Solenis to acquire paper Process Chemicals Business of KLK Kolb Group. The deal includes a long-term supply agreement, in which the KLK Kolb Group will manufacture paper process chemicals exclusively for Solenis.

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KLK Kolb Group to sell paper process chemicals business to Solenis

KLK Kolb Group to sell paper process chemicals business to Solenis

Image: From left to right: Adrian Tschuor (CFO KLK Kolb), Scott Barrett (Vice President – Global Head of Corporate Development, Strategy and M&A, Solenis LLC), Florian Krückl (Managing Director KLK Kolb Group)

Solenis and Kolb Distribution Ltd., a unit of KLK Kolb Group, have announced that Solenis has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire the latter’s paper process chemicals business. The deal includes a long-term supply agreement, in which the KLK Kolb Group will manufacture paper process chemicals exclusively for Solenis.

KLK Kolb Group offers a broad portfolio of paper process chemicals, including deposit control, cleaning and foam control agents primarily for the EMEA pulp and paper markets. Its wide range of manufacturing process technologies, including alkoxylation, esterification and dispersion, enables KLK Kolb Group to offer a broad range of products, as well as offer customized solutions for its customers.

The transaction is expected to be completed before the end of Q1 2023, subject to regulatory approval and customary closing conditions.

Solenis and KLK Kolb Group will continue to operate as independent companies until the transaction is complete.

Solenis is a leading global producer of specialty chemicals.