Apogee Enterprises buys GroGlass

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Apogee Enterprises, Inc., a leading provider of high-performance coated materials, including Chromaluxe, announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire SIA “GroGlass” for up to €62.5 million (approximately $72.5 million at current exchange rates) on a cash-free, debt-free basis, subject to customary closing conditions. The purchase price includes up to €10 million (approximately $11.6 million at current exchange rates) payable over 3 years, dependent upon Groglass achieving certain financial targets. The transaction is expected to close during the company’s fiscal 2027 third quarter.

Groglass, located in Riga, Latvia, is a provider of high-performance glass surface solutions, specializing in anti-reflective and other advanced coatings used in display, architectural, and technical applications. Groglass’ portfolio includes premium brands recognized for superior optical clarity and durability, serving customers across global end markets such as museums, electronics, and architectural design. With a strong foundation in materials science and coating technologies, Groglass combines innovation, quality, and long-standing customer relationships to deliver differentiated solutions.

“The addition of Groglass will strengthen our position in attractive end markets by bringing differentiated coating technologies and deep materials science expertise,” said Apogee Executive Chair and CEO Don Nolan. “Groglass is a natural complement to our Performance Surfaces segment, expanding our capabilities, broadening our market reach, and enhancing how we serve customers with advanced, high-performance solutions. This acquisition adds a business with attractive growth and margin characteristics while creating additional opportunities for innovation, customer value, and long-term shareholder returns.”

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Gary Pageau is principal of InfoCircle LLC, continuing his marketing communications career. InfoCircle LLC is a marketing and communications consulting firm, specializing in business-to-business markets. For nearly 25 years, he was with PMA International, serving most recently as Publisher, Content Development and Strategic Initiatives. His primary responsibilities included overseeing the Association’s editorial department, marketing research unit, education and corporate relations department.