Switzerland-based Sika said it has acquired Whitley Bridge, North Yorkshire-based Cromar Building Products, a supplier of roofing systems in the UK.
“The acquisition opens up significant cross-selling potential and will support Sika’s further expansion in the UK roofing sector,” said Sika.
“Cromar has established itself as one of the leading providers of flat and pitched roofing products serving the UK with well-known brands.
“The company has a strong reputation for its innovative product offerings, technical expertise, and exceptional customer service within the roofing sector.
“The products and solutions, which range from membranes and liquid applied products to sealants and adhesives, are used both for residential and large-scale applications. Cromar operates a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility which complements Sika’s production footprint.
“Sika has extensive experience in the roofing sector with a main focus on the project specification business. The acquisition of Cromar will strengthen Sika’s presence and enhance its product portfolio in the roofing distribution channel.
“Over the past ten years, Sika UK has significantly grown its distribution business and established a recognized presence in non-roofing categories with builders’ merchants. The complementarity of the two companies’ product offering for the distribution channel will lead to exciting cross-selling opportunities.”
Tom Forsyth, UK General Manager of Sika UK, said: “We are delighted to welcome the team from Cromar to the Sika family and this acquisition will help us further develop our activities in roofing distribution in the UK. Sika has extensive experience in the roofing sector, and we will bring this to Cromar to continue their journey of success.”
Cromar MD Michael Marshall said: “We have built a very successful business at Cromar and are grateful to all our employees, suppliers, customers and wider stakeholders who have supported us on our journey.
“We are excited to see the next stage of Cromar’s growth and development under the ownership of Sika, a business we believe shares similar values to ourselves and will help Cromar continue to go from strength to strength.
“We are excited to continue our growth under Sika’s ownership, which shares our commitment to innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction.”