Mergers & Acquisitions

January 6, 2022

Van Horn & Metz Acquires Ivanhoe Industries (Tullytown PA)

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE


Conshohocken, PA (December 27, 2021) Van Horn, Metz & Co., Inc.,
(VHM) a globally-sourced, specialty raw material distributor for paints,
coatings, plastics and inks, is pleased to announce the acquisition of
Ivanhoe Industries, Inc. of Tullytown, PA, a distributor of industrial
chemicals for personal care, rubber, elastomers and lubricants.
Discussions began in June 2021 and the agreement was finalized
December 23, 2021.


“Van Horn, Metz engaged in discussions with Ivanhoe Industries to
offer customers a more complete palate of specialty raw materials,” said
Barry Fisher, President of VHM. “In our uncertain times, adding
Ivanhoe’s sourcing contacts strengthens the merged business for
customers and our supply chain partners.”


This acquisition highlights VHM’s understanding that manufacturing
relies on raw materials, but sourcing materials is time-consuming and
challenging. With VHM and Ivanhoe Industries, customers will get the
specialty raw materials they need to create innovative products that will
help grow their business.


“We are excited about the combination of these two organizations and
look forward to maintaining and growing the relationships that both
have built,” said Andy Romano, VP & Director of Sales. “We look forward
to maintaining and improving products and services customers are
accustomed to with Ivanhoe Industries as they become part of VHM.”



Ivanhoe Industries, Inc. Overview:


Ivanhoe Industries, Inc. is a distributor of industrial chemicals. The
company was founded in 1983. Since its inception, the company
dedicated itself to serving its broad customer base, while simultaneously
developing strategic partnerships with its suppliers. The products that
we sell are made both domestically and overseas. We take a global
approach when it comes to product sourcing and have the logistical
know-how that is needed to ensure that every interaction with Ivanhoe
Industries is one that is easy and seamlessly executed. Our main
warehouse and office is located in an industrial park in Tullytown,
Pennsylvania just outside of Philadelphia. We are strategically
positioned to handle both domestic and international cargo shipments,
and to coordinate all the logistical details.

https://www.vanhornmetz.com/vhm-acquisition/

January 5, 2022

Callahan Acquired

Tilley-Phoenix Group Acquires Callahan Chemical

Tilley News

Here at Tilley-Phoenix Group, we are excited to carry the momentum we started in 2021 into a new year. We closed Q3 and Q4 with the transformative acquisition of Ingredients Solutions, LLC and an important merger with flavor and fragrance leader Phoenix. Today, Tilley-Phoenix acquires Callahan Chemical Company, a leading regional supplier and distributor providing clients with Specialty Chemical, Ingredient, & CASE solutions.

Callahan Chemical Company At A Glance

  • Based in: Palmyra, New Jersey
  • Founded: 1958
  • Company Size: 50-200 employees
  • Notable Specialties: Adhesives, elastomers, coatings, pharmaceutical, personal care

Our new partnership with Callahan gives Tilley-Phoenix more tools and resources to better serve existing and new customers in several industries. In the months ahead, expect to see Tilley-Phoenix continue to integrate our new partners to improve our product lines and enhance our services. The combined group will be able to provide even more value to our clients & supply partners.

Full press release is below.

Tilley-Phoenix Group Completes the Acquisition of Callahan Chemical

Tilley-Phoenix Group is pleased to announce the addition of Callahan Chemical Company to expand its product portfolio and geographic reach

Palmyra, New Jersey – January 4, 2021 — Tilley-Phoenix Group (“Tilley-Phoenix” or the “Company”), a leading U.S. based specialty ingredients distributor and value-added service provider, and portfolio company of SK Capital Partners (“SK Capital”),  announced today the acquisition of Callahan Chemical Company (“Callahan”), a regional distributor of high-quality ingredients and compounds serving a diverse set of end markets including, food and beverage, personal care and cosmetics,  pharmaceuticals and nutraceuticals, HI&I (household institutional and industrial) and CASE (coatings, adhesives, sealants and elastomers). The acquisition of Callahan aligns with the Company’s vision in creating a specialized, world-class supplier of high-quality ingredients supported by a robust value-added service offering.

