• Written on 29.06.2011 - Industry
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DSM acquires majority share in UHMWPE fibre manufacturer in China

Royal DSM N. V. has signed an agreement to acquire the majority shareholding in Shandong ICD High Performance Fibre Co. Ltd. (ICD), based in Laiwu, Shandong province, China.

The agreement with ICD, a manu­facturer of ultra high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) fibres, will bring complementary manufacturing and technology assets to DSM in addition to strengthening its presence in this market. DSM says China is a key market for the company and it will continue to grow its long term commitment to it. Closing of the transaction is expected in the course of 2011. Financial terms were not disclosed.


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