Country

United States

Industry

Healthcare

Information on the buyer

About Frontier

Frontier Dental Lab (FDL) Group is a full service, multi-site laboratory group that provides high-end dental prosthetics for cosmetic dentistry (full arch, single and multi-unit anterior crowns and bridges, and veneers), general dentistry (single and multi-unit posterior crowns and bridges), implants (single unit, bridge, and full mouth) and removable dental products (dentures, custom trays, and nightguards). With approximately 575 employees across seven laboratories, FDL Group serves over 6,000 customers throughout North America.

About O2 Investment Partners

O2 Investment Partners is a Midwestern-based private equity firm that seeks to acquire majority interests in lower-middle market Family/Founder-owned businesses in B2B services, technology, and select niche industrial companies. The firm invests in businesses with earnings growth potential and a clear path to the creation of shareholder value.

Information on the seller

Friendship Dental Laboratories, LLC is a full-service dental laboratory providing a complementary offering of general dentistry and cosmetic dentistry products. Friendship also offers a full suite of value-added services including in-office assistance, in-house continuing education courses, and chair-side conversions. Friendship has approximately 90 employees across its headquarters in Rosedale, MD (fixed lab), and Baltimore, MD (removable lab).

Rationale for the transaction

The transaction will enable Frontier Dental Laboratories to provide Friendship Dental Laboratories with additional resources to support growth as they continue to invest in their employees and technology, which will allow them to best serve their customers.

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance acted as the advisor to Frontier Dental Laboratories, a portfolio company of O2 Investment Partners, on its partnership with Friendship Dental Laboratories.

Operation

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Country

Finland

Industry

Professional Services

Information on the buyer

Renta is a Northern European full-service equipment rental company founded in 2015. The company has operations in Finland, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Poland, and the Baltics, with 135 depots and approximately 1,500 employees. Offering a wide range of construction machines and equipment along with related services, Renta is also a significant supplier of scaffolding and weather-protection services.

Information on the sellers

Espoon Rakennuskonevuokraamo Oy operates general machine rental services.

Rationale for the transaction

IK Partners-owned Renta Group strengthens its position in Finland by acquiring the share capital of Espoon Rakennuskonevuokraamo Oy.

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance acted as the exclusive advisor to the shareholders of Espoon Rakennuskonevuokraamo Oy on the sale to Renta Group, a portfolio company of IK Partners.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

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Country

Germany / USA

Industry

Industrials

Information on BUHLMANN Group

BUHLMANN Group is a premium trading company for steel pipes, pipe fittings and accessories around the world. It stands out for its quality and global service.

Information on Lockwood Partners

Lockwood Partners is a successful distributor of valves, pipes, fittings and flanges to the midstream and downstream petrochemical sectors in the US American Gulf area.

Rationale for the transaction

With Lockwood Partners, the BUHLMANN Group gains a family-run business that will strengthen BUHLMANN’s presence in North America and quickly achieve success with its own strengths in purchasing and storage-intensive products.

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance acted as the advisor to BUHLMANN Group on the acquisition of Lockwood Partners.

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

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Country

Denmark / Sweden

Industry

TMT

Information on the buyer

Pamir is an independent investment company providing competence, experience and financial resources successfully. Through committed ownership and strong support to the company’s management, Pamir develops companies to reach its full potential.

Information on the seller

Based in the capital region of Denmark, PC Schematic has 45 years of experience in developing and delivering specialized ECAD software solutions for Automation & Electrical Installation as well as support worldwide.

Rationale for the transaction

Expansion.

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance acted as the exclusive advisor to the shareholders of PC Schematic on the sale to Pamir AB.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

France / United Kingdom

Industry

Financial Services

Information on the buyer

Charterhouse is one of the longest established private equity firms operating in Europe. Charterhouse invests with a growth-focused approach to mid-market European companies across the services, healthcare, industrials, and consumer sectors. They follow a selective, conviction-led style, sourcing attractive investment opportunities often ahead of any process with the long-term ambition of driving transformational change.

Information on the seller

France Valley is an asset management company offering two main investment solutions – investment funds in Natural Assets (forestry and vineyards) and investment funds in real estate usufruct of SCPIs – to a diversified investor base composed of both institutional and private investors.

Rationale for the transaction

France Valley is a leader in its niche market in France. Having Charterhouse onboard as a minority shareholder will boost the image of the group in the market. The ambition of the founders, together with Charterhouse, is to become the European leader in its niche markets.