“We are extremely pleased to complete the acquisition of Callahan Chemical, believing it represents a highly complementary
business with shared values and vision as a specialty-focused distributor supported by a strong value-added service foundation.
We look forward to partnering with the Callahan team as we enhance the value we bring to existing and new customers,” said Jean-Paul Benveniste, President and CEO of Tilley-Phoenix.

Callahan is a leading regional distributor offering optimized chemical distribution solutions aligned to individual customer requirements. Callahan’s mission is supported by a comprehensive portfolio of value-added services, including regulatory and technical support, custom formulation, in-house laboratory quality assurance and quality control, blending, storage and packaging, and repackaging. Callahan distributes a broad portfolio of products sold into regulated markets, which complement the existing Tilley-Phoenix platform while also expanding the Company’s product offering and market focus with a full-line offering of CASE products. “Since its founding in 1958 by my father James B. Callahan, Callahan Chemical has consistently provided outstanding value to its customers, suppliers, and employees. We are confident that by joining the Tilley-Phoenix Group the opportunity to increase our value-added services will be greatly enhanced,” said John Callahan, CEO of Callahan Chemical.

The addition of Callahan to Tilley-Phoenix provides customers with state-of-the-art regulatory and technical support, broader logistics expertise, and an enhanced product offering of value-added ingredients for applications in regulated markets. “Callahan, like Tilley-Phoenix, brings a strong value-added approach to serving its suppliers and customers. The acquisition enhances the platform’s geographic reach, which is particularly compelling for our shared supplier base,” said Sean Tilley, President and COO of Distribution.

Looking forward, Tilley-Phoenix plans to continue its pursuit of selective M&A, focused largely on specialty products sold into regulated markets. The Company continues to focus on expanding the value-added platform, seeking targeted opportunities to enhance the value, quality, and breadth of solutions we bring to both customers and suppliers. Callahan represents the third acquisition of 2021 for Tilley-Phoenix.

Klehr Harrison LLP acted as legal counsel to Tilley-Phoenix and committed debt financing was led by Madison Capital Funding
LLC.

About Tilley-Phoenix Group

Formed through the merger of Tilley Co. and Phoenix Aromas and Essential Oils, Tilley Phoenix is a value-added specialty ingredients distributor serving food and beverage, fragrance, personal care and cosmetics, HI&I (household institutional and industrial) and pharmaceutical markets. The Company seeks to act as a direct extension of their suppliers’ selling networks to effectively partner and service broader customer networks. Tilley-Phoenix operates modern, efficient global distribution facilities to serve its customers’ just-in-time production needs. The Company offers a comprehensive portfolio of value-added services, including regulatory & technical support, full-service QA/QC laboratory, custom formulation, custom blending & packaging, and specialty storage.

Tilley-Phoenix has created a business environment based on open communication, product safety, and superior service. Tilley[1]Phoenix is a member of the International Fragrance Association, OmniChem Alliance, the National Association of Chemical
Distributors, and the Food Ingredient Distributors Association. Tilley-Phoenix is committed to working with suppliers and manufacturers who practice sustainable and ethical production and sourcing.

https://www.tilleycompany.com/tilley-phoenix-group-acquires-callahan-chemical/

January 5, 2022

Callahan Acquired

Tilley-Phoenix Group Acquires Callahan Chemical

Tilley News

Here at Tilley-Phoenix Group, we are excited to carry the momentum we started in 2021 into a new year. We closed Q3 and Q4 with the transformative acquisition of Ingredients Solutions, LLC and an important merger with flavor and fragrance leader Phoenix. Today, Tilley-Phoenix acquires Callahan Chemical Company, a leading regional supplier and distributor providing clients with Specialty Chemical, Ingredient, & CASE solutions.

