Chemical Distribution News: 2014
December 2014
- 23 Dec 2014 - DSM to sell composite raw materials distributor, Euroresins to Cathay Investments | Royal DSM, the global life sciences and materials company, has announceed it has reached agreement with Cathay Investments for the sale of Euroresins. Subject to customary approvals and notifications,...More »
- 22 Dec 2014 - Brenntag strengthens its industrial chemicals business in Sweden with the acquisition of Fred Holmberg | Brenntag has signed an agreement to acquire the Swedish chemical distributor Fred Holmberg & Co AB headquartered in Malmo. Fred Holmberg is focused on the distribution of organic and inorganic...More »
- 12 Dec 2014 - Brenntag to acquire Colombian specialty chemicals distributor | Brenntag is to acquire SurtiQuimicos S.A., a distributor of specialty chemicals headquartered in Bogota, Colombia. The company operates from facilities in Bogota and Medellin. The main business...More »
- 12 Dec 2014 - Eastman Chemical appoints ICH Benelux as its new distributor in Benelux | Eastman Chemical BV has appointed ICH Benelux BV as its new distributor for the Benelux region. The cooperation will start January 1, 2015 and covers all Eastman products for paint and coatings...More »
- 11 Dec 2014 - Biesterfeld Plastic acquires Biesterfeld Nordic AB from JV partner, Fred Holmberg | Biesterfeld Plastic GmbH have taken 100% ownership of their joint venture company, Biesterfeld Nordic AB based in Malmo, Sweden. With effect from 1st of December 2014 Biesterfeld Plastic GmbH...More »
- 10 Dec 2014 - US-based Private equity firm Riverside acquires Malaysia-based chemicals distributor | Private equity firm The Riverside Co. (New York) has announced that it has acquired Drex-Chem, a Malaysian-based specialty chemicals distributor. Based near Kuala Lumpur, Drex-Chem has long-term...More »
- 1 Dec 2014 - Biesterfeld Spezialchemie expands partnership with Dr. Straetmans to Russia | Biesterfeld Spezialchemie GmbH and Dr. Straetmans GmbH, both headquartered in Hamburg have announced they are to further expand their successful cooperation. As a result, Biesterfeld Spezialchemie...More »
November 2014
- 25 Nov 2014 - Specialty chemicals distributor, Bodo Möller Chemie opens new subsidiary in Moscow | The new Russian subsidiary Bodo Möller Chemie Russia LLC has opened for business with immediate effect. With the formation of the new entity the international specialty chemicals distributor,...More »
- 22 Nov 2014 - US private equity company, Advent International acquires leading Latin American chemical distributor, Grupo Transmerquim | The founding shareholders of Grupo Transmerquim, S.A. (GTM) one of the largest chemical distributors in Latin America have announced they have sold the company to Advent International, an American...More »
- 21 Nov 2014 - Latest NACD report shows US chemical distributors increased sales and improved safety in 2013 | According to NACD's 2014 Membership & Safety Report released at the association's 43rd Annual Meeting, NACD member companies generated $31.2 billion in combined sales in 2013, an increase...More »
- 19 Nov 2014 - Orica sells off its chemical distribution and manufacturing business to funds advised by Blackstone | Orica Limited (Orica, ASX:ORI) has announced that it has entered into an agreement to sell its Chemicals business to funds advised by Blackstone for A$750 million. The sale includes the Chemicals...More »
- 13 Nov 2014 - Euronext listed IMCD posts strong results for first nine months of 2014 | International speciality chemicals distributor, IMCD has announced positive results for the first nine months of 2014 with revenues increasing by EUR 111.5 million to EUR 1,041.4 million, an...More »
- 10 Nov 2014 - Azelis opens a leading-edge Life Sciences laboratory suite in the UK | Azelis has made a significant investment in its development capabilities with the opening of new laboratory facilities at its site in Hertford, UK. The suite, which comprises high quality Personal...More »
- 6 Nov 2014 - Barentz completes acquisition of AgriNutrition to strengthen its animal nutrition business | Barentz has announced it has completed the full acquisition of AgriNutrition, specialised in the trading and distribution of raw materials and ingredients for the animal feed industry, based...More »
- 4 Nov 2014 - Connell Brothers acquires Bioworld to boost presence in Chinese personal and home care markets | Connell Brothers (CBC), one of the leading distributors of specialty chemicals and food ingredients in Asia-Pacific, has announced that it has acquired the operations of Bioworld Fine Chemical...More »
