Barentz, a global specialty ingredients provider, recently announced the acquisition of NCD Ingredients, a specialty, personal, and home care ingredients distributor active in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland (DACH). The acquisition enhances Barentz’s presence in the DACH region, with a particular focus on Germany—the second-largest personal care market in EMEA.
Global specialty ingredients solution provider Barentz has appointed Derk Jan Terhorst as group CEO, effective Jan. 1, 2025. He will take over from Terry Hill who served as interim CEO since May 2024.
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Dutch-based multinational distributor Barentz announced that Unipex Solutions France, which it acquired in 2022, transformed into Barentz France. This new structure marks a major strategic turning point, symbolizing the complete integration of Unipex within Barentz and strengthening its presence in France, the group said.
Barentz recently appointed Lars Schneider as the new Chief Executive Officer for the EMEA region, starting October 1st, 2024. Lars will also become a member of the Barentz Board.
Global specialty ingredients solution provider Barentz International recently announced the acquisition of Anshul Life Sciences in India, a specialty chemicals distributor that caters to regulated pharmaceuticals, food & nutraceuticals, and personal care markets.
Barentz has acquired Radian in India, reinforcing its product portfolio with color cosmetic ingredients. The move anticipates substantial growth in the Asia Pacific region. Radian's CEO, Manoj Botadra, and the current team will continue to manage operations, ensuring a smooth transition.
Barentz has appointed Peter Boone as its new CEO, effective Oct. 1, 2023. He succeeds Hidde van der Wal, who is to retire after leading the company more than 20 years.
Together with its Brazilian joint venture partner Tovani Benzaquen Ingredientes, Dutch distributor Barentz International has bought Metachem Industrial e Comercial and associate Chemtra Comercial Importação e Exportação.
Dutch life science ingredients distributor Barentz has acquired Viachem, a US-based company that distributes specialty chemicals, food additives and ingredients.
The consolidation in the distribution sector continues. In the latest deal, Life Sciences distributor Barentz International has announced the acquisition of Volp Indústria e Comércio, a Brazilian distributor of supplies and solutions for the Personal Care sector.
Mergers & acquisitions activity in the chemical distribution industry was high in 2021, but current macro-economic conditions may have a dampening effect on the number of deals that will conclude by the end of this year.
Dutch-based multinational distributor Barentz will acquire Unipex, a French-headquartered distributor of life science and specialty chemicals, for an undisclosed sum. The purchase of the Paris-based group strengthens Barentz’ presence in France and immediately complements its European network. It also provides a stepping stone for Barentz in North Africa.
Dutch-based global distributor Barentz International, specializing in life science ingredients, has acquired unspecified assets of Chemcel, a distributor of specialty ingredients for the Mexican pharmaceutical and nutrition markets. Financial terms were not disclosed.
Globally active life science ingredients distributor Barentz International is acquiring an undisclosed majority stake in the distribution activities of India’s Gangwal Chemicals. The Mumbai-based company is a high-end distributor and specialty solutions provider that focuses on pharmaceuticals with a strong presence in the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, personal care and cosmetics ingredients segments. Additionally, it has a strong position in high-end and niche specialty excipients.
In his interview with CHEManager, Hidde van der Wal, CEO of chemical distributor Barentz, talks about the company’s performance in 2020 and latest strategic developments.
Dutch life science ingredients distributor Barentz has opened an office in Buenos Aires, Argentina, expanding its coverage in Latin America. The move coincides with the appointment of subsidiary Barentz Argentina as a strategic partner of Roquette Freres for all of its human nutrition and pharmaceutical ingredients business in the country.
Analysis of the mergers & acquisitions activity in chemical distribution under the impression of the pandemic situation and how it might develop going forward.
Dutch distributor Barentz has acquired a majority stake in the Noack Group, extending its activities in the Central/East European region and gaining a complementary portfolio of animal nutrition ingredients.
Leading global distributor of life science ingredients Barentz has expanded its activities in the Asian life science markets with the acquisition of Singapore-headquartered Nardev, a distributor specialized in the personal care market. Financial details were not disclosed.
Barentz, a Dutch distributor of life science ingredients, has agreed to acquire Maroon Group in the US for an undisclosed sum. The deal, which significantly extends Barentz’s footprint in North America, is expected to close by the end of this year.