Callahan Chemical Company At A Glance

  • Based in: Palmyra, New Jersey
  • Founded: 1958
  • Company Size: 50-200 employees
  • Notable Specialties: Adhesives, elastomers, coatings, pharmaceutical, personal care

Our new partnership with Callahan gives Tilley-Phoenix more tools and resources to better serve existing and new customers in several industries. In the months ahead, expect to see Tilley-Phoenix continue to integrate our new partners to improve our product lines and enhance our services. The combined group will be able to provide even more value to our clients & supply partners.

Full press release is below.

Tilley-Phoenix Group Completes the Acquisition of Callahan Chemical

Tilley-Phoenix Group is pleased to announce the addition of Callahan Chemical Company to expand its product portfolio and geographic reach

Palmyra, New Jersey – January 4, 2021 — Tilley-Phoenix Group (“Tilley-Phoenix” or the “Company”), a leading U.S. based specialty ingredients distributor and value-added service provider, and portfolio company of SK Capital Partners (“SK Capital”),  announced today the acquisition of Callahan Chemical Company (“Callahan”), a regional distributor of high-quality ingredients and compounds serving a diverse set of end markets including, food and beverage, personal care and cosmetics,  pharmaceuticals and nutraceuticals, HI&I (household institutional and industrial) and CASE (coatings, adhesives, sealants and elastomers). The acquisition of Callahan aligns with the Company’s vision in creating a specialized, world-class supplier of high-quality ingredients supported by a robust value-added service offering.

“We are extremely pleased to complete the acquisition of Callahan Chemical, believing it represents a highly complementary
business with shared values and vision as a specialty-focused distributor supported by a strong value-added service foundation.
We look forward to partnering with the Callahan team as we enhance the value we bring to existing and new customers,” said Jean-Paul Benveniste, President and CEO of Tilley-Phoenix.

Callahan is a leading regional distributor offering optimized chemical distribution solutions aligned to individual customer requirements. Callahan’s mission is supported by a comprehensive portfolio of value-added services, including regulatory and technical support, custom formulation, in-house laboratory quality assurance and quality control, blending, storage and packaging, and repackaging. Callahan distributes a broad portfolio of products sold into regulated markets, which complement the existing Tilley-Phoenix platform while also expanding the Company’s product offering and market focus with a full-line offering of CASE products. “Since its founding in 1958 by my father James B. Callahan, Callahan Chemical has consistently provided outstanding value to its customers, suppliers, and employees. We are confident that by joining the Tilley-Phoenix Group the opportunity to increase our value-added services will be greatly enhanced,” said John Callahan, CEO of Callahan Chemical.

The addition of Callahan to Tilley-Phoenix provides customers with state-of-the-art regulatory and technical support, broader logistics expertise, and an enhanced product offering of value-added ingredients for applications in regulated markets. “Callahan, like Tilley-Phoenix, brings a strong value-added approach to serving its suppliers and customers. The acquisition enhances the platform’s geographic reach, which is particularly compelling for our shared supplier base,” said Sean Tilley, President and COO of Distribution.

Looking forward, Tilley-Phoenix plans to continue its pursuit of selective M&A, focused largely on specialty products sold into regulated markets. The Company continues to focus on expanding the value-added platform, seeking targeted opportunities to enhance the value, quality, and breadth of solutions we bring to both customers and suppliers. Callahan represents the third acquisition of 2021 for Tilley-Phoenix.

Klehr Harrison LLP acted as legal counsel to Tilley-Phoenix and committed debt financing was led by Madison Capital Funding
LLC.