- 3 Nov 2014 - Univar buys D'Altomare Quimica Ltda to expand its market presence in Brazil | Global chemical distributor, Univar Inc., has announced that it has acquired D'Altomare Quimica Ltda., a Brazilian distributor of specialty chemicals and ingredients, through Univar Brasil Ltda....More »
- 3 Nov 2014 - Specialty chemicals distributor, Bodo Möller Chemie GmbH acquires the distribution of Huntsman Advanced Materials products in Denmark. | Bodo Möller Kemi Danmark Aps is to acquire the distribution of Huntsman Advanced Materials products in Denmark from Nortec-Cannon A/S, based in Humlebaek. The internationally active specialty...More »
October 2014
- 22 Oct 2014 - PE-owned Maroon Group acquires custom blender and re-packaging company Addipel, LLC | US-based speciality chemical distributor, Maroon Group, LLC has acquired Addipel, LLC, a custom blender and re-packager based in Avon Lake, Ohio. Addipel was founded in 2008 in Avon, Ohio to...More »
- 22 Oct 2014 - New Australasian specialty distributor Axieo created as Nuplex divests to CHAMP Private Equity | Nuplex Industries Ltd has agreed to divest its Specialties division to Australian PE company, Champ Private Equity for A$127.5 million. The Specialties division comprises a chemical distribution...More »
- 20 Oct 2014 - Biesterfeld AG announces minority partnership with Hannover Finanz Group to strengthen growth ambitions | Biesterfeld AG is set to strengthen its long-term growth strategy with partner Hannover Finanz Group, who are purchasing a minority participation in the leading plastics and chemical distributor....More »
- 16 Oct 2014 - Surfachem Ltd, a 2M Holdings Ltd Company, strengthens its Marketing team | Surfachem have announced the appointment of Natalia McDonagh as Head of Strategic Marketing who will be taking up her post from the 1st November 2014. Natalia will be responsible for further...More »
- 10 Oct 2014 - Ravago Chemicals (formerly BRCS) acquires UK specialty distributor, Innovia Solutions | Ravago Chemicals has announced that it has signed an agreement to acquire Innovia Solutions Ltd., a specialty chemicals distribution company supplying high performance raw materials to the coating,...More »
- 6 Oct 2014 - Caldic expands production capabilities and services in silicone preparations for food and personal care | Caldic, a leading distributor and producer of chemicals and food ingredients in Europe, Asia and North America has acquired RoRe Technologies, a producer of silicone preparations based in France....More »
September 2014
- 30 Sep 2014 - Hawkins to acquire Florida-based distributor of water-treatment chemicals, Dumont Company | Hawkins, Inc. (Nasdaq: HWKN) today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire substantially all the assets of The Dumont Company, Inc., a water treatment chemical...More »
- 30 Sep 2014 - Omya and Algol Chemicals to establish Russian JV for the distribution of calcium carbonate and specialty chemicals | Omya and Algol are to establish a joint venture in Russia to strengthen their activities in calcium carbonate and specialty chemicals distribution. The JV company, Omya Algol Rus will provide...More »
- 30 Sep 2014 - Brenntag set to acquire Chimab SPA, an Italian distributor of food ingredients | Brenntag, the global market leader in chemical distribution, has agreed to acquire Chimab SPA, headquartered close to Padua, Italy. The company is a supplier of food ingredients and semi-finished...More »
- 29 Sep 2014 - Recently floated IMCD Group acquires Danasia Inc., Philippines as it continues to expands its global network | The recently floated IMCD Group, a leading international distributor of speciality chemicals and food ingredients, has announced that it has completed the acquisition of Danasia, Inc. in the...More »
- 15 Sep 2014 - Colonial Chemical Solutions, Inc. has merged with fellow US chemical distributor Acme Southern, Inc | South-Eastern US chemical distributor, Colonial Chemical Solutions, Inc has purchased compatriot Acme Southern, Inc. from the owners, the Eichorn family. Financial details of the deal weren't...More »
- 11 Sep 2014 - Banner Chemicals UK, part of the 2M Holdings, signs Worldwide licensing agreement with Pigmentan | Banner Chemicals UK and Pigmentan Ltd have announced the completion of a licensing Agreement which sees the transfer of all manufacturing and the Worldwide marketing rights of the Pigmentan...More »
