Brenntag, a chemicals and ingredients distributor, acquires all operating assets and business of Matrix Chemical (Matrix). The company is an acetone and solvents distributor.
Combined Network to Improve Geographic Coverage
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With the acquisition of Matrix we create a reliable and competitive logistics network for acetone and solvents in North America that allows us to take advantage of market opportunities and to deliver a variety of core products to our customers more efficiently, economically, and in a more sustainable manner. Overall, we expect significant operating synergies by leveraging Matrix’s supplier relationships, logistics network, and bulk storage capacity in combination with Brenntag’s existing North American infrastructure and outbound logistics,” said Steven Terwindt, member of the management board of Brenntag SE and COO Brenntag Essentials.
The company distributes acetone and other solvents to customers throughout the United States and Canada. These products are used in various industries such as personal care, adhesives, and the paint and coatings industry. Matrix operates storage tanks at bulk terminals in Houston (Texas), Chicago (Illinois), Vanport (Pennsylvania), and Wilmington (North Carolina).
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Matrix and its terminals in the United States perfectly complement our existing network in the region. The acquisition is strategically aligned with our growth strategy in North America as it creates substantial additional acetone capacity in key geographic areas at advantaged barge economics. The combined network will improve our geographic coverage and operating efficiency and allow us to better serve our customer and supply partners alike,” said Anthony Gerace, managing director of mergers & acquisitions at Brenntag SE, on the strategic opportunities of the acquisition.
Closing and signing of the acquisition occurred simultaneously.
Source: Brenntag