About Tilley-Phoenix Group

Formed through the merger of Tilley Co. and Phoenix Aromas and Essential Oils, Tilley Phoenix is a value-added specialty ingredients distributor serving food and beverage, fragrance, personal care and cosmetics, HI&I (household institutional and industrial) and pharmaceutical markets. The Company seeks to act as a direct extension of their suppliers’ selling networks to effectively partner and service broader customer networks. Tilley-Phoenix operates modern, efficient global distribution facilities to serve its customers’ just-in-time production needs. The Company offers a comprehensive portfolio of value-added services, including regulatory & technical support, full-service QA/QC laboratory, custom formulation, custom blending & packaging, and specialty storage.

Tilley-Phoenix has created a business environment based on open communication, product safety, and superior service. Tilley[1]Phoenix is a member of the International Fragrance Association, OmniChem Alliance, the National Association of Chemical
Distributors, and the Food Ingredient Distributors Association. Tilley-Phoenix is committed to working with suppliers and manufacturers who practice sustainable and ethical production and sourcing.

https://www.tilleycompany.com/tilley-phoenix-group-acquires-callahan-chemical/

December 21, 2021

Hexion To Be Sold

HOUSTON (ICIS)–US-based Hexion on Monday has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by private equity American Securities for $2.06bn, including the assumption of around $1.24bn in net debt for a total enterprise value of around $3.3bn.

The transaction is expected to close in the first half of 2022 and is conditioned upon the closing of Hexion’s previously announced sale of its epoxy business to Westlake Chemical.

The purchase price represents a 15% premium to the closing price as of 17 December and a 53% premium to the company’s closing share price on 30 July, the day prior to its announcement of its ongoing strategic review.

“This transaction, along with the pending sale of our epoxy business, is the conclusion of a comprehensive evaluation of strategic actions aimed at maximising value for our shareholders and best positioning the company for long-term growth,” said Hexion CEO Craig Rogerson.

Hexion, after agreeing in late November to sell its epoxy business for $1.2bn to Westlake, was planning an initial public offering (IPO) on the New York Stock Exchange along with a sale in a dual track. The remaining adhesives and versatic acids business had sales of $1.38bn and earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation (EBITDA) of $272m in 2020.

Earlier in a November interview with ICIS, Hexion CEO Craig Rogerson said he was considering a “sale of Hexion or either of the parts”. The company in April closed the sale of its phenolic specialty resins, hexamine and European-based forest products resins businesses to Black Diamond and Investindustrial for $425m.

www.icis.com/explore/resources/news/2021/12/20/10717799/private-equity-firm-acquires-hexion-for-2-06bn/

December 21, 2021

Hexion To Be Sold

HOUSTON (ICIS)–US-based Hexion on Monday has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by private equity American Securities for $2.06bn, including the assumption of around $1.24bn in net debt for a total enterprise value of around $3.3bn.

The transaction is expected to close in the first half of 2022 and is conditioned upon the closing of Hexion’s previously announced sale of its epoxy business to Westlake Chemical.

The purchase price represents a 15% premium to the closing price as of 17 December and a 53% premium to the company’s closing share price on 30 July, the day prior to its announcement of its ongoing strategic review.

“This transaction, along with the pending sale of our epoxy business, is the conclusion of a comprehensive evaluation of strategic actions aimed at maximising value for our shareholders and best positioning the company for long-term growth,” said Hexion CEO Craig Rogerson.

Hexion, after agreeing in late November to sell its epoxy business for $1.2bn to Westlake, was planning an initial public offering (IPO) on the New York Stock Exchange along with a sale in a dual track. The remaining adhesives and versatic acids business had sales of $1.38bn and earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation (EBITDA) of $272m in 2020.

Earlier in a November interview with ICIS, Hexion CEO Craig Rogerson said he was considering a “sale of Hexion or either of the parts”. The company in April closed the sale of its phenolic specialty resins, hexamine and European-based forest products resins businesses to Black Diamond and Investindustrial for $425m.

www.icis.com/explore/resources/news/2021/12/20/10717799/private-equity-firm-acquires-hexion-for-2-06bn/