A subsidiary of GC, PTTGC International (Netherlands) B.V., announces landmark acquisition of global coating resins leader allnex

Acquisition of allnex reflects GC's "Chemistry for Better Living" commitment to strengthen the sector while improving people's quality of life and becoming a more sustainable business.

GC will further strengthen allnex's market access in the Asia Pacific region.

Together,GC and allnex deliver unwavering support to sustainability through investments in innovative and green technologies.

BANGKOK,July 16,2021 -- PTTGC International (Netherlands) B.V. ("GC Inter B.V."),a wholly owned subsidiary of PTT Global Chemical Public Company Limited ("GC"),has signed an agreement withAllnex Holdings S.à.r.l and Allnex S.à.r.l,funds advised by Advent International ("Advent"),to acquire industrial coating resins producer Allnex Holding GmbH ("allnex").

PTT Global Chemical Public Company Limited (“GC”)

The acquisition is a steppingstone for GC Group to diversify its business portfolio into specialty chemicals and further strengthen its leading position in the chemicals business by combining environmentally friendly innovations with advanced technologies. GC will act as a long-term strategic partner to further improve allnex's market access to the Asia Pacific (APAC) region and expand its presence in emerging markets through future investments.

allnex is the leading global producer of industrial coating resins,offering a broad range of coating polymers and additives including powder coating resins,energy curable resins,crosslinking resins,and additives for use on all types of substrates such as wood,metal,and plastic. With approximately EUR2bn in revenue and an EBITDA margin of 17-19%,as well as a global production network of 33 state of-the-art manufacturing sites in 18 countries,23 research and technology facilities,and approximately 4,000 employees worldwide,allnex boasts leading positions in all key industrial coating segments including industrial metal,automotive,and packaging. The company has a strong legacy of pioneering sustainable innovations for the coating industry for over 70 years,with its most recent rebranding to allnex in 2013.

Dr. Kongrapan Intarajang,CEO of GC,said,"In line with our vision to be a leading global chemical company for better living,as well as our core Step Out (continued investment in high value businesses and expanding GC footprint internationally) and Step Up (sustainable leadership in line with leading ESG goals) strategiesto drive new enduring growth opportunities,we are pleased to announce our expanded investment into allnex,the world's number one producer of industrial coating resins with outstanding innovation,history,and promise,to establish a stronger position internationally."

"As the global market leader in industrial coating resins,with its broad portfolio,stable profit,and leading green technologies,allnex is ideally positioned to benefit from three trends shaping the industry: increasing demand for high performance coating resins; a continued shift of growth to emerging markets,and a trend towards green coatings solutions. We look forward to working with the team at allnex to leverage our shared growth potential,as we continue to reinforce our business strengths and create shared value for society by supporting communities and the environment."

Miguel Mantas,allnex CEO,commented,"We are proud of the success we have in building allnex into a global player and look forward to working with GC to take the next step in our company's development. With GC's resources,industrial network,and expertise in Asia Pacific,we will continue to invest in innovative technologies and look to expand our presence in the region."

Ronald Ayles,Managing Partner and Head of Advent´s Global Chemicals and Materials Practice,"As one of the most experienced investors in the global chemical industry,Advent has supported allnex's management team over the last eight years to help transform the company from a corporate carve-out into the number one global producer of industrial coating resins as it more than doubled its number of employees,production sites,R&D centres,and customers. With GC,we have now found the ideal partner to support allnex's next phase of growth and continue its success story."

The sale of allnex to ("GC Inter B.V.") is expected to close in Q4 2021,subject to regulatory approvals.

About PTT Global Chemical Public Company Limited

PTT Global Chemical Public Company Limited,or GC,was registered as a public company limited on October 19,2011,to serve as PTT Group's chemical flagship operation. GC's heritage in the industry originated from the merger of several major companies including National Petrochemical Co.,Ltd. in February 1984. Since its founding,GC has dedicated itself to being a leader of the sector and has combined olefins and aromatics capacity of 11.65 million tons per year,together with a refining capacity of 280,000 barrels per day of crude oil and condensate. The company's core businesses consist of the Group Performance Center – Refinery & Shared Facilities; Group Performance Center – Aromatics; Group Performance Center – Olefins; Polymers Business Unit; EO-Based Performance Business Unit; Green Chemicals Business Unit; Phenol Business Unit; and Performance Materials & Chemicals Unit. GC is Thailand's largest integrated petrochemical and refining business and a leading corporation in the Asia-Pacific region,both in size and product variety

www.pttgcgroup.com

About allnex

allnex is the leading global producer of industrial coating resins and additives for architectural,industrial,protective,automotive and special purpose coatings and inks. allnex is recognized as a specialty chemicals pioneer and offers an extensive range of products including innovative liquid resins and additives,radiation cured and powder coating resins and additives,and cross linkers for use on wood,plastic and other surfaces. Today,allnex has a strong global presence with 4000 employees worldwide,33 manufacturing sites,and 23 research and technology support facilities.

www.allnex.com

About Advent International

Founded in 1984,Advent International Corporation is one of the largest and most experienced global private equity investors. The firm has invested in over 375 private equity transactions in 42 countries,and as of December 31,2020,the firm had EUR62 billion (US$76 billion) in assets under management. With 14 offices in 11 countries,Advent has established a globally integrated team of over 240 private equity investment professionals across North America,Europe,Latin America and Asia. The firm focuses on investments in five core sectors,including business and financial services; health care; chemicals and industrial; retail,consumer and leisure; and technology.

Advent has invested in over 30 companies in the chemicals industry over recent years. Examples include Röhm,one of the global market leaders in methacrylate chemicals,allnex,a global leader in resins for the paints and coatings industry,and Oxea,a leading supplier of oxo alcohols and oxo derivatives. In addition,Advent has invested in companies including VIAKEM,a leading manufacturer of fine chemicals,and GTM,a transnational distributor of chemical raw materials in Latin America.

After 35 years dedicated to international investing,Advent International Corporation remains committed to partnering with management teams to deliver sustained revenue and earnings growth for its portfolio companies.

www.adventinternational.de