Specialty materials manufacturer Vertellus has acquired Polyscope Polymers B.V., a global manufacturer of specialty additives for coatings, electronics applications and engineering polymers. Polyscope’s product portfolio complements the company’s own capabilities with advanced manufacturing that will expand Vertellus’ European production.

Polyscope is a developer and producer of styrene maleic anhydride, or SMA, copolymers necessary for product applications in the electronic, automotive and specialty coatings & ink markets. It operates a production facility in Geleen, The Netherlands, and serves as a key partner to over 300 customers in more than 35 countries.

John Van Hulle, CEO of Vertellus, said, “Polyscope adds a complementary portfolio of high-quality solutions, a track record of innovation and a world-class global platform in attractive end markets to Vertellus. Together we will serve our customers with a unique product offering and our shared value-driven approach. I am pleased to welcome the Polyscope team to Vertellus.”

“Vertellus is the ideal partner to support the company’s next phase of growth and innovation,” added Polyscope CEO Patrick Muezers. “We will be able to leverage Vertellus’ global resources, capabilities and strong market leadership to better serve our customers and bring our high-quality products to additional customers throughout our markets.”