Kemira Group has acquired Brazilian water treatment chemicals company Nheel Química Ltda to strengthen its presence in Brazil's rapidly growing water treatment market.
Target Company Overview
Kemira Group has officially acquired Nheel Química Ltda, a Brazilian company specializing in water treatment chemicals. Nheel Química holds a significant position in Brazil’s market as the second largest producer of iron salts and the largest producer of aluminum salts for water treatment. In 2007, Nheel Química reported revenues of approximately EUR 26 million, demonstrating its robust presence in the industry.
This acquisition is poised to enhance Kemira’s position in Brazil, the largest and fastest growing water treatment market in Latin America. Nheel Química’s extensive customer base primarily includes municipal drinking water treatment facilities and sewage treatment plants, making it a strategic addition to Kemira’s operations.
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Industry Overview in Brazil
The water treatment sector in Brazil is experiencing exponential growth driven by increasing environmental regulations and rising population demands in urban areas. Major cities, particularly São Paulo, are wi
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Kemira Group
invested in
Nheel Química Ltda
in 2008
in a Buyout deal
Disclosed details
Revenue: $34M