Sika Closes Akkim Acquisition to Expand Adhesives and Sealants

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Sika has closed its acquisition of Akkim, a leading Turkish manufacturer of adhesives and sealants, strengthening its global position in this segment. Akkim generated net sales of approximately CHF 220 million in 2025 and serves customers through a distribution network focused on Eastern Europe, Central Asia, the Middle East, and North Africa. The deal adds a comprehensive product portfolio and expanded production capacity, which will support a manufacturing and export hub for adhesives and sealants. Christoph Ganz, Sika's Regional Manager EMEA, said the acquisition marks an important milestone and welcomes the Akkim team. Sika, a specialty chemicals company with 33,700 employees and 2025 sales of CHF 11.20 billion, operates in 103 countries and over 400 factories.

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Sika closed its acquisition of Akkim, expanding its adhesives and sealants portfolio and production capacity.

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Akkim is acquired by Sika, with its ~CHF 220 million in 2025 net sales and distribution network being integrated.