RDJ advised Carbon Chemicals Group (“Carbon Group”), a full-service distributor of specialty chemicals, food ingredients, pharmaceutical raw materials, agriculture products, and paints on its acquisition by Shrieve Chemical Company (“Shrieve”).
The acquisition broadens Shrieve’s footprint in the speciality chemicals market and enhances its ability to support customers across Europe.
"The level of personal attention, care, and commitment to getting the deal over the line provided by the RDJ team was exceptional and allowed us to focus on our business operations with the confidence that the complexities of the deal were being expertly managed. Furthermore, their strategic insights were invaluable, helping us navigate the intricacies of the transaction seamlessly. RDJ was instrumental to the success of this acquisition, and we couldn't have asked for better legal support throughout this process." - Brian Walsh, Managing Director, Carbon Group
Carbon Group, headquartered in Ringaskiddy, Cork, Ireland, is a specialised distributor of chemicals, food ingredients, pharmaceutical raw materials, agriculture products and high-end paints. Founded in 1967, the company has evolved from a supplier of farm detergent products to Irish dairy farmers, to become a dynamic business with a global outlook serving the specialised needs of its customers across pharma, bio-pharma, medical device, cosmetic, agri-food, beverage and other industries.
Based in The Woodlands, Texas, Shrieve is a value-added chemicals distributor serving markets and end-use applications globally. Through its four operating segments, Chemical Distribution, Specialty Lubricants and Enhancers, Energy Products and Services, and Custom Packaging, Shrieve markets nearly 1,500 products across more than 40 countries.
The RDJ transaction team was led by Bryan McCarthy (Corporate and Commercial) and included Leanne Connell (Corporate and Commercial) John Dwyer (Real Estate), Mark Barrett and Mark Ludlow (Tax), Shane O’Connor (Environmental) and Jennifer Cashman (Employment).
Learn more about our Mergers and Acquisitions team here.