Certis Europe Buys Luxan
19 December 2006 The release notes that the acquisition will contribute to the growth of Certis Europe and sharpen its focus in the speciality and high value crop sectors. It supports the company’s position in the Dutch market and will build its position as a major supplier to the commercial horticulture and high value speciality markets in the UK. It will also help the company to expand operations in Belgium, France, Portugal, and Spain, as well as emerging business in Germany, Poland, and other Central and eastern European countries.
The Luxan product range includes the core product, CIPC for potatoes, a key strategic crop for Certis. It will complement other recent additions to the Certis portfolio, including imazalil and Valbon.
Bob Skillicorn, CEO of Certis Europe, says, “The products we are acquiring are an excellent fit with the Certis image and position. We are also pleased to welcome Luxan staff to our organisation. Their skills and experience will enhance our competitiveness and capabilities in a challenging market environment.”
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