Arclin, a global materials science company, has announced that it has completed the acquisition of DuPont’s Aramids business, including the renowned Kevlar and Nomex brands, for approximately $1.8 billion. 

The transaction (effected on April 1, 2026), marks a transformational milestone for Arclin, significantly expanding its scale, capabilities, and presence across life-critical industries. Arclin is a portfolio company of an affiliate of TJC, L.P.

“Kevlar and Nomex are the gold standard in their respective industries, and we are very excited to incorporate the Aramids platform into Arclin’s broader material science portfolio. This acquisition strategically strengthens Arclin’s operational and geographic footprint,” said Mark Glaspey, Arclin’s President. “With established manufacturing operations in Europe and Asia and ~1,800 new team members around the world, we are focused on operational continuity from day one while investing in manufacturing capabilities and innovation to support long-term growth.”

With the addition of the Aramids brands, Arclin’s portfolio now spans aerospace, electrical infrastructure, electric vehicles, and personal protection and defence. 

The acquisition further strengthens Arclin’s leadership across construction, infrastructure, transportation, and weather and fire protection as demand for advanced protective materials continues to grow. Arclin’s proprietary materials and technologies are mission-critical, supporting products that protect people, communities, and essential infrastructure worldwide.

“Looking ahead, our mission is to build on the superior strength of the Aramids brands,” said Bradley Bolduc, Arclin’s Chief Executive Officer. “We're focused on accelerating what these materials can do, putting meaningful investment behind technological innovation and deploying Kevlar® and Nomex® strategically across the world’s most performance-critical applications.” - TradeAraabia News Service