New Strategic Partnership

A New Strategic Partnership Compass Group Equity Partners invested in Mearthane Products Corporation. Compass Group Equity Partners, a private equity firm based in St. Louis (USA), announced a new strategic partnership with Mearthane Products Corporation ("MPC"), a leading technology company in the development and manufacturing of specialized polymer-based products focused on thermoset polyurethane elastomers for high-performance applications. With more than 55 years of polyurethane formulation and processing experience, MPC is a leading provider offering precision polyurethane technology solutions to a diversified first-class customer base across various end markets and critical applications. Compass Group Director Bobby Bryan said, "MPC has a long-standing reputation for providing comprehensive design solutions and consistently delivering superior polyurethane products," and added "We are confident that MPC has the right management team and capabilities to leverage multiple opportunities for continued expansion in the advanced materials sector." MPC and Compass Group are focused on creating value through a combination of organic and inorganic initiatives, including further expansion of product and service offerings through enhanced sales operations and strategic acquisitions. This represents the fourth active platform investment deployed for Compass Group Fund II.