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance acted as the advisor to the shareholders of France Valley on the minority stake sale of Charterhouse Capital Partners.

Operation

Advisor to the company

Country

United States

Industry

Industrials

Information on the buyer

Industrial Service Solutions (ISS) manufactures, supplies, installs, integrates, and services critical-to-process equipment for a broad range of industries. Their regional shops are fully equipped to repair and overhaul all process and rotating equipment types, brands, and applications. They also provide nationwide field services through our in-house engineering support.

Information on the seller

Servo South is your single source for repair and service of servo motors, electronic boards and drives, hydraulic motors, and AC/DC electrical motors. Their company was founded by Barry Beaver with two strong principles in mind: to offer exceptional customer service and deliver a quality product on time.

Rationale for the transaction

The acquisition expands ISS’ position in the rapid-growth industrial automation sector, facilitating extension of servo motor and electronics repair services at key ISS facilities across the United States.

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance in the US, Dinan & Company LLC, acted as the advisor to Industrial Service Solutions in the acquisition to Servo South.

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

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Country

UK

Industry

Professional Services

Information on the buyer

WASHCO is an independent, national specialist in the supply, support and lifecycle maintenance of commercial laundry equipment.

Information on the seller

Goodman Sparks supply, install and service the top brands of commercial laundry equipment.

Rationale for the transaction

Expansion of WASHCO’s geographical footprint

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance acted as the exclusive advisor to Goodman Sparks’ shareholders on the sale to WASHCO

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

UK

Industry

Environment

Information on the buyer

Mitie Group PLC is a British strategic outsourcing and energy services company. They provide infrastructure consultancy, facilities management, property management and energy and healthcare services.

Information on the seller

Custom Solar is a Solar energy equipment supplier in Chesterfield, England.

Rationale for the transaction

Increase Mitie’s penetration of the renewables market

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance acted as the exclusive advisor to Custom Solar’s shareholders on the sale to Mitie

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

Denmark

Industry

Construction

Information on the buyer

Per Aarsleff A/S is the largest, multi-disciplinary contracting group in Denmark. Per Aarsleff plan and execute large scale projects within infrastructure, climate change, environment, and buildings construction.

Information on the seller

BL Grundvandssænkning A/S is a specialist contractor offering services within ground water control and construction de-watering.

Rationale for the transaction

N/A

Transaction information

Translink advised BL Grundvandssænkning A/S on the 100% sale to Per Aarsleff A/S.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

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Country

Italy

Industry

Industrials

Information on the buyer

B.group is an entrepreneurial investment company, founded in 2000 in Bologna. They invest directly in the capital of already consolidated small and medium-sized enterprises and in highly innovative scale-up projects.

Information on the seller

IFP Europe is a company specializing in the production of vacuum cycle metal washing machines using modified alcohols and HFE hydrocarbons.

Rationale for the transaction

The transaction represents a further milestone in IFP’s growth strategy in foreign markets, with a particular focus on Europe and North America.

Transaction information

Translink acted as the exclusive advisor to IFP Europe on the majority stake sale to a pool of industrial investors led by B.group.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

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Country

Sweden

Industry

IT

Information on the buyer

Founded in 2014, Miss Group is an international web hosting group that offers a range of hosting related services at favourable prices such as web hosting, domain registration, VPS, dedicated servers, sitebuilder, SSL-Certificate, SEO Tools, web security and domain management.

Information on the seller

PrivateVPN provides VPN services to over 75,000 customers globally and enables customers to easily connect to high security servers, providing encrypted and safe communication.

Rationale for the transaction

The acquisition of PrivateVPN will enable Miss Group to provide stronger VPN services to the market.

Transaction information

Translink advised Miss Group on the acquisition of PrivateVPN.

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

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Country

Spain / Germany

Industry

Professional Services

Information on the buyer

CECOP Group is the first global community leader in the sector. It is an expert in providing strategic solutions in operational management, development, training and transformation of opticians. It currently has more than 7,500 members distributed around the 11 countries where it is present: Europe (Spain, Germany, Portugal, Italy, England, Ireland and France), Latin America (Brazil, Colombia and Mexico) and the USA.

Information on the seller

Optic Society works with over 40 renowned national and international optics suppliers. This ensures you clear purchasing advantages at first-class conditions and the choice to only offer your customers the best.

Rationale for the transaction

Market entry in Germany as part of global growth strategy.

