Strategic Value Partners and Blantyre Capital Acquire OQ Chemical

OQ Chemicals will reinstate its name to OXEA.

Strategic Value Partners, LLC and its affiliates, a global alternative investment firm with approximately $22 billion of assets under management, and Blantyre Capital Limited, a London-based investment manager with more than €2.7 billion of long-term capital commitments, announced that SVP-managed funds and Blantyre-managed funds have acquired OQ Chemicals, a leading global producer and merchant of oxo chemicals. As part of the acquisition, OQ Chemicals will reinstate its name to OXEA, reaffirming its heritage and longstanding presence in the global chemicals industry.

OXEA is a premier manufacturer of oxo intermediates and oxo performance chemicals, supplying essential ingredients to specialty chemicals and additive manufacturers across key U.S. and European markets. The Company produces high-quality alcohols, polyols, plasticisers, carboxylic acids, specialty esters, and amines that are vital to the production of paints, coatings, plastics, lubricants, pharmaceuticals, and other essential sectors. OXEA plays a strategic role in global supply chains, supporting long-term demand across high-growth industries, including construction, automotive, and electronics. With more than 1,200 employees worldwide, OXEA markets its chemicals in over 60 countries, with primary production sites located in Germany and Texas, ensuring a strong global presence.

"OXEA's leading market positions, global reach, and innovation capabilities provide a solid foundation for long-term growth," said HJ Woltery, Co-Head of the European Investment Team at SVP. "We look forward to partnering with the OXEA team to build upon this strong foundation and continue delivering exceptional value to its customers and stakeholders across well-diversified markets."

"We are pleased to partner with OXEA, a market leader with strong production capabilities," said Mubashir Mukadam, Chief Investment Officer at Blantyre Capital. "OXEA's significant expertise in oxo chemicals, combined with its global footprint, presents ample opportunities for growth. We look forward to supporting the Company as it continues to expand its product offerings and enhance its strategic position in the industry."