deepening ties with American Amplifier Technologies (AAT), which has taken full ownership of Kathrein Broadcast USA. The move is part of Kathrein’s ongoing strategic realignment, designed to sharpen its focus on core markets while expanding through international partnerships. “As part of this strategy, American Amplifier Technologies (AAT) has acquired 100% …

American Amplifier Technologies Acquires Kathrein Broadcast USA

American Amplifier Technologies has announced it has acquired competing radio and television antenna system and component manufacturer Kathrein Broadcast USA. Kathrein Broadcast USA, which manufactures the SCALA brand, will become a wholly owned subsidiary of AAT. The deal follows Kathrein’s parent company in Germany securing new financing to exit insolvency. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. The company states that the transaction “aligns w…

Kathrein Broadcast USA Acquired by American Amplifier Technologies

ATT has acquired 100% of the shares of the German company's American division and will continue operating Kathrein USA under the same name.

AAT Acquires U.S. Arm of Kathrein

American Amplifier Technologies LLC has acquired Kathrein Broadcast USA Inc. including its Scala portfolio. AAT, based in California, was founded by CEO Steve Wilde in 2008. It makes broadcast and industrial electrical products. Kathrein Broadcast USA, headquartered in Oregon, manufactures antenna systems and components for radio and TV broadcasters as well as special purpose applications. It is the successor of Scala, an American antenna provid…