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February 21, 2023

Platinum Equity Announces Completion of HarbisonWalker International Acquisition

HWI and Calderys to join forces, creating a global refractories provider with a comprehensive product portfolio and expanded reach LOS ANGELES (February 20, 2023) – Platinum Equity announced today that the previously announced acquisition of HarbisonWalker International (HWI) by way of a merger agreement, has been completed. HWI is a supplier of refractory products and services in North America. Financial terms were not disclosed. In January, Platinum Equity announced the closing of the acquisition of Imerys SA’s High Temperature Solutions business, which is now operating under th...

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December 14, 2022

Platinum Equity to Acquire HarbisonWalker International

HWI to join forces with Imerys SA’s High Temperature Solutions business, creating a global refractories provider with a comprehensive product portfolio and expanded reach LOS ANGELES (December 14, 2022) – Platinum Equity announced today the signing of a definitive merger agreement to acquire HarbisonWalker International (HWI), a supplier of refractory products and services in North America. Financial terms were not disclosed. The transaction is expected to be completed in the first half of 2023, subject to customary closing conditions and regulatory approval. “We are pleased to ...

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December 06, 2022

McGraw Hill Acquires Boards & Beyond, On-Demand Video Platform for Medical Students

Acquisition expands McGraw Hill’s position as a leading provider of trusted medical learning resources to students and professionals COLUMBUS, Ohio (December 6, 2022) – McGraw Hill today announced that it has acquired Ryan Medical Education LLC, d/b/a Boards & Beyond, a provider of on-demand video libraries and comprehensive online resources that help medical students efficiently learn fundamentals of medical basic sciences and clinical medicine. The acquisition expands McGraw Hill’s digital capabilities and deep presence in the medical education sector, supplementing the compa...

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November 30, 2022

Deluxe Acquires Post Haste Digital To Further Scale Capacity For Owned Dubbing and Media Services As Growth in Local Language Content Continues

LOS ANGELES, CA (November 30, 2022) – Deluxe, the global provider of cloud-based localization and distribution solutions to the world’s leading content production studios and distributors, announced today that it has acquired English Dubbing and Media Services Provider Post Haste Digital. The announcement was made by Chris Reynolds, Deluxe’s Executive Vice President and General Manager of Worldwide Localization and Fulfillment. With the backing of Platinum Equity, Deluxe has continued to focus on global expansion and investment in technology to provide enhanced service offerings to cu...

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September 30, 2022

Platinum Equity Acquires Majority Interest in Global Apparel Company Hop Lun

Investment in Hong Kong-based undergarment and swimwear company led by Platinum’s Singapore investment team LOS ANGELES and SINGAPORE, September 30, 2022 — Platinum Equity announced today that the acquisition of a controlling stake in international apparel company Hop Lun from company founder Erik Ryd has been completed. Financial terms were not disclosed. Founded by Mr. Ryd in 1992 and headquartered in Hong Kong, Hop Lun is one of the world’s largest designers and manufacturers of undergarments and swimwear sold in the US, UK and EU. “We have gotten to know Erik very well ove...

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August 11, 2022

Solenis To Acquire Clearon Corp. and Combine Pool Businesses

Acquisition will expand Solenis’ product offering and strengthen its ability to supply cost-effective, sustainable solutions for recreational pool and spa customers, providing clean, clear, safer water. WILMINGTON, Del. and SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. (USA) — Solenis and Clearon Corp. have announced that Solenis has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Clearon. This acquisition will enable Solenis to expand its portfolio of products for the residential and commercial pool water and spa treatment markets. Clearon produces trichloroisocyanuric acid (trichlor) and dichloroisocyan...

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