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Vallourec SA VLOWY, a French tubular solutions provider, has announced that it will acquire 100% shares of Thermotite do Brasil, a subsidiary of Mattr, for $17.5 million. Thermotite specializes in providing thermal insulation coating for pipes used in the offshore oil and gas industry.
The acquisition price is contingent upon customary price adjustments, including working capital. The transaction is expected to take place on a cash-free and debt-free basis, which means no cash or debt will be included at the time of the deal’s closure. However, it is subject to customary closing conditions, including regulatory approvals.
Thermotite has its facility within Vallourec’s coating services site in Serra, Esperito Santo State. The acquisition also supports the company’s broader business strategy. It should solidify VLOWY’s position within the oil and gas industry and expand its presence in the industry value chain.
Integrating Thermotite’s facilities into Vallourec’s portfolio should provide the latter with an integrated setup that will likely increase its operational efficiency. Moreover, the acquisition should provide Vallourec with valuable technical expertise, particularly in offshore and deepwater markets.
Vallourec’s Strategy
The acquisition aligns with the company’s strategy to provide integrated solutions for complex offshore projects. By incorporating Thermotite’s expertise in coating solutions, Vallourec should be able to enhance its existing portfolio of anti-corrosion coatings for pipes.
VLOWY also highlights that the acquisition should enable it to offer better, more customized pipeline solutions to its customer base. The company is expanding its footprint in Brazil, which is a key growth market in the offshore energy industry. This positions Vallourec to capitalize on the growing demand for high-quality tubular solutions in domestic as well as export markets.
VLOWY’s Zacks Rank and Key Picks
Currently, VLOWY carries a Zacks Rank #4 (Sell).
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