- 8 Sep 2014 - International ingredients distributor, Barentz establishes its first office on the African continent | Barentz, an international leader in sales, marketing and distribution of food ingredients, has announced that it has opened its first office on the African continent. The new office is based...More »
- 2 Sep 2014 - Brenntag buys Pioma Chemicals as they continue to build-up their distribution business in India | Brenntag has signed an agreement to acquire the specialties chemicals distribution business of Pioma Chemicals, a leading distributor of specialty excipients and functional ingredients to the...More »
August 2014
- 16 Aug 2014 - Australian multinational, Orica to demerge or sell its chemical distribution and manufacturing business | Australian–based multinational, Orica Limited has announced its intention to demerge or sell its chemical distribution and manufacturing business following a strategic review. A separation of...More »
July 2014
- 16 Jul 2014 - UK based 2M Holdings becomes the latest distributor to join FECC | The European Association of Chemical Distributors (Fecc) has announced that 2M Holdings has recently joined the association. FECC now has over 35 company members and includes vitually all of...More »
- 7 Jul 2014 - New York-based PE firm, CI Capital Partners, acquires North American specialty chemicals distributor, Maroon Inc | An affiliate of New York private equity firm CI Capital Partners (CICP) has acquired a majority interest in North American speciality chemicals distributor, Maroon Inc. Terms of the transaction...More »
- 4 Jul 2014 - Surfachem and Vitrine form JV for supply of specialty chemicals to personal care market in Brazil | Surfachem Group Ltd, a 2M Holdings Limited Company (UK) and Vitrine Química Ltda. (Brazil) have announced the formation of their joint venture Surfachem Brasil Ltda., for the distribution and...More »
- 1 Jul 2014 - Nexeo Solutions divests its global composites business to Composites One | Composites One, North America's leading distributor of composites raw materials and value added services has purchased Nexeo Solutions' composites distribution business. All Nexeo Solutions...More »
June 2014
- 27 Jun 2014 - Univar files registration statement for proposed IPO with U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) | Univar Inc. has announced that it has filed a registration statement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) relating to a proposed initial public offering of shares of its common...More »
- 27 Jun 2014 - IMCD Group float on Euronext Amsterdam attacts strong investor demand | The IMCD Group, a leading international speciality chemicals-focused distributor, has begun trading on Euronext Amsterdam with its ordinary shares offered in the Initial Public Offering (IPO)...More »
- 26 Jun 2014 - Barentz International acquires Maustepalvelu, Finland to strengthen its customised blending business | Barentz International has expanded its capacity for producing bespoke food ingredient blends in Europe through the acquisition of Maustepalvelu, Finland. Maustepalvelu (MP Spice Service) specialises...More »
- 18 Jun 2014 - White Sea and Baltic Co Ltd appointed UK and Ireland distributor for Kumar Organic Products, India | From June 1st 2014, The White Sea and Baltic Co Ltd have been appointed as the official distributor for Kumar Organic Products in the UK and Ireland. Kumar Organic Products are a leading manufacturer...More »
- 17 Jun 2014 - DKSH acquires specialty chemicals distributor Zeus Quimica in Iberia | DKSH has announced the acquisition of Zeus Quimica, a top-ranked specialty chemicals distributor in Spain and Portugal. The move strengthens DKSH Business Unit Performance Materials in Europe,...More »
- 5 Jun 2014 - Univar forms JV with E.A. Juffali & Brothers in Saudi Arabia | Univar Inc. has announced the formation of a joint venture with E.A. Juffali & Brothers, a major player in chemicals and other industries based in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The joint venture...More »
- 4 Jun 2014 - TER GROUP expands its US distribution operations with the acquisition of Keim Additec Surface USA, LLC | The TER GROUP have announced that they have acquired a 49% holding in KEIM ADDITEC Surface USA, LLC., based in LaGrange, Illinois. KEIM ADDITEC Surface USA LLC was founded in 2004 as the sales...More »
- 3 Jun 2014 - Brenntag acquires specialist supply chain solutions company in North America, Philchem | Brenntag, the global market leader in chemical distribution, has acquired Philchem, Inc., based in Houston, Texas. Philchem is a specialist in managing individual supply and demand imbalances...More »
