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July 6, 2026
The distributor’s second acquisition of 2026 adds three Texas locations and expands its filtration and hose capabilities, marking the company’s 52nd deal since 1999.
The pending sale would make Continental a pure-play tire manufacturer while putting ContiTech’s industrial rubber, hose, conveyor and fluid management portfolio under private equity ownership.
Danfoss said the deal would strengthen its Fluid Conveyance business within Danfoss Power Solutions and create a global leader in hydraulic and industrial hose manufacturing and distribution.
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The acquisition strengthens VAD’s value-added solutions portfolio and footprint across the Midwest.
OESL develops and manufactures hose lines and bearing elements for combustion-engine and electric vehicles.
Full-year sales were flat annually, but the company saw orders improve across all divisions in 4Q.
Genuine Parts Company reported modest second-quarter sales growth but lowered its 2025 outlook due to U.S. tariffs and ongoing market uncertainty.
Our highly anticipated annual feature is now available to view and download. Explore our 20 different lists to see distribution’s biggest movers and shakers.
Though comparable sales declined year-over-year, the gap narrowed sequentially as EBITDA margin had a considerable jump from 4Q.
The company is aiming for a potential sale as part of a major restructuring to streamline operations and focus on tire manufacturing.
