# Michelin to acquire sealing specialist Flexitallic

Michelin plans to acquire Flexitallic, a maker of high-performance sealing solutions, to expand into higher value-added markets. The deal was reported in the Q1 2026 pumps M&A roundup.

- Type: Acquisition
- Announced: 2026-04-28
- Status: announced
- Products: high-performance sealing solutions, polymer composite solutions
- Sectors: [Automotive Components](https://endata.com/sectors/automotive-components.md)

## Companies

- [Michelin](https://endata.com/companies/13430.md) (acquirer)
- [Flexitallic](https://endata.com/companies/14223.md) (target)

## Sources

- [worldpumps.com](https://www.worldpumps.com/content/features/pumps-mergers-acquisitions-review-q1-2026), 2026-04-28: "Michelin, the French tyre manufacturer, announced plans to acquire Flexitallic, a leader in high-performance sealing solutions."

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