Mergers/Acquisitions

Olin, Huntsman Clear Key Regulatory Step in Merger

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 10:44:19 -0400

The planned Olin-Huntsman merger has advanced following the expiration of the HSR Act waiting period.

Sika Closes Acquisition of Akkim

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 17:53:28 -0400

The acquisition expands the company's geographic reach and enhances its manufacturing capacity.

HarperLove Expands Corrugated Packaging Portfolio with Acquisition

Sun, 30 Aug 2026 21:50:55 -0400

HarperLove, provider of adhesives, performance additives, and technical solutions for the corrugated packaging industry, has acquired the corrugated products business of ChromaScape.

AMS Shareholders Approve Proposed Acquisition by H.B. Fuller

Sun, 30 Aug 2026 20:21:04 -0400

At a specially convened meeting, shareholders of Advanced Medical Solutions Group plc (AMS) approved H.B. Fuller’s proposed acquisition of the company.

Chase Corp. Announces Hylomar Acquisition

Sat, 29 Aug 2026 15:10:00 -0400

Engineered materials provider Chase Corp., Westwood, Massachusetts, recently announced the acquisition of UK-based Hylomar Holdings Limited.

Shareholders of Olin and Huntsman Approve Merger

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 12:22:12 -0400

Shareholders of Olin Corp. and Huntsman Corp. have approved the proposals necessary to complete the previously announced all-stock merger of the two companies.

RAMPF Announces Acquisition of Chinese Mixing and Dispensing Specialist

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 07:27:24 -0400

The RAMPF Group has acquired HGIT Dalian Huagong Innovation Technology Co., Ltd., a China-based specialist in mixing and dispensing systems.

H.B. Fuller Board Rejects Unsolicited Proposal for Building Adhesives Solutions Business

Mon, 24 Aug 2026 11:41:03 -0400

The board of directors of H.B. Fuller Co. unanimously rejected Ancora’s unsolicited, non-binding proposal to acquire its Building Adhesives Solutions business.

H.B. Fuller Receives BAS Acquisition Proposal as AMS Deal Proceeds

Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:24:32 -0400

H.B. Fuller has received an unsolicited proposal from Ancora Holdings to acquire its Building Adhesives Solutions (BAS) business, as it proceeds with the acquisition of Advanced Medical Solutions Group (AMS).

APPLIED Adhesives Expands European Presence

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 11:26:05 -0400

APPLIED Adhesives has acquired Van Asperen Kleefstoffen, a Netherlands-based adhesive solutions provider serving the packaging, labeling, and paper converting markets.

Univar Solutions Expands Reach in Rubber, Plastics, and Adhesive Additives with New Acquisition

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 11:48:43 -0400

Univar Solutions LLC recently announced the acquisition of H.M. Royal, a 101-year-old specialty distributor of rubber, plastics, and adhesive additives.

Saint-Gobain Expands Presence in Asia-Pacific with Acquisitions

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 13:17:07 -0400

Saint-Gobain has expanded its presence in the Asia-Pacific region through two acquisitions that strengthen its construction materials and construction chemicals businesses.

Univar Solutions Expands EMEA CASE Distribution with Interpur Acquisition

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 12:12:49 -0400

Univar Solutions LLC has acquired Interpur Chemicals, a distributor of polyurethanes and powder coatings in Europe.

Matrix Adhesives Expands Portfolio with IPS Adhesives Acquisition

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 08:19:35 -0400

Matrix Adhesives Group, a TruArc Partners portfolio company that supplies adhesives and sealants for construction, industrial, commercial, and specialty applications, has acquired IPS Adhesives.

APPLIED Adhesives Expands Silicone Solutions and East Coast Presence with Acquisition

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 16:36:04 -0400

APPLIED Adhesives has acquired Industrial Sales and Distribution Inc. (ISD), a distributor of adhesives and silicones serving manufacturing customers for more than 35 years.

BYK Announces Strategic Acquisition in the Autonomous Driving Market

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 20:32:14 -0400

The acquisition strengthens BYK’s measurement and testing instrument business, adding patented technology for radar measurement of painted automotive components.

IMCD Announces Plans to Acquire Merit Solution

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 11:00:54 -0400

IMCD N.V. has signed an agreement to acquire 100% of the shares in Merit Solution Co. Ltd, a distributor of additives serving the plastics and compounding industry in Thailand.

Covestro Finalizes Acquisition of Former Vencorex Sites

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Covestro has completed the acquisition of two former Vencorex production sites for HDI derivatives in Rayong, Thailand, and Freeport, Texas.

H.B. Fuller Announces Offer to Buy Advanced Medical Solutions Group

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 08:52:16 -0400

H.B. Fuller Co. has made a recommended cash offer to acquire Advanced Medical Solutions Group plc (AMS).

Synthomer to Divest Acrylate Monomers Business

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 12:25:38 -0400

Synthomer announced that it has agreed to divest Synthomer a.s., the operating company for its Acrylate Monomers business based in the Czech Republic.

Huntsman to Merge with Olin, Creating $12 Billion Chemicals Leader

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 08:59:52 -0400

Olin Corp. and Huntsman Corp. have entered into a definitive agreement to combine in an all-stock merger of equals.

Acquisition Broadens DiversiTech's Reach in Specialty Adhesives Markets

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 11:38:04 -0400

DiversiTech is broadening its reach in the adhesives and sealants market with the acquisition of Polymer Adhesives, a supplier of high-performance bonding and sealing solutions.

EU Safeguards Aerospace Sealants Supply Chain in BASF Transaction

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 09:27:33 -0400

The European Commission has conditionally approved, under the EU Merger Regulation, the proposed acquisition of BASF's coatings division by U.S.-based Carlyle Group Inc.

Graco Acquires Adhesive Systems Company Valco Melton

Fri, 22 May 2026 10:38:49 -0400

Graco Inc. has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Valco Melton, a provider of adhesive application and quality assurance systems.

UNITED RESINS Strengthens Sustainable Chemicals Value Chain with FLORPINUS Deal

Wed, 13 May 2026 11:10:08 -0400

The acquisition signals a major move to expand sustainable rosin derivatives and specialty chemicals capabilities across global markets.

APPLIED Adhesives Acquires LJD Packaging

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 07:13:16 -0400

APPLIED Adhesives has completed its acquisition of LJD Packaging, a distributor of adhesives and equipment.

TruArc Partners Acquires Matrix Adhesives Group

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 10:28:25 -0400

The strategic partnership will support Matrix’s expansion of its product offerings, end markets, and customer base.

Arsenal Capital Partners Completes Sale of ATP Adhesive Systems

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 10:58:48 -0400

After expansion and investment from Arsenal Capital Partners, ATP Adhesive Systems has been acquired by a new company, signaling consolidation in the adhesives industry.

Burgess Pigment to Acquire Thiele Kaolin

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 12:16:47 -0400

Burgess Pigment Co., supplier of specialty kaolin pigments and functional mineral products, and Thiele Kaolin Co. announced that the parties have entered into a definitive agreement whereby Burgess Pigment will acquire Thiele.

Chemical Concepts Expands Nationwide Reach with New Acquisition

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 16:22:30 -0500

Chemical Concepts has acquired a Texas-based supplier of specialty consumables for science and industrial customers.