Acquisitions
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Biesterfeld strengthens market position in Italy through full acquisition of two joint ventures
Biesterfeld is acquiring 100% of the shares in its Italian joint ventures Biesterfeld Polybass and Biesterfeld Polychem. With this, the Hamburg-based company is expanding its presence in a strategically...
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Byk-Gardner expands portfolio with acquisition of Perisens
With the acquisition of Perisens, Byk-Gardner strengthens its position in the field of measuring and testing instruments. The integration of innovative radar measurement technologies is intended to advance...
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Mäder Group announces new shareholding structure with Whitestone Group investment
The Mäder Group has unveiled a significant change in its shareholding structure, with Whitestone Group acquiring a stake. This marks a new phase for the international industrial group, aligning with its...
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IMCD acquires Merit Solution in Thailand
Merit Solution, a distributor of additives for the plastic and compounding industry, is based in Bangkok and serves a wide range of applications, including plastics, construction and adhesives.
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Stahl expands packaging coatings portfolio with acquisition in Brazil
Stahl has signed an agreement to acquire the graphics coatings business of Weilburger Coatings in Brazil. This move aligns with Stahl’s Packaging Coatings growth strategy and strengthens its position...
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Olin and Huntsman announce merger
Olin and Huntsman have agreed on an all-stock merger to create OlinHuntsman, a EUR 11 billion revenue chemicals corporation. The deal aims to enhance vertical integration, achieve EUR 370 million in cost...
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Akzo Nobel rejects cash offer as it moves forward with Axalta merger plans
Akzo Nobel has rejected a conditional cash offer from Nippon Paint and Sherwin-Williams, stating that the proposal fails to reflect its value and long-term prospects. The company remains committed to its...
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Biesterfeld expands presence in Asia with majority stake in OSP
Biesterfeld has acquired a majority stake in South Korea-based distributor OSP, strengthening its position in high-tech industries such as automotive, electronics, and coatings.
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LB Group completes acquisition of Venator’s titanium dioxide site
The Greatham site will operate under the newly established entity, Tioxide, and production is set to restart in 2026.
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Interview: “R&D will be a central lever”
San Marco Group President and CEO Pietro Geremia discusses the acquisition of Oikos, and how it aligns with the Group’s long-term vision for innovation, design, and environmental responsibility. Interview...
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Vitex strengthens presence in construction chemicals with Microfill acquisition
Greek coatings manufacturer Vitex has completed the acquisition of Microfill, a company specialising in calcium carbonate-based fillers. The move is part of Vitex's strategy to expand its footprint in...
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Aerospace coatings: Indestructible Paint acquired by Seaforth Holdings
The Birmingham-based company, known for its bespoke solutions in aerospace applications, will continue operations under its existing management team.
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Decorative coatings: San Marco Group acquires Oikos
San Marco Group has acquired the historic Italian coatings brand Oikos, a renowned name in Italian decorative finishes. The acquisition solidifies San Marco’s position as a key player in Italy's coatings...
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Indorama Corporation acquires Venator’s Spanish titanium dioxide business
This move strengthens Indorama Corporation’s position in the global chemical sector and expands its capabilities in specialty chemical production.