- 3 Jun 2014 - IMCD Group announces intention to proceed with Initial Public Offering on Euronext Amsterdam | The IMCD Group, a leading international speciality chemicals-focused distributor, has announced its intention to proceed with an Initial Public Offering (IPO) on Euronext Amsterdam. The offering...More »
- 1 Jun 2014 - Fecc elects new members and officials to its Board of Directors | At the General Assembly Meeting of the European Association of Chemical Distributors ( Fecc) on 26 May, 2014 in Rome, Fecc members unanimously elected Chairman of the Cornelius Group Neville...More »
May 2014
- 28 May 2014 - Southern African focused distributor MillChem acquires Chemicals and Marketing Company, Malawi | Cambria's Millchem division, the first accredited Responsible Distribution company in Africa has announced the the acquisition of Chemicals and Marketing Company Ltd, which will make the company...More »
- 12 May 2014 - IMCD to acquire Jucker Pharma's API agency business based in Sweden | The IMCD Group B.V. have announced that they have signed an agreement to acquire the agency business of Stockholm-based Jucker Pharma, a well established distributor of raw materials to the...More »
- 7 May 2014 - Biesterfeld Group reports steady growth in 2013 despite market challenges | In 2013 the Biesterfeld Group, headquartered in Hamburg, continued to make steady growth despite a challenging business environment. The group increased its revenue by 6.1% to around €1,057M...More »
- 6 May 2014 - UK based Nova Capital Management agrees to sell Canadian distributor, Debro Chemicals to 4I Capital, a Toronto-based private investment company | Nova Capital Management Ltd. has announced it has completed the sale of its portfolio company Debro Chemicals to 4I Capital Inc., a Toronto-based private investment company headed by Brian Imrie....More »
- 1 May 2014 - Established UK chemical distribution business sold to German trader Scheruhn Industrie Mineralien | Gower Chemicals Limited has announced that it has been acquired by Scheruhn Industrie Mineralien ('SIM'), a well-respected, family owned German trading company. Established in 1978 Gower Chemicals...More »
April 2014
- 30 Apr 2014 - Leading Indian distributor, Ramcharan inaugurates rubber technical service centre | Ramcharan, one of the leading chemical distributors operating on the Indian subcontinent, has announced the opening of a new state of art technical services centre near their offices in Chennai....More »
- 28 Apr 2014 - HELM AG acquires Spanish distributor Geblasa, S.A. to strengthen acids and bases business | Helm AG has acquired Spanish distributor Geblasa, S.A. to strengthen the Group's position as a leading marketer of Acids and Lyes in the Mediterranean Region. Geblasa, S.A. is a privately owned...More »
- 9 Apr 2014 - Krahn Chemie enters the Italian distribution market with the acquisition of Pietro Carni | Krahn Chemie GmbH has acquired a majority share in Pietro Carini S.p.A., a speciality chemical distributor headquartered in Milan. Founded in 1868, Pietro Carini is a well-established player...More »
- 7 Apr 2014 - Barentz expands its operations into Australasia with the acquistion of a majority stake in Additive Solutions Pty | Barentz International has acquired a majority stake in Australian distributor, Additive Solutions as part of strategic cooperation for marketing and distribution of specialty ingredients across...More »
- 2 Apr 2014 - Reuters reports world 2nd largest distributor Univar is potentially looking at an IPO | Univar Inc, the largest chemicals distributor in North America, is exploring an initial public offering that could value the private equity-owned company at more than $6 billion, according to...More »
- 1 Apr 2014 - Brenntag expands footprint in Latin America with the acquisition of specialty solvents distributor | Brenntag, the global market leader in chemical distribution, has acquireed Gafor Distribuidora Ltd, a distributor of specialty solvents in Latin America which is part of Grupo Gafor headquartered...More »
March 2014
- 27 Mar 2014 - ACETO Corporation to acquire US distributor of pharma products, PACK Pharmaceuticals, LLC | ACETO Corporation (Nasdaq:ACET), a global leader in the marketing, sale and distribution of products for Human Health, Pharmaceutical Ingredients and Performance Chemicals, has announced that...More »
