Safic-Alcan, a global distributor of specialty chemicals, has acquired a majority stake in Anders, a leading regional specialty chemical distributor headquartered in Lima, Peru.
Anders operates across Latin America with offices in Bolivia, Ecuador, Chile, Colombia and Argentina, and with additional activities in Uruguay and Paraguay. This move complements Safic-Alcan’s presence in Brazil.
Delivering Value and Service
Anders distributes specialty chemicals, food ingredients and equipment serving both life science and industrial sectors. Their strong local expertise has reportedly made them a valued partner for customers and suppliers throughout the region.
"We are thrilled to have the opportunity to continue the legacy created by Peter, his father Peter Sr. and grandfather Eugenio before him," said Yann Lissilour, CEO of Safic-Alcan Group.
"We now have a formidable presence across Latin America, and we look forward to continuing to bring value to our clients and suppliers in the region." Lissilour added that with additional companies in the USA, Canada and Mexico, Safic-Alcan confirms its intention to be a key player in the Americas for years to come.
Marie Graët, Safic-Alcan M&A manager, highlighted, “Their upcoming new Technology Center, supported by seven application laboratories, will be another milestone in providing best-in-class service for customers and principals alike.”
Building Toward the Future
Peter Anders Hornung, managing director of Anders, looks forward to a lucrative and collaborative future. "By bringing the Anders family and the Safic-Alcan family together, we are building an even stronger company. We are enthusiastic about the future, as we share the same core values of trust, responsibility, expertise and entrepreneurship.”
