Laukötter Dessau GmbH files for insolvency

Dessau-Roßlau, April 3, 2013 - Laukötter Dessau GmbH based in Dessau-Roßlau filed for insolvency on April 2, 2013. At the suggestion of the creditors' committee, the District Court of Dessau-Roßlau appointed attorney Henning Schorisch as the preliminary insolvency administrator of the law firm hww wienberg wilhelm, which operates nationwide.

Schorisch is currently gaining a comprehensive picture of the company's situation in order to be able to examine restructuring options. Schorisch will also hold talks with customers and suppliers. “The business continues,” said Schorisch.

Laukötter Dessau GmbH specializes in light metal die casting technology and mold making. Founded in 1946, the company has many years of experience in the development, planning and production of castings and tools.

The company currently employs 188 people who were informed about the situation yesterday. The wages and salaries of the employees are secured by the insolvency money from the Federal Employment Agency.