- 24 Mar 2014 - Latest CBA supply chain survey reveals UK distributors increasingly positive about the future | The latest Supply Chain Trends Survey from the Chemical Business Association (CBA) reveals an increasingly positive outlook for order books as well as current and future sales. The survey also...More »
- 20 Mar 2014 - Ricardo Molina S.A.U. acquires Angem Specialities S.L., Spain to strengthen the company's leadng position in the Iberian market | Effective 28th of February 2014, Ricardo Molina S.A.U. has acquired 100% of the shares of Angem Specialities S.L. to reinforce the company's position as a leading specialty chemical distributor...More »
- 19 Mar 2014 - Leading global distributor, Brenntag delivers sound results for 2013 in challenging markets | Global market leader in chemical distribution, Brenntag has reported strong profits for 2013 despite challenging macroeconomic conditions. For the 2013 financial year, sales increased to EUR...More »
- 19 Mar 2014 - Ireland's leading distributor, National Chemical Company (NCC) wins Deloitte business award | National Chemical Company (NCC) has been named as one of Ireland's 'Best Managed' companies in the Deloitte Best Managed Companies Awards Programme. This year's winning companies were recognised...More »
- 4 Mar 2014 - UK-based chemical distribution group, 2M Holdings Limited joins the Omni-Chem136 alliance | 2M Holdings Ltd., a leading independent chemical distributor has joined Omni-Chem136, the world's largest alliance of regional independent chemical distributors. With combined sales of more...More »
February 2014
- 14 Feb 2014 - UK-based distributor, Surfachem Ltd opens new University-based technical laboratory | Surfachem, a leading specialty chemical distributor to the life sciences segment, has opened a new technical laboratory within the 3M Buckley Innovation Centre at The University of Huddersfield,...More »
- 11 Feb 2014 - Nexeo Solutions to buy mid-size US speciality distributor, Archway Chemicals Inc | Nexeo Solutions has announced that it has entered into an agreement to acquire US distributor Archway Sales, Inc. and JACAAB, LLC ('Archway') as part of the company's continued drive to expand...More »
- 3 Feb 2014 - US specialty distributor KODA Distribution Group (KDG) continues its expansion with the addition of The DeWolf Companies | KODA Distribution Group (KDG) has announced that it has acquired The DeWolf Companies (DeWolf Chemical Inc., Glenn Corporation and Tempo Canada ULC), a distributor serving the personal care,...More »
- 1 Feb 2014 - Robbert Gorter appointed MD of Krahn Chemie subsidiary, ICH Benelux | Krahn Chemie GmbH have appointed Robbert Gorter as Managing Director of their subsidiary ICH Benelux BV effective from 1st February 2014. Robbert Gorter will join ICH Benelux to continue the...More »
January 2014
- 20 Jan 2014 - German-based speciality chemical distributor Bodo Möller acquires adhesive division of Vink Kunststoffe GmbH | Specialty chemicals distributor Bodo Möller Chemie GmbH has concluded a purchase agreement with Vink Kunststoffe GmbH, located in Emmerich am Rhein, to take over its adhesive division which...More »
- 19 Jan 2014 - Leading distributor in Asia-Pacific, Connell Brothers acquires Australian enzyme distributor | Connell Bros. Co. Australasia Pty Ltd., a subsidiary of Wilbur-Ellis Company, has announced that it has acquired the business of Enzyme Solutions Pty Ltd based in Melbourne, Australia. The...More »
- 19 Jan 2014 - Azelis appointed by Coatex as distributor for Homecare, Institutional & Industrial markets | Azelis has announced that they have recently signed an exclusive three year agreement with Coatex to supply Rheosolve products, a range of speciality rheology modifiers, suspension aids and...More »
- 14 Jan 2014 - Norkem Group reports record results for 2013 amid signs of recovery in European markets | Cheshire based international chemical distributor Norkem have announced record results for the fiscal year ending 2013. Alan Nicholson, Group Managing Director of Norkem made the following statement...More »
- 10 Jan 2014 - US speciality distribution group, KODA Distribution acquires New Jersey-based Marcor Development Corp | Marcor Development Corp., a New Jersey-based distributor of specialty chemicals and naturally derived ingredients for use in nutraceuticals, biologicals, pharmaceuticals and related applications...More »
- 4 Jan 2014 - Biesterfeld launches its specialty chemical distribution business in the UK | Effective from January 1st, 2014 Biesterfeld Spezialchemie GmbH has announced that it has commenced business activities in the UK and Ireland in cooperation with its existing joint venture company,...More »