Sun Chemical acquires digital inks business from Sensient

Sun Chemical and its parent company, DIC Corporation, have entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Sensient Imaging Technologies and certain other assets related to the production of inks. The transaction is expected to be finalized in the second quarter of 2020.

Sun Chemical and its parent company, DIC Corporation, have entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Sensient Imaging Technologies

The strategic investment in Sensient Imaging Technologies, a supplier of digital inks, will allow Sun Chemical and DIC to expand its inkjet ink capabilities and expertise using complementary technologies that will further strengthen the standards of services and technologies to its customers and distributor partners.

Inkjet is a strategic segment for Sun Chemical and DIC, and the investment in Sensient Imaging Technologies demonstrates their commitment in the digital segment.

‘We’re excited for the opportunities this acquisition presents not only for Sun Chemical but the future of digital inks,’ said Mehran Yazdani, president of Sun Chemical advanced materials. ‘Sensient Imaging Technologies’ portfolio and expertise in the industry, combined with our extensive background in industrial inkjet ink solutions, will enhance our combined customer support. Our customers rely on digital print’s agile supply chain and production flexibility, so they will value this acquisition because it will drive future innovation and expansion.’

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