The acquisition of Tiger Filtration by Xebec Adsorption Inc. is a strategic move to leverage the target company's recurring aftermarket business for elements and filters, as well as its research and development capabilities to expand Xebec's product portfolio to include filtration products for hydrogen and renewable natural gas. The deal provides Xebec with a unique opportunity to vertically integrate into the valuable aftermarket business for filters and elements, which is expected to be immediately accretive and bring Tiger Filtration's products to Xebec's service subsidiaries. The acquisition positions Xebec well as it looks to transition from being predominantly an equipment supplier to a support and service-oriented organization with recurring revenue streams for renewable and low carbon gases. The deal is expected to provide cost savings by displacing parts currently bought by Xebec's existing subsidiaries and will enable the company to increase revenues by leveraging its sales and distribution networks. The acquisition is a key step in Xebec's strategy to become a leading provider of clean energy solutions and is expected to drive growth and profitability for the company in the long term.

TIGER FILTRATION, which reported an EBITDA margin of LOGIN in 2020, is valued in this transaction at an EV/EBITDA multiple of LOGIN, representing a level LOGIN the average currently observed in the Industry & Manufacturing sector (11.0x).

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