Merck has completed the sale of its global Surface Solutions business to Global New Material International Holdings for EUR 665 million. The Surface Solutions business generated more than EUR 400 million in sales in 2024. Following the sale, Merck’s Electronics business will concentrate even more on semiconductor solutions. Long-term commitments and cooperation agreementsAs part of the agreement, the Gernsheim site will remain under Merck’s ownership, with GNMI leasing the required space for Surface Solutions operations under a long-term contract. Merck and GNMI have signed a range of supply and service agreements to ensure a smooth transition of operations.