Brenntag Acquires Monarch Chemicals to Boost UK Distribution and Blending Capabilities

Brenntag Acquires Monarch Chemicals to Boost UK Distribution and Blending Capabilities

(IN BRIEF) Brenntag, a global leader in chemicals and ingredients distribution, has acquired Monarch Group Holdings Ltd. and its subsidiary Monarch Chemicals Ltd. in the UK. This acquisition includes sites in Southeast England and Scotland, enhancing Brenntag’s last-mile service operations. The move expands Brenntag’s product portfolio and blending capabilities, benefiting customers with a broader range of products and services. Monarch, established in 1989, reported annual sales of GBP 35.1 million in 2023. The financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.

(PRESS RELEASE) ESSEN, 2-Aug-2024 — /EuropaWire/ — Brenntag, the global leader in chemicals and ingredients distribution, has announced the acquisition of Monarch Group Holdings Ltd. and its operating subsidiary, Monarch Chemicals Ltd., in the United Kingdom. This strategic move includes two sites in Southeast England and Scotland, enhancing Brenntag’s last-mile service operations in the UK.

Russel Argo, Regional President of Brenntag Essentials EMEA, praised Monarch’s established product and service offerings, expressing enthusiasm for the combined expertise, infrastructure, and expanded liquid and powder blending capabilities. He noted that the acquisition aligns with Brenntag’s strategy to broaden its product portfolio and value-added services, benefiting customers through enhanced regional supply chain support within Brenntag’s global network.

Founded in 1989, Monarch Chemicals is a leading distributor of commodity and agricultural chemicals in the UK, offering professional distribution services for a diverse range of industry sectors. The company operates several sites and blending facilities, supplying products such as Inorganic Chemicals, Citrates, and Glycols. In 2023, Monarch reported annual sales of GBP 35.1 million.

Jon Hill, Managing Director of Monarch, expressed confidence in the acquisition, highlighting the advantages of Brenntag’s global scale and network, which will enhance Monarch’s ability to serve its customers with a wider range of products and services.

Financial details of the transaction were not disclosed, and the signing and closing of the deal occurred simultaneously.

Media Contacts:

Verena Blaschke
Brenntag SE
Senior Vice President Global Communications
+49 201 6496 1213
verena.blaschke@brenntag.com

Robert Reitze
Brenntag SE
Press Officer Global Communications
+49 201 6496 2128
Robert.Reitze@brenntag.com

SOURCE: Brenntag SE