XPEL Expands International Footprint with Acquisition of Chinese Distributor
Ryan Pape, President and Chief Executive Officer of XPEL, commented, "We’ve invested heavily in the past several years to establish our direct go-to-market strategy in the top car markets of the world.
The acquired business is expected to have annual revenues of approximately
Chris West, VP of XPEL Asia Pacific, said “Our distributor has done an amazing job helping cement XPEL as the premier brand in
The transaction structure will result in the Company owning a
About XPEL, Inc.
XPEL is a leading provider of protective films and coatings, including paint protection film, surface protection film, window films, and ceramic coatings in the automotive, architectural, and marine industries. With a global footprint, a network of trained installers, and proprietary DAP software, XPEL is dedicated to exceeding customer expectations by providing high-quality products, leading customer service, expert technical support, and world-class training. XPEL, Inc. is publicly traded on Nasdaq under the symbol “XPEL�.
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