HB Fuller acquires Beardow Adams

Family-owned Beardow Adams has grown since its establishment in 1976 into a multi-national industrial adhesive manufacturer, with customers in more than 70 countries.

With manufacturing capabilities across Europe and the US, and a powerful distribution network across the globe, Beardow Adams is recognised for its commitment to quality and service across a variety of industry applications. The acquisition is expected to accelerate profitable growth in many of HB Fuller’s core end markets and generate business synergies through production optimisation, an expanded distribution platform, and innovation.

“Combining the two companies is an exciting move toward HB Fuller’s goal of strengthening our leadership position in the markets and regions we serve by expanding our customer base and technology portfolio to address today’s megatrends, such as e-commerce, food safety, and sustainability,” said Jim East, executive vice-president, hygiene, health, and consumable adhesives. “As we combine our businesses, we will be a stronger force in the adhesives industry.”

Beardow Adams generated approximately €130m in revenue for the 2022 fiscal year. With a team of 200 employees globally, the company will operate within HB Fuller’s existing Hygiene, Health, and Consumable Adhesives global business unit.