ADDEV Materials has acquired Supavia
July 2021 — ADDEV Materials SAS has acquired Supavia, thus completing its product offering dedicated to the military aerospace markets.
ADDEV Materials is an industrial specialist in converting and trading high performance materials, such as insulation products, technical films, adhesives, foams and glues for various industries, mainly for aerospace and defense, energy, automotive and medical. The company was founded in 2006 and is based in Lyon, France.
Headquartered in France and with 16 years of experience, Supavia is specialized in the distribution of adhesives, greases, oils, sealants and paints for the maintenance and manufacturing of civil and military aircraft and helicopters. Its expertise allows the company to meet the most demanding standards of the air force, aeronautical maintenance centers, airlines and maritime companies.
Our role in the transaction
Oaklins’ team in France acted as advisor to ADDEV Materials in this transaction. As their partner in the implementation of its external growth strategy in France and internationally, Oaklins led the search for acquisition opportunities aimed at strengthening the group’s position after having successfully accompanied it in the acquisition of the British group Graytone in 2019. The French team identified Supavia as a recognized specialist in military aeronautics and led the merger process.
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