Argos Surface Technologies (“Argos”) is a leading provider of advanced industrial surface treatments and high-value coatings for metals, plastics and carbon fibre. These services are mission-critical to customers’ production processes, enhancing durability, corrosion resistance, and performance. The Group operates through 15 industrial sites in Northern Italy, serving a diversified base of over 4,000 relationship customers located in close proximity to Argos’ facilities, across a broad range of end-markets including automotive, building & construction, home & design, mechanical engineering, and off-highway.

EMK Capital acquired a majority stake in Argos in July 2025 with key management and existing shareholders. EMK invested in Argos to reinforce its market position in its core segments and continue to expand its service offering and enter new end-markets via both organic growth and a transformational buy-and-build strategy.