In reviewIndustrials31 March 2025

OCI to acquire Methanex Methanol Business

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OCI acquires Methanex Methanol Business

Deal facts

Buyer
OCI
Target
Methanex Methanol Business
Deal value
Not disclosed
Announced
31 March 2025
Status
In review
Sector
Industrials
Country
Not stated
Consideration
Not stated

Sources

What we know

OCI has agreed to acquire the Methanex Methanol Business in a strategic acquisition within the chemicals sector. The transaction was announced on 31 March 2025. No financial terms or consideration structure were disclosed in the available data. The deal involves the transfer of a specific methanol operating unit from its parent company to the acquiring entity.

The target operates within the global chemicals industry, though specific country details were not reported. The transaction remains subject to regulatory approval and other customary closing conditions. The deal is currently in review with no completion date confirmed at this time. This acquisition represents a significant expansion of OCI's portfolio in the methanol value chain. The parties are expected to finalise the agreement once all necessary regulatory clearances are obtained.

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    OCI to acquire Methanex Methanol Business

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