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DuPont acquires Donatelle Plastics for $313M (Announced in June) Win for Medical Alley! Will the acquisition attract or deter customers? DuPont’s acquisition of Donatelle Plastics is a smart move that could really impact the medtech industry. By combining Donatelle’s expertise in specialized medtech manufacturing with DuPont’s strong materials science background, there’s a real opportunity to speed up the development of innovative medical devices. This isn’t just about creating better products and improving patient care—it's also a strategic way for DuPont to gain access to high-value medtech clients. This acquisition could be a game-changer for DuPont in the healthcare market. #medtech #mn #design #plastics #engineering

Chemical Highlights: our top-five pick of global M&A and senior people moves impacting fine and specialty chemicals markets this week:
 
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    1. Following the initial announcement on 20th March, Johnson Matthey has now completed the sale of its medical device components business to MONTAGU PRIVATE EQUITY S A S for £550 million ($700 million). This strategic move allows Montagu to expand into high-growth medical device components, leveraging the medical device components business expertise in platinum group metals and nitinol for minimally invasive medical devices.      2. Incendin has acquired ProPHOS Chemicals, a leading Italian provider of fire-fighting agents and flame retardants, bolstering its position in European markets. This acquisition supports Incendin's strategy to lead in life-saving chemistry and sustainable technologies across Europe.      3. Meridian Adhesives Group, a prominent manufacturer of high-performance adhesives, has acquired BONDLOC UK LTD, a specialised adhesive manufacturer based in the UK. This strategic acquisition enhances Meridian's product range and market presence, reinforcing its commitment to delivering comprehensive adhesive solutions across various industries.    4. Following the passing of Georg Brunstam, HEXPOL Compounding has appointed Klas Dahlberg as its president and CEO. With over 30 years of international leadership experience, Dahlberg’s tenure is expected to drive Hexpol’s strategic growth through acquisitions and polymer solutions development, with an increased focus on sustainability.     5. Axalta has successfully acquired CoverFlexx Group from Transtar Holding Company, strengthening its automotive refinish coatings portfolio in North America. This acquisition underscores Axalta’s commitment to enhancing their refinish business and expanding its product offerings.    #MergersandAcquisitions #CorporateDevelopments #ChemicalIndustry 

Join us TODAY at 11:30 a.m. for an insightful webinar where experts from Heraeus Medevio will showcase the importance of choosing the right partner when looking to outsource the manufacturing of your #catheters.  Discover the pitfalls of choosing suppliers that offer quick wins without scalable capabilities, and gain valuable insights on how end-to-end processes, a global footprint, and a commitment to world-class quality and on-time delivery make all the difference. In this webinar, you will learn: - The importance of choosing the right partner for #CatheterManufacturing transfers. - Key criteria for evaluating potential partners, including scalability, end-to-end processes, global presence, and a commitment to quality and on-time delivery. - The advantages of a vertically integrated #SupplyChain for managing risk and achieving long-term success in catheter manufacturing. REGISTER HERE: https://lnkd.in/eDGhcy9z Tobias Rokosch Frederic Bühler Marco Pacheco

Knightsbridge Plastics Inc. was acquired by Viant Medical to add micro-molding to their design and manufacturing services. More on how Viant is expanding their medical device solutions: https://buff.ly/3OulNOR #todaysmedicaldevelopmentsmag #tmdmag #medtech #manufacturing #viant #knightsbridgeplastics #acquisition

Advanced therapy manufacturers, consider logistics early in process development! Andrea Zobel, Senior Director of Personalized Supply Chain, advises integrating shipping considerations into the design of formulations and manufacturing facilities. Learn more about her perspectives here: https://lnkd.in/gMw7fjT2 #advancedtherapy #supplychain

H.B. Fuller to Further Focus Portfolio US Chemical Company Makes Two Bolt-on Acquisitions and Reorganizes a Segment H.B. Fuller Company, the largest pure-play adhesives company in the world, recently announced that it has signed agreements to acquire two leading medical adhesive technology companies, GEM S.r.l. and Medifill Ltd. Medifill is an Irish formulator and producer of medical-grade #cyanoacrylate adhesives with a state-of-the-art clean room and manufacturing capabilities. Medifill produces advanced technology that is specifically tailored for the wound closure market. The next-generation formulations enable fast, safe, and effective wound closure. GEM S.r.l. is an Italian manufacturer and market-leading provider of medical adhesives and innovative application devices approved and certified for over 80 internal indications. The acquisition establishes a European headquarters for H.B. Fuller’s medical adhesives technologies (MAT) business and expands the company’s medical adhesive offerings. These acquisitions build upon H.B. Fuller’s previous investments in the tissue adhesives market — including the acquisition of Cyberbond in 2016, Tissue Seal in 2021, and Adhezion Biomedical in 2023 — significantly expanding the company’s global MAT business and geographic footprint.

