BirlaNu Builds Big: Rs 120-Crore Clean Coats Buyout Fuels Rs 1,000-Crore Construction Chemicals Ambition

Strategic acquisition sets stage for aggressive growth in construction chemicals  
BirlaNu has announced the acquisition of Mumbai-based Clean Coats Private Limited for Rs 120 crore, marking a pivotal move in its Rs 1,000-crore expansion plan for construction chemicals. The deal brings together Clean Coats’ technical expertise and export reach with BirlaNu’s brand strength and market access. The acquisition is expected to double BirlaNu’s product range and significantly boost margins.

Clean Coats, established in 1999, specializes in epoxy and polyurethane flooring, anti-corrosion linings, and waterproofing systems. It exports 10–20% of its products to over 27 countries, while BirlaNu remains largely domestic-focused.

Notable updates:

• BirlaNu’s construction chemicals revenue currently stands at Rs 100 crore   Post-acquisition, the company aims to scale this to Rs 1,000 crore in 4–5 years  
• Clean Coats adds 275 specialty coating products to BirlaNu’s portfolio  
• The acquisition aligns with BirlaNu’s broader Rs 1,300-crore growth strategy  
• Shares of BirlaNu (BIRU.NS) closed at Rs 1,852.95, down 0.55% post-announcement  

Looking ahead  
With this acquisition, BirlaNu is poised to become a leading force in India’s infrastructure and specialty chemicals space, leveraging innovation and scale to meet rising demand.

Sources: Business Standard, Hindu BusinessLine, Economic Times, ScanX News