# Henkel acquires South African MRO specialist Nordbak

Henkel's Adhesive Technologies unit has acquired Nordbak, a South African provider of MRO solutions for mining and infrastructure. The deal strengthens Henkel's growth platform in emerging markets; financial details were not disclosed.

- Type: Acquisition
- Announced: 2025-07-03
- Where: Wadeville, Kathu, Phalaborwa, South Africa, South Africa
- Status: completed
- Products: abrasion-resistant linings, epoxy crusher backings, corrosion coatings
- Sectors: [Specialty Chemicals](https://endata.com/sectors/specialty-chemicals.md)

## Companies

- [Henkel](https://endata.com/companies/667.md) (acquirer)
- [Nordbak](https://endata.com/companies/85753.md) (target)

## Sources

- [news.europawire.eu](https://news.europawire.eu/henkels-adhesive-technologies-acquires-south-african-mro-specialist-nordbak-to-expand-mining-and-infrastructure-solutions/eu-press-release/2025/07/03/15/29/56/158116/), 2025-07-03: "Nordbak’s extensive product portfolio—ranging from abrasion- and acid-resistant linings to epoxy-based crusher backings, metal-repair compounds, and corrosion-protection coatings—serves critical sectors such as mining, petrochemicals, and mineral processing."
- [adhesivesmag.com](https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/topic/2641-mergers-acquisitions?page=8), 2025-07-14: "Henkel has acquired the South Africa-based Nordbak, a specialist provider of maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) solutions."

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