IXOM has announced its acquisition of Hilditch, including associated entities Hilditch Oilchem and Hilditch Oils.
Hilditch is an Australian supplier and distributor of chemicals with strong expertise in base oil products used across the automotive, agriculture, mining and transport sectors.
The acquisition supports IXOM’s strategy of investment in its core chemicals markets and adds additional scale to its one million-tonne bulk liquid and gas distribution business.
According to IXOM, the combination of both organisations’ shipping and supply chain capabilities also further enhances an ‘industry-leading distribution network’.
“The acquisition of Hilditch marks a significant step forward in IXOM’s strategy,” said IXOM CEO and Managing Director, Bryce Wolfe.
“By combining Hilditch’s specialised expertise in base oils and refined chemicals with IXOM’s national distribution network and supply chain capabilities, we are enhancing our ability to serve a broader range of industrial sectors with greater efficiency and scale.
“I look forward to working with both Patrick Hilditch and Peter Lawson, as they continue on as key members of the business.”
Hilditch’s product portfolio and customer base are highly complementary to IXOM’s existing operations.
The agreement therefore strengthens IXOM’s reach into adjacent industrial sectors and unlocks new opportunities in automotive and industrial lubricants.
“IXOM will be a great custodian of Hilditch’s customers, suppliers and expertise,” said Hilditch Group Managing Director, Patrick Hilditch.
“Both IXOM and Hilditch share core values of safety, sustainability, innovation and quality, and this acquisition will create exciting opportunities for our people and partners.”
