HEXPOL has signed an agreement to acquire 80 percent of the shares in Piedmont Resin Supply, LLC (Piedmont) from the founder Mr. Matt Griffith and Mr. Paul Daniel. Piedmont was founded in 2013 and has grown to become one of the largest independent nylon compounders in the US. The company is an industry leader in technical nylon compounds on the US market and services a variety of customers within automotive, transportation and the furniture industries. Piedmont operates a well invested manufacturing facility in Cartersville, GA with some 60 employees and further capacity to grow. The company has a turnover of some 60 MUSD and a profitability on a similar level to the HEXPOL Group.

“We see the merger with HEXPOL as the perfect fit between two successful companies with similar cultures and future ambitions. Piedmont brings a portfolio of superior nylon compounds and strong market presence, which together with HEXPOL’s complimentary product portfolio and financial strength will enable further growth prospects.”

Matt Griffith and Paul Daniel

“The acquisition of Piedmont adds new capabilities, application knowhow and a new customer base to HEXPOL Thermoplastic Compounding in the US.”

Jan Wikström, President HEXPOL Thermoplastic Compounding

“Piedmont has a diverse product portfolio and is a leading independent nylon compounder. With this acquisition we broaden the capabilities of the HEXPOL Group on the US market.  We look forward to continuing the successful journey of Piedmont together with the founders Matt and Paul.”

Klas Dahlberg, President and CEO, HEXPOL Group

The acquisition price amounts to 86 MUSD on a cash and debt free basis and is funded by a combination of bank facilities and cash. The closing took place on October 31, 2024. Pursuant to the agreement, HEXPOL has an option to acquire the remaining shares, and the founders have an option to sell their remaining shares to HEXPOL.