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Kymera International Acquires Coating Center Castrop GmbH

Kymera International, a leading global company specialized in advanced materials and surface processing technologies, has officially announced the acquisition of Coating Center Castrop GmbH (CCC). This strategic move will significantly bolster Kymera’s presence in the thermal spray services sector and expand their operational reach across Europe.

Located in Castrop-Rauxel, Germany, Coating Center Castrop GmbH is renowned for offering comprehensive thermal and precision processing solutions. These services are critical to various industries such as aerospace, marine, pharmaceuticals, and general manufacturing. By integrating CCC’s capabilities, Kymera aims to enhance their offerings to clients across Europe, allowing for more efficient solutions that address extreme wear challenges faced by costly components.

Barton White, CEO of Kymera International, emphasized the importance of this acquisition, stating, "The Kymera Surface Technologies business is distinguished by its ability to deliver high-performance, comprehensive, and customizable thermal spray solutions, coupled with excellent support and service. The acquisition of CCC further strengthens our ability to provide regional services on a global scale while supporting our strategic growth initiatives in the aerospace industry through our HaloJet ID HVOF™ technology."

Furthermore, Adam Shebitz, Partner and head of industry at Palladium Equity Partners, expressed enthusiasm for the acquisition, noting, "This acquisition accelerates the trajectory of Kymera Surface Technologies. We anticipate that its strategically located presence in Germany will unlock future growth in the European aerospace sector, facilitating the expansion of Kymera's HaloJet technology."

The Coating Center supports clients with numerous high-value services, including oxy-fuel high-velocity thermal spray, plasma, wire and powder flame, as well as arc spray coatings, alongside engineering, design, and manufacturing solutions. The team at CCC shared their excitement about partnering with Kymera, stating, "We are pleased to have found a partner like Kymera, which will continue our journey and complement it with further innovative spray technologies, allowing us to offer an even wider range of coating processes and services to our customers."

This acquisition also aligns with Kymera International’s legacy, with roots dating back to the 1800s, positioning the company as a prominent American developer and manufacturer of advanced specialty materials and high-performance surface coatings. Their products are marketed across various sectors, from aerospace to defense, medical, electronics, chemical, specialty automotive, additive manufacturing, and numerous industrial applications.

In summary, the acquisition of Coating Center Castrop GmbH not only enhances Kymera’s operational capabilities in Europe but also signifies a formidable step forward in its global strategy. With manufacturing facilities spread across the USA, Canada, Australia, Europe, the UK, Asia, and Brazil, Kymera is well-prepared to fortify its position in the competitive market of specialty materials and surface technologies.

For more information, visit Kymera International.

About Coating Center Castrop GmbH

Founded in 1999, Coating Center Castrop GmbH is a trusted provider of wear-resistant and corrosion-resistant solutions across multiple industries. Located in Castrop-Rauxel, Germany, CCC excels in advanced spray technologies while offering engineering, design, production, and mechanical solutions. For detailed information, please visit Coating Center.

About Palladium Equity Partners, LLC

Palladium is a mid-sized private equity firm with over $3 billion in assets under management. Since its inception in 1997, Palladium has invested in more than 220 companies, focusing on partnerships that provide capital, strategic guidance, and operational oversight. For further insights, please visit Palladium Equity.