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M&A / Property

RUSSEL METALS CLOSES ACQUISITION OF SEVEN SERVICE CENTERS FROM KLOECKNER

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Executive Summary

  • Russel Metals Inc. completed the purchase of seven U.S. service centers from Kloeckner Metals Corporation for US $102 million (subject to working‑capital adjustments).
  • The acquisition expands Russel’s footprint into key geographic markets across Iowa, North Carolina, Georgia, Texas, and Florida.
  • Management highlighted the strategic fit and integration of Kloeckner employees into the Russel family.

Key Details

  • Transaction Value: US $102 million cash purchase price.
  • Assets Acquired: Seven metals service centers located in Dubuque (IA), Charlotte (NC), Suwanee (GA), Houston (TX), Austin (TX), Jacksonville (FL) and Pompano Beach (FL).
  • Seller: Kloeckner Metals Corporation.
  • Closing Conditions: Subject to normal‑course working capital adjustments at closing.
  • Strategic Rationale: Enhances Russel’s U.S. distribution network, broadens product offering, and supports growth in value‑added processing services.
  • Management Comment: “We look forward to expanding our US footprint in key geographic areas. We welcome the Kloeckner employees to the Russel family.” – John Reid, President & CEO.

Notable Quotes

“We look forward to expanding our US footprint in key geographic areas. We welcome the Kloeckner employees to the Russel family.” – John Reid, President and CEO, Russel Metals Inc.

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