📈🏗️🤝 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 & 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐂𝐌𝐎 𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲🤝🏗️📈 CMO ROW here with a very exciting news update from the Med Device CMO space, to take us into the memorial day, long weekend ahead! ⭐ DuPont split into 3 independent, publicly traded companies DuPont carries over 220 years of heritage becoming a key manufacturing and chemical organisation. with revenues $12billion+. DuPont recently made the huge acquisition of Spectrum Plastics Group, A DuPont Business within our industry. The organisations will separate into 'Water', 'Electronics' and 'New DuPont'. The latter consisting of industrial solutions along with healthcare. Ed Breen (Executive Chairman & CEO) says, "This is an extraordinary opportunity to deliver long-term, sustainable shareholder value through the creation of three strong, industry-leading companies." ⭐ Cadence, Inc. open Costa Rica facility Cadence have continued their great growth and have now opened a low cost manufacturing facility in Costa Rica, to join a variety of other companies who have a base in the country. Rob Werge (President & CEO) says, “Costa Rica offers a strategic location, a talented workforce, and a sustainable environment, making it the ideal destination for expanding our operations outside of the United States” ⭐ LISI MEDICAL break ground on the expansion of their Big Lake, MN facility LISI Medical are expanding the facility by 45,000ft and will now have a total facility size of 152,000ft at the site upon completion. The total expansion cost is approximately $11 million and will create approximately 30 jobs over the next two years. 🤝 Best of luck to all involved, looking forward to seeing your continued growth across this year! ❓Did I miss anything? - let me know in the comments❓ If you're looking to hire CMO-experienced talent, please reach out as it would be good to learn more on your plans! 📞 +44 775-455-8706 / +1 929-294-7260 📩 rowan.porter@medical-cm.com #medicaldevices #medicaldevicemanufacturing #cmo #contractmanufacturing #expansion #growth

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Two Groundbreaking PHACT PHA-Based Compounds for Compostable Film Packaging Introduced by CJ BIOMATERIALS, Inc. In 2022, CJ Biomaterials started manufacturing PHA biopolymers under the PHACT brand. Since then, the business has collaborated with other organizations to use its PHA technology in the development of creative solutions. The introduction of these novel compounds, PHACT CA1270P (clear) and PHACT CA1240PF (opaque), represents a major breakthrough in environmentally friendly flexible packaging. Outperforming LDPE/LLDPE blown films, these compounds exhibit higher tear resistance, ensuring strong and long term reliability. Follow Pouch for the latest updates from the Packaging industry. Article sourced from Sustainable Packaging News CJ BIOMATERIALS, Inc. Max Senechal #machinerymanufacturing #oem #pouch #pouchnews #packaging #flexiblepackaging #b2b #b2c #trends #packagingtrends #compostablefilms #sustainablepackaging  #businessmanagement #acquisition #merger #mergerandacquisition #expo #exhibition #collaboration #plasticpackaging #packagingmachine #packagingmachinery #iiot #plc #packagingtechnology #ecofriendly #oemservices #packagingsolutions #packagingindustry #news #innovation #sustainability #automation #innovativesolutions #strategy

🔎 "How Standard Glass Lining’s IPO Can Reshape Manufacturing Strategies" 📈 What if an IPO could transform your supply chain while aligning with the fastest-growing markets? The manufacturing sector is evolving rapidly, with pharmaceuticals, specialty chemicals, and advanced manufacturing technologies driving unprecedented demand. As supply chains face increasing pressure, the upcoming IPO of Standard Glass Lining Technology Limited (January 6–8, 2025) presents a rare opportunity—not just for financial returns but for strategic alignment with the future of manufacturing. 💡 Why it matters for leaders in strategy, marketing, sales, and pricing: Strengthen Supply Chains: Increased production of synthetic silica ensures resilience in volatile markets. Expand Commercial Strategies: Align your business with high-growth sectors like pharmaceuticals and chemicals. Differentiate Through Innovation: Leverage turnkey solutions to deliver end-to-end reliability and scalability. 🔑 In my latest blog, I explore how this IPO can help manufacturing leaders: 1️⃣ Address supply chain challenges through strategic investments. 2️⃣ Reposition value propositions to resonate with customer demands. 3️⃣ Refine pricing strategies to capture premium opportunities. 👉 Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/eZx5qNzd 📩 Ready to discuss how your business can capitalise on this opportunity? Let’s connect and craft strategies tailored to your market goals. #Manufacturing #Strategy #IPO #SupplyChain #Pharmaceuticals #SpecialtyChemicals #AdvancedManufacturing #GrowthStrategy #Marketing #Pricing #Sales