Brenntag Acquires Chemical Distributor in The Netherlands
AMSTERDAM C. N. Schmidt B.V. is focused on the distribution of specialty chemicals in the Netherlands and Belgium and was acquired by Brenntag in August 2008. Founded in 1921, the company works primarily in the food, pharmaceutical, rubber and water treatment sectors. Carl Blomme, Managing Director Brenntag in the Benelux, comments: "Together with C. N. Schmidt we expand our existing product portfolio, our services and our know-how in the specialty chemicals market. With the joined forces Brenntag will be the most attractive partner for customers and suppliers in the Benelux region." Steve Holland, Chief Executive Brenntag Europe, sees this acquisition as the ideal complement to Brenntag’s distribution network in the Benelux region: "In C. N. Schmidt we have found a strong and experienced distributor of specialty chemicals. This acquisition enables us to strengthen our position in the important Benelux markets as well as our business in Europe." Contact: Marja Kooijman MJKooijman@brenntag.nl
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