Continental Disc Corporation to be Acquired by Baker Hughes
Deal News | Jun 18, 2025 | William Blair Capital Partners
Continental Disc Corporation, currently a portfolio company of Tinicum Incorporated, will be acquired by Baker Hughes. William Blair Capital Partners is acting as the lead financial advisor to Continental Disc Corporation in this transaction. The acquisition signifies a strategic move by Baker Hughes to expand its product offerings. Baker Hughes, listed on NASDAQ with the ticker BKR, is a globally recognized name in the oilfield services sector. The deal reflects an ongoing trend of consolidation within the industry. Continental Disc Corporation is known for its rupture disc and pressure relief products, essential for safety in various industrial applications. This acquisition will allow Baker Hughes to diversify its offerings and strengthen its position in the market.
Sectors
- Oilfield Services
- Industrial Safety Equipment
- Investment Advisory
Geography
- United States – The transaction involves companies based in the United States.
Industry
- Oilfield Services – Baker Hughes operates within the oilfield services industry, providing technology and services to oil and gas companies.
- Industrial Safety Equipment – Continental Disc Corporation is part of the industrial safety equipment sector, specializing in rupture disc and pressure relief technologies.
- Investment Advisory – William Blair is an investment advisory firm that provides financial services including M&A advisory.
Financials
- Not Disclosed – The financial terms of the acquisition were not disclosed in the article.
Participants
| Name | Role | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Continental Disc Corporation | Target | Company | A company specializing in rupture disc and pressure relief technologies. |
| Baker Hughes | Buyer | Company | A global leader in oilfield services and technologies, listed as NASDAQ:BKR. |
| Tinicum Incorporated | Selling Company | Company | The private equity firm owning Continental Disc Corporation. |
| William Blair Capital Partners | Financial Advisor | Company | Served as the lead financial advisor to Continental Disc Corporation in the transaction. |