September 18, 2014

Henkel strengthens its portfolio with a further acquisition as part of the strategy 2016
Henkel to acquire The Bergquist Company
•	Strengthen position of Adhesive Technologies as a global leader
•	Gain strong positions in the growing markets for the electronics industry
•	Expand business in key markets: North America, Asia-Pacific and Europe

Düsseldorf – Henkel signed an agreement to acquire The Bergquist Company, a privately-held leading supplier of thermal-management solutions for the electronics industry worldwide. 

Bergquist, based in Chanhassen, MN, USA, supplies thermal-management solutions for electronic applications, serving a variety of industries ranging from automotive to consumer and industrial electronics as well as LED lighting, in North America, Asia-Pacific and Europe. In fiscal 2013, Bergquist generated sales of around 130 million euros. The company has about 1,000 employees and six production sites – five in the US and one in China. 

“With this acquisition – which is in line with our global strategy to invest in complementary leading technologies – we are strengthening our position as a global market and technology leader,” said Jan-Dirk Auris, Executive Vice President Adhesive Technologies. “Bergquist’s track record in developing unique thermal-management solutions fits with our commitment to provide best-in-class customized solutions.” In fiscal 2013, the Adhesive Technologies business unit generated sales of more than 8 billion euros, making Henkel the leading solution provider for adhesives, sealants and functional coatings.

Both parties agreed not to disclose any financial details about the transaction, which will be accretive to earnings upon closing. The acquisition is subject to approval from anti-trust authorities.

About Henkel
Henkel operates worldwide with leading brands and technologies in three business areas: 
Laundry & Home Care, Beauty Care and Adhesive Technologies. Founded in 1876, Henkel holds globally leading market positions both in the consumer and industrial businesses with well-known brands such as Persil, Schwarzkopf and Loctite. Henkel employs about 47,000 people and reported sales of 16.4 billion euros and adjusted operating profit of 2.5 billion euros in fiscal 2013. Henkel’s preferred shares are listed in the German stock index DAX.

Acquisitions in fiscal 2014
February 2014: 	Closing acquisition of Polish laundry and home-care business from PZ Cussons for 53 million euros. 
May 2014:	Closing acquisition of Latin American hair care brand Pert for 24 million euros. 
June 2014: 	Signing acquisition of French Spotless Group for 940 million euros. 
June 2014: 	Closing acquisition of US hair professional companies SexyHair, Alterna and Kenra for 274 million euros.  

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