Mattr Finalizes Pipe Coating Business Sale

TORONTO, Nov. 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Shawcor Ltd., dba Mattr Infratech ("Mattr" or the "Company") (TSX: MATR) announced today that it has completed the previously-announced sale of its pipe coating business ("Pipeline Performance Group" or "PPG") to Tenaris S.A. ("Tenaris") (NYSE and Mexico: TS and EXM Italy: TEN). The Company has received total proceeds of US$182.6 million, including estimated working capital and US$16.9 million in cash, for effective proceeds of US$165.7 million (or approximately CDN$225 million).

"With this important transaction closed, the Company's portfolio transformation and strategic review process is now substantially complete. Mattr's forward focus is now firmly centered upon accelerating high-value growth within our Composite and Connection Technologies' segments, through both our existing capital program and via an even greater capacity to pursue accretive, strategic acquisitions," said Mike Reeves, President and CEO of Mattr. "I'd like to thank the employees of the Pipeline Performance Group business for their many contributions to this organization over the last several decades and wish them the best in their transition."

About Mattr
Mattr is a growth-oriented, global materials technology company broadly serving critical infrastructure markets, including electrification, transportation, communication, water management and energy. Its two business segments, Composite Technologies and Connection Technologies, operate a global network of manufacturing and technology centers, delivering differentiated, high-value products which enable responsible renewal and enhancement of critical infrastructure while lowering risk and environmental impact.

For further information, please contact:

Meghan MacEachern
Director, External Communications & ESG
Telephone: 437.341.1848
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.mattr.com

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Source: Shawcor Ltd., dba Mattr Infratech