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Nolato AB, a Swedish developer and manufacturer of products in polymer materials, has acquired GW Plastics, Inc., a US-based specialist in advanced thermoplastic and silicone solutions primarily targeting the pharmaceutical industry.

By acquiring GW Plastics, Nolato obtains a strong foothold in the key North American market. As such, the acquisition transforms Nolato into a truly global, technologically advanced partner to its customers, in line with the trends driving the industry.

GW Plastics is a well-managed, well-invested company that is a great fit with our corporate culture. The business, which has historically demonstrated healthy organic growth, has extensive know-how in engineering and technology. Together with its size and geographic presence, this provides an ideal strategic combination with Nolato which will enable significant market synergies over time. CHRISTER WAHLQUIST, PRESIDENT AND CEO, NOLATO AB, SWEDEN

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