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Mipa establishes Mipa USA to strengthen presence in North America
Mipa has expanded presence in the United States. On one July 2025, long-standing distribution partner Fleetwood Products was transformed into new subsidiary Mipa USA, headquartered in New Jersey.
Mipa has restructured operations in North America. On one July 2025, Mipa acquired long-term US distributor Fleetwood Products and established Mipa USA in New Jersey. According to Mipa Fleetwood Products had been a reliable partner for several decades and was most recently managed by Joe Fischer in the second generation.
“With the establishment of Mipa USA, we are setting the course for the next phase of our development in the North American market,” said Markus Fritzsche, Chief Executive Officer of Mipa. Acquisition forms part of a planned succession strategy and aims to ensure continuity for customers and business partners.
New management and continuity for customers
Management of Mipa USA will be assumed by Matthew McGraw, who brings extensive experience in coatings and paint industry. Under his leadership, existing activities will be maintained and further developed. For customers, distributors and partners, familiar contacts, service quality and supply chains will remain unchanged.
With this step, Mipa underlines long-term commitment to North America. By establishing direct presence in the region, company intends to strengthen customer relations, respond more swiftly to market demands and expand product and service portfolio. Creation of Mipa USA represents significant milestone in global growth strategy of Mipa.