Transaction information

Translink advised CECOP Group on the acquisition of Optic Society Vertriebs GmbH.

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

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Country

Sweden / Finland

Industry

Industrials

Information on the buyer

Eitrium is a long-term investor for niched and profitable SMEs. Eitrium has a decentralised business model.

Information on the seller

Keymet is a manufacturing company from Finland, specialised in sheet metal processing and mechanical components manufacturing.

Rationale for the transaction

Eitrium’s business model and values go hand in hand with Keymet.

Transaction information

Translink acted as the exclusive advisor to Keymet in the sale to Eitrium.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

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Country

Ireland / Germany

Industry

Professional Services

Information on the buyer

Cpl is a global provider of recruitment and talent solutions to startup companies, multinationals and SMEs in every sector from Technology to Accounting. The group currently has 12 companies with a total of 21 offices spread across 14 Irish offices and 7 other European countries. Cpl Resources plc became part of OUTSOURCING Inc., a listed company based in Tokyo, in 2020.

Information on the seller

neusta consulting has been on the market since 2008 and was formed out of the team neusta group through an MBO. The company is active in the recruitment and placement of IT professionals and the acquisition of IT projects. The core business of neusta consulting is the placement of external, freelance IT specialists with corporate clients throughout the DACH region.

Rationale for the transaction

Market entry in Germany as part of European growth strategy.

Transaction information

Translink advised neusta consulting GmbH on the 100% sale to Cpl Resources plc.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

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Country

United States

Industry

Professional Services

Information on Questco Inc.

Since its founding in 1989, Questco has distinguished itself by providing outstanding customer support, expertise, and the resources needed to help its clients quickly reach higher levels of success.

Information on Parallel 49 Equity

Saci Pumps is the trading name of Bombas Saci S.A. a Spanish company specialized in the design, manufacture and distribution of swimming pool pumps in Spain and internationally.

Information on Total HR

Total HR (THR) is a comprehensive, “total” HR services provider, including HR Consulting and PEO services. They are a faith-based company that believes that their team’s calling is to focus on offering organisations the best HR services they can get, so their leaders can focus on what they bring to their businesses.

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance acted as the advisor to Questco, Inc., a portfolio company of Parallel49 Equity, on the partnership with Total HR.

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

Country

UK

Industry

Automotive

Information on the buyer

JCT600 are one of the UK’s largest and best-regarded car dealers.

Information on the seller

Volkswagen Van Centre is based in West Yorkshire and offers vans, services and support to help keep your business moving.

Rationale for the transaction

Acquisition complements JCT600’s existing dealership footprint

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance acted as the exclusive advisor to Volkswagen Van Centre’s shareholders on the sale to JCT600

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

United States / Canada

Industry

Logistics

Information on the buyer

American Trailer Rental Group, a portfolio company of Wind Point Partners, is a leading provider of short-term trailer rentals for storage, cartage and over the road applications.

Information on the seller

Hasiuk Trailer Rentals are a family owned and operated company located in Colborne with yards in Oshawa and Prescott. They specialise in the rental of highway & storage trailers, on-site storage containers and office trailers.

Rationale for the transaction

N/A

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance acted as the advisor to American Trailer Rental Group, a portfolio company of Wind Point Partners, on the acquisition of Hasiuk Trailer Rentals.

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

Country

Germany

Industry

Professional Services

Information on the buyer

The PlanetHome Group is one of the leading real estate service providers in Germany and Austria with the core areas of brokerage and financing of residential real estate. With consolidated sales of EUR 115 million and over 700 employees at more than 100 locations, the company is a sought-after partner in Germany and Austria.

Information on the seller

Hamburg-based RENEWA GmbH is a holistic provider of energy consulting. The one-stop-shop concept includes renovation consulting, subsidy consulting and CO2 neutral real estate optimisation. RENEWA’s philosophy is to contribute to the German energy transition and to make it sustainable.

Rationale for the transaction

Expansion and diversification of the company portfolio in the field of energy-efficient building optimisation.

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance acted as the advisor to PlanetHome Group on their investment in RENEWA GmbH.

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

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Country

United States

Industry

Construction

Information on the buyer

BlueThread Services

BlueThread Services is building the next market-leading roofing and exterior services group by partnering with top-tier companies.

Seaside Equity Partners

Seaside Equity Partners are a San Diego-based private equity firm focused on making control investments in leading providers of mission critical services in the Western U.S.

