We are pleased to announce that Aalberts N.V. has reached an agreement to acquire 100% of the shares of Paulo Products Company (Paulo), a provider of industrial heat treatment and related services that are critical to achieving strength, hardness, and other metallurgical properties required in various industrial applications, generating an annual revenue of approximately USD 105 million with 522 employees.

stronger heat treatment footprint in North America

It is the largest thermal processing platform in North America providing solutions including heat treatment, brazing and metal finishing. Paulo serves attractive end markets like automotive, aerospace, defense and power generation and is operating five facilities in the USA and one in Mexico.

In line with our ‘thrive 2030’ strategy, this acquisition will strengthen our geographical footprint in the USA. By combining Paulo’s heat treatment, brazing and metal finishing expertise with our existing technology solutions, we are creating an even stronger business with enhanced benefits for our customers.

The experienced management team of Paulo will continue to lead the business and drive future growth opportunities. Paulo will be part of AST specialized heat treatment North America.

We warmly welcome all new colleagues to our surface technologies group.

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chief executive officer

Oliver Jäger
chief executive officer

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