Coatings manufacturer - Hempel has completed the acquisition of Farrow & Ball, a luxury decorative paint and wallpaper company with an annual turnover of over EUR 100 million.
Hempel acquires Farrow & Ball from a fund managed by the Private Equity Group of Ares Management Corporation, after having met all conditions and requirements.
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“Today is an exciting day as we happily welcome the iconic, luxury, decorative paint and wallpaper company, Farrow & Ball, to the Hempel family. I am very proud to bid a warm welcome to over 600 new colleagues, and look forward to ensuring together that Farrow & Ball continues its strong growth journey,” says Hempel Group President & CEO, Lars Petersson.
With this acquisition, Hempel has taken the next, large step to double its revenue to EUR 3 billion by 2025. The acquisition is a perfect strategic match, supporting Hempel’s growth ambitions within the decorative segment.
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With Hempel’s strong global presence, the intention is to grow and expand Farrow & Ball globally
“We have now taken the next step on our journey to double our business. The addition of Farrow & Ball to our branded portfolio is another proof point that we are going for leadership positions in key segments and geographies,” continues Lars Petersson.