Information on the seller

Founded in Albuquerque in 2008, RoofCARE is a full-service commercial roofing contractor that focuses on cost-efficient, sustainable solutions that avoid premature roof replacement.

Rationale for the transaction

The partnership will further develop BlueThread Services Southwestern U.S footprint, augmenting the platform’s service, repair and maintenance focus.

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance in the US, Dinan and Company LLC, acted as the advisor to BlueThread Services, a portfolio company of Seaside Equity Partners on their partnership with RoofCARE.

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

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Country

United States

Industry

Industrials

Information on the buyer

ENTRUST Solutions Group

ENTRUST Solutions Group’s 3,000+ professionals across 36 locations in the United States provide comprehensive and dependable engineering, consulting, design, asset integrity, data solutions, and automation services to utilities, operators, and industrial customers with excellence from start to finish.

Kohlberg & Company

Kohlberg is a leading private equity firm based in Mount Kisco, New York. Since its inception in 1987, the company has organised nine private equity funds, through which it has raised $12 billion of committed equity capital.

Information on the seller

Magellan Advisors provides planning, engineering, grant writing and management of the fastest, most technologically advanced fiber and broadband networks. Their mission is to connect every community to the digital economy so that no one is left behind.

Rationale for the transaction

The partnership enhances ENTRUST’s capabilities and focus within the fiber broadband and grid modernisation markets and expands connectivity one community at a time.

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance acted as the advisor to ENTRUST Solutions Group, a portfolio company of Kohlberg & Company, on the acquisition of Magellan Advisors.

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

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Country

Norway

Industry

Sport

Information on the buyer

Credo Partners is an investment firm focusing on scaling up small and medium sized businesses in the Nordics. 

Information on the seller

Nr1 Fitness AS is an established fitness centre group with over 30,000 members and over 450 employees in Norway. 

Rationale for the transaction

The sale will develop Nr1 Fitness AS and the four other fitness centre groups into a solid platform with an even greater focus on competence, well-being and sustainability. 

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance acted as the exclusive advisor to Nr1 Fitness AS in the sale to Credo Partners. 

Operation

Advisor to the seller

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Country

Norway / Sweden 

Industry

Healthcare

Information on the buyer

Eitrium is a Swedish investment firm that acquires and manages stable and profitable product companies with a long-term perspective. 

Information on the seller

Minitech AS is a Norwegian medical heating aid specialist with offices in Norway and Sweden. 

Rationale for the transaction

N/A

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance acted as the exclusive advisor to Minitech AS on the sale to Eitrium.  

Operation

Advisor to the seller

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Country

Germany

Industry

Education

Information on the buyer

The SRH University of Applied Sciences in North Rhine-Westphalia is a private, state-recognised university of applied sciences specializing in logistics, economics, social sciences and psychology.

Information on the seller

Bundesvereinigung Logistik (BVL), is the national association of firms and institutions in the logistic and transportation industry in Germany.

Established in 1960 as a unique initiative of science, business and politics, the Deutsche Außenhandels- und Verkehrs-Akademie (DAV) is a nucleus of logistics thinking, research and teaching in Germany and trains specialists and managers for the logistics industry.

Rationale for the transaction

The strategic partnership leads to significant synergies between the two educational institutions and ensures long-term development of DAV.

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance acted as the exclusive advisor to Bundesvereinigung Logistik e.V. (BVL) on the 100% sale of Deutsche Außenhandels- und Verkehrs-Akademie (DAV) to SRH Hochschule Nordrhein-Westfalen GmbH.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

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Country

United States

Industry

Industrials

Information on the buyer

Tecum Capital Partners
Based in Pittsburgh, PA, Tecum Capital Partners is a multi-strategy investment firm focused on investing in lower middle market companies across the U.S.

Valley Ridge Investment Partners
Valley Ridge Investment Partners is an independent sponsor that unites good companies with respectful capital and helps them transition, grow and prosper.

Centerfield Capital Partners
Centerfield is a leading provider of junior capital to lower middle market companies. We work closely with financial sponsors (funded and independent), management teams, and business owners who seek subordinated debt and equity financing to build companies and create value.

Petra Capital Partners
Petra Capital Partners, based in Nashville, TN, has been a pioneer of the growth capital model, having invested more than $700 million in more than 100 high-growth private companies since they were established in 1996.

Information on the seller

Founded in 1983 and headquartered in Derry, PA, Keystone is a fabricator of various foam products and applications that serve the medical, packaging, furniture, and other industries. Keystone specializes in