Wesco Group Signs Agreement to Acquire National Coatings & Supplies

Wesco Group has announced the signing of a definitive agreement to acquire National Coatings & Supplies, a leading distributor of coatings and related solutions serving the automotive refinish and specialty industrial sectors. The acquisition represents a key milestone in Wesco’s ongoing growth strategy. Financial details of the transaction were not disclosed.

“NCS is a highly respected organization with deep industry roots, an exceptional team, and a long-standing commitment to customer service,” said Lloyd White, CEO and co-founder of Wesco. “Bringing our organizations together strengthens our shared mission: to be the industry’s most trusted and full-service provider of specialty coatings, equipment, and related supplies. We look forward to welcoming our NCS colleagues and building an even stronger platform for our customers and supplier partners.”

“This combination represents an exciting opportunity for both organizations,” said Josh Cox, President of Wesco. “Customers will benefit from expanded product access, deeper technical resources, and a larger team committed to helping shops improve performance and succeed. For our supplier partners, this combination establishes a unified platform that makes it easier to support customers consistently across North America.”

“The transaction represents a transformative opportunity, combining our organizations to deliver increased value to our customers and accelerated growth potential for the vendors we represent,” said John Leavy, President and CEO of NCS. “Our employees will experience expanded opportunities for career growth, and the chance to work on new and exciting challenges within the combined organization.”

The merger of Wesco and NCS brings together two organizations that share common values and a strong commitment to customer service, supplier collaboration, employee development, and sustainable growth. The combined entity will benefit from a wider national presence, a more comprehensive product portfolio, and strengthened customer support and technical capabilities.

Source: Wesco Group