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Honeywell to Acquire UK-Based Johnson Matthey Unit in $2.4B Energy Deal

  • On May 22, 2025, in Charlotte, N.C., Honeywell announced its agreement to purchase the Catalyst Technologies division of Johnson Matthey for $1.8 billion in cash.
  • The acquisition follows Johnson Matthey's strategy to divest Catalyst Technologies amid pressure from activist investor Standard Industries and aims to refocus the company.
  • Catalyst Technologies, headquartered in London with about 1,900 employees and global sites, complements Honeywell UOP by broadening capabilities in refining, petrochemical catalysts, and sustainable fuels.
  • Honeywell CEO Vimal Kapur stated that the acquisition expands the company’s position as a leading provider of essential energy solutions that support future growth, reinforcing their strategy of integrating process technologies with automation.
  • The transaction, expected to close by first half of 2026 pending regulatory approval, will expand Honeywell's portfolio with accretive earnings, enhanced renewable fuel production, and strategic cost synergies.
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Sky News UK broke the news in United Kingdom on Wednesday, May 21, 2025.
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