September 12 2023, David R Brown
Safic-Alcan further strengthens its presence in Southern Africa with the addition of Southern Chemicals
Safic-Alcan, a major distributor of specialty chemicals and ingredients, have acquired 100% of Southern Chemicals (Pty) Ltd., a leading specialty chemical distributor operating in the Southern African and Indian Ocean region.
We started our activities in South Africa in 2020, and the addition of Southern chemicals will create a very strong platform for continued further growth
Yann Lissillour
CEO of the Safic-Alcan Group
Established in 1996 by Rod Proome, Southern Chemicals supplies industrial speciality chemicals and additives into industries such as polyurethane foams, industrial coatings, adhesives and elastomers. With warehousing capabilities in Durban, Port Elizabeth, Johannesburg and Cape town, Southern Chemicals is very well positioned to sell and distribute specialty chemicals and additives across the region.
Commenting on the acquisition, Yann Lissillour, CEO of the Safic-Alcan Group said: “We are thrilled to welcome Rod Proome, Mike Formo and the entire team to the Safic-Alcan Group. We started our activities in South Africa in 2020, and the addition of Southern chemicals will create a very strong platform for continued further growth.”
Rod Proome, owner and CEO of Southern Chemicals added: “While Southern Chemicals will retain its own identity, the new partnership with Safic-Alcan's established world network and technical expertise fits very well with Southern Chemical's industry footprint. Not only will this new shareholding enhance product offering and technology support to our customers, but it will provide a strategic long-term commitment to our loyal supplier partners and growth opportunities for our employees. ”
About Safic-Alcan
Safic-Alcan is a French independent distributor of specialty chemicals headquartered in Paris La Défense (France). The Company develops and provides wide ranges of polymers, materials and additives for the rubber, coatings, adhesives, thermoplastics, polyurethane, lubricants, detergency, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and nutraceuticals industries. With a network of 35 offices strategically located in Europe, Turkey, Middle East, North America, Mexico, South America, China and South Africa, and 780 people worldwide, Safic-Alcan generated a turnover of 907 M€ in 2022.
Source(s): Safic-Alcan Press Release
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