Adnoc and OMV explore possibilities to establish a $30 billion enterprise
Adnoc and OMV, two major players in the energy industry, are currently in talks about merging their subsidiaries Borouge and Borealis to create a new entity that specializes in chemicals and plastics. This potential merger is estimated to be worth over USD 30 billion and, if successful, could create significant advantages for both companies.
Borealis, which is headquartered in Vienna, is currently 75% owned by OMV, while Adnoc owns the remaining 25%. Meanwhile, Borouge is a joint venture between Adnoc and Borealis listed in Abu Dhabi with a market value of around $22 billion.
The two companies have reportedly been discussing the potential value and ownership structure of the merged entity for several months now. Despite ongoing negotiations, the specific value and ownership structure remain two main obstacles. These factors could ultimately impact the merger's outcome and may change as negotiations continue.
If successful, the merged company is predicted to have a potential value of over $30 billion, factoring in potential advantages such as greater scale to compete, simplified ownership structure, and increased freedom to expand in Asia, where chemical and plastic demand is rising.
However, as with any major merger, there are several parties involved, including governments, which could delay or even prevent a final agreement. Both Adnoc and OMV have declined to comment on the merger talks, while Borealis and Borouge have referred inquiries to their respective owners. Overall, it remains to be seen whether this merger will come to fruition and, if so, what the specific terms and implications will be for all parties involved.
According to Procurement Resource, the merger of Borouge and Borealis, subsidiaries of ADNOC and OMV, has not been finalized. The companies are currently discussing factors such as ownership structure and specific value. If the merger is successful, it is estimated to create a potential value of USD 30 Billion and provide opportunities for business expansion in Asia.
