Core Insights - The acquisition of Merck Group's surface solutions business (SUSONITY) by Global New Materials International is the largest overseas merger in China's pearlescent materials industry, completed with a transaction value exceeding 5.5 billion RMB [1][3] - The acquisition is strategically significant, allowing Global New Materials to enhance its global presence and integrate advanced technologies and international branding into its operations [1][4] Company Overview - Global New Materials International, established in 2011, has become the largest producer of pearlescent pigments in China by 2019 and was successfully listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange in July 2021 [3] - The company reported a total revenue of 1.662 billion RMB for 2024, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 51.15%, and a net profit attributable to shareholders of 242 million RMB, up 33.37% [3] Acquisition Details - The acquisition involves seven subsidiaries of Merck located in Germany, Japan, and the United States, covering 18 countries and primarily targeting the coatings, cosmetics, and industrial surface solutions markets [4] - The financial performance of Merck's surface solutions business shows revenues of 433 million EUR (approximately 3.636 billion RMB), 405 million EUR (approximately 3.401 billion RMB), and 402 million EUR (approximately 3.376 billion RMB) for the years 2022 to 2024, respectively [4] Strategic Goals - The ultimate goal of Global New Materials is to create a "global surface materials ecosystem platform," leveraging SUSONITY's established cross-border e-commerce channels and localized service systems to enhance international market penetration and sales growth [4] - Post-acquisition, the company aims to achieve synergies in raw material collaboration, capacity optimization, process integration, and cost control, thereby improving operational efficiency and profitability [4][5]
环球新材国际完成55亿元收购，正式接管默克SUSONITY业务