Ohio-headquartered Kodiak Chemical has signed a strategic joint venture with Blackrock Mining Solutions to serve the energy, mining, and primary metal sectors in Australia.
Kodiak, a specialty industrial chemical product supplier, is now officially part of the Australian market with the new deal, a milestone for its growth strategy, officials noted.
Over the last year, Kodiak said it has worked to build a new manufacturing facility in the epicenter of the Queensland mining region and, now fully operational, the Mackay facility can support customers across Queensland, New South Wales, and the Asia-Pacific region.
This Australian expansion follows a period of disciplined growth for Kodiak, including eight successful acquisitions – with the most recent one closing last October. These moves have solidified Kodiak’s presence in North America while building a resilient infrastructure to support operations on a global scale, it said.
The new partnership with Blackrock allows Kodiak to deliver technical expertise on-site with a ‘boots on the ground’ presence, combining Kodiak’s service-oriented mindset with Blackrock Mining Solutions deep understanding of Australia’s operational challenges. By developing site-specific solutions in close partnership with customers, the venture ensures a decisive competitive advantage.
Kodiak’s product offerings for the Australian market include:
- Longwall fluids
- Fire-resistant biodegradable hydraulic fluids
- Dust suppressants
- Geotechnical resins and foam
- Fuel catalysts
- High-performance railcar toppers
- Body feeds
- Greases
“Mining, energy and primary metals are not just a market for us — they are the core of our foundation,” said Kevin Dickey, founder and chairman.
“With Blackrock Mining Solutions and our Mackay manufacturing base, we are closer than ever to the operations we serve and the people we protect.”
Source: www.kodiakchemical.com