Chemicals & plastics
Our industrial focus includes selected sectors of the chemicals and plastics industries.
Chemicals and plastics businesses range from producers of standard materials to formulators, compounders and manufacturers of specialised products. Their economics vary with product differentiation, process complexity and the industries they serve. A clear view of the product portfolio helps distinguish activities driven mainly by volume from those supported by specialist knowledge or close customer relationships.
Strategic considerations
Portfolio choices can involve concentrating on a particular application, developing a proprietary formulation or moving into a different part of the value chain. Customer qualification processes, technical support and consistent product performance can shape the strength of a market position. Changes to materials or production processes also need to be considered from the customer's perspective.
Financial considerations
Feedstock, energy, yield and production scheduling influence operating performance. It is useful to examine how quickly input-cost changes pass through to selling prices and how much cash is tied up in raw materials and finished goods. Investment plans should distinguish routine maintenance from capacity expansion, product development and changes to production facilities.
Transactions and organisational change
Transaction preparation can bring together information on formulations, intellectual property, supplier relationships, customer approvals and plant condition. Product and site obligations may also require specialist review. Understanding which capabilities can transfer to a new owner, and which depend on specific employees or facilities, helps clarify the practical scope of a transaction.