Mergers & Acquisitions

April 2, 2021

Repi Acquires Novosystems

Repi: Acquisition of Novosystems

On 30 March 2021, Repi, a leading supplier of liquid colour and additive solutions for polyurethanes and thermoplastics, announced that it has acquired Novosystems GmbH, one of the few independent European players in the field of liquid colours and additives for thermoplastic materials. Financial details of the transaction were not disclosed.

According to Repi, with the acquisition of the German-based company, it will strengthen its position in one of the key polyurethanes and plastics markets in the world, as well as improving the group’s geographical footprint in Central and Northern Europe, with the aim of providing better and faster response to the market. Novosystems will also contribute with interesting complementary technology platforms, which can be leveraged by Repi’s global presence, and will accelerate value creation through superior level of expertise in liquid formulation and dispersion technologies.

“Welcoming a private, family-owned company in our group is another exciting milestone for Repi, as both companies shared a common history in liquid colourants for plastics, and we are looking forward to shape our future together based on common values and a long-term vision and strategy. Germany has long been one of the most important markets for Repi, and this investment strengthens our commitment to a country served by Repi for over 40 years”, said Filippo Angiolini, Repi Group CEO.

Repi Group operates since 1973 as a supplier of liquid colours and additives for plastics and thermoset resins that find applications in a variety of industries, including packaging, furniture, building and construction, footwear and automotive. Today, Repi is a Swiss based global supplier, with own facilities in the USA, Italy, the UK, Russia and Thailand.

https://www.gupta-verlag.com/news/technology/25076/repi-acquisition-of-novosystems

April 2, 2021

Repi Acquires Novosystems

Repi: Acquisition of Novosystems

On 30 March 2021, Repi, a leading supplier of liquid colour and additive solutions for polyurethanes and thermoplastics, announced that it has acquired Novosystems GmbH, one of the few independent European players in the field of liquid colours and additives for thermoplastic materials. Financial details of the transaction were not disclosed.

According to Repi, with the acquisition of the German-based company, it will strengthen its position in one of the key polyurethanes and plastics markets in the world, as well as improving the group’s geographical footprint in Central and Northern Europe, with the aim of providing better and faster response to the market. Novosystems will also contribute with interesting complementary technology platforms, which can be leveraged by Repi’s global presence, and will accelerate value creation through superior level of expertise in liquid formulation and dispersion technologies.

“Welcoming a private, family-owned company in our group is another exciting milestone for Repi, as both companies shared a common history in liquid colourants for plastics, and we are looking forward to shape our future together based on common values and a long-term vision and strategy. Germany has long been one of the most important markets for Repi, and this investment strengthens our commitment to a country served by Repi for over 40 years”, said Filippo Angiolini, Repi Group CEO.

Repi Group operates since 1973 as a supplier of liquid colours and additives for plastics and thermoset resins that find applications in a variety of industries, including packaging, furniture, building and construction, footwear and automotive. Today, Repi is a Swiss based global supplier, with own facilities in the USA, Italy, the UK, Russia and Thailand.

https://www.gupta-verlag.com/news/technology/25076/repi-acquisition-of-novosystems

April 1, 2021

Arsenal Adds to Meridian Adhesives

Arsenal’s Meridian Adhesives Acquires Pacific Adhesive Systems
DALTON, Georgia, April 1, 2021 – Meridian Adhesives Group (Meridian) announced today the acquisition of Pacific Adhesive Systems (PAS), a Malaysian-based company serving the electronics, semiconductor and medical markets with high-performance adhesive and coating solutions.

Established in 2004, PAS is an ISO 9001:2008 certified company with operations in Malaysia, Thailand, China and Hong Kong. The company’s range of products includes adhesives, coatings, sealants, thermal interface materials, tapes, cleaning chemicals, greases and lubricants.

“Having joined Meridian Adhesives Group, we are now positioned to reach greater heights in innovative adhesive solutions,” said David Lee, PAS President. “With the backing of Meridian, we will be able to further support customers regardless of their location.”

PAS will be joining Meridian’s Electronics Division, which is comprised of Epoxy Technology, Inc.; Epoxies, Etc.; Epoxy Technology Europe; GENTEC; and FT Polymer. PAS has an established relationship with Meridian, having been a key supplier of Epoxy Technology and Epoxies, Etc. products to the Asian market for more than 15 years.

“PAS has been a long-time partner of Meridian’s Electronics Division,” said Daniel Pelton, CEO of Meridian Adhesives Group. “I am glad to have this trusted partner formally joining the Meridian group as we extend our global footprint into Asia. Together with David Lee and his team, we look forward to further building our Electronics Division through expanded product lines, increased service and additional acquisitions globally.”

The Electronics Division of Meridian Adhesives Group provides high technology products with experienced technical support. Epoxy, urethane, silicone and UV materials that are manufactured by the division have been used in some of the most demanding applications. These companies are trusted partners of organizations throughout the world.

April 1, 2021

Arsenal Adds to Meridian Adhesives

Arsenal’s Meridian Adhesives Acquires Pacific Adhesive Systems
DALTON, Georgia, April 1, 2021 – Meridian Adhesives Group (Meridian) announced today the acquisition of Pacific Adhesive Systems (PAS), a Malaysian-based company serving the electronics, semiconductor and medical markets with high-performance adhesive and coating solutions.

Established in 2004, PAS is an ISO 9001:2008 certified company with operations in Malaysia, Thailand, China and Hong Kong. The company’s range of products includes adhesives, coatings, sealants, thermal interface materials, tapes, cleaning chemicals, greases and lubricants.

“Having joined Meridian Adhesives Group, we are now positioned to reach greater heights in innovative adhesive solutions,” said David Lee, PAS President. “With the backing of Meridian, we will be able to further support customers regardless of their location.”

PAS will be joining Meridian’s Electronics Division, which is comprised of Epoxy Technology, Inc.; Epoxies, Etc.; Epoxy Technology Europe; GENTEC; and FT Polymer. PAS has an established relationship with Meridian, having been a key supplier of Epoxy Technology and Epoxies, Etc. products to the Asian market for more than 15 years.

“PAS has been a long-time partner of Meridian’s Electronics Division,” said Daniel Pelton, CEO of Meridian Adhesives Group. “I am glad to have this trusted partner formally joining the Meridian group as we extend our global footprint into Asia. Together with David Lee and his team, we look forward to further building our Electronics Division through expanded product lines, increased service and additional acquisitions globally.”

The Electronics Division of Meridian Adhesives Group provides high technology products with experienced technical support. Epoxy, urethane, silicone and UV materials that are manufactured by the division have been used in some of the most demanding applications. These companies are trusted partners of organizations throughout the world.

April 1, 2021

Recticel Completes Acquisition

Recticel completes the acquisition of FoamPartner

Regulated information, Brussels, 01/04/2021 — 00:07 CET, 01.04.2021

Recticel is pleased to announce that on 31 March 2021, it successfully acquired FoamPartner, the Swiss-based global provider of high added-value technical foams. 


Olivier Chapelle (Chief Executive Officer): “The closing of the transaction went smoothly, and within the expected timeframe. Recticel Flexible Foams and FoamPartner will now be merged to form the Recticel Engineered Foams business line. The new organisation will leverage numerous synergies in resources and talents to promote excellence, grow its worldwide presence and accelerate the commercialisation of sustainable innovations and leading-edge solutions to global markets. We are delighted to welcome our new colleagues into the Group.”

FoamPartner will be integrated in the consolidated financials of Recticel as from 01 April 2021.

https://www.recticel.com/recticel-completes-acquisition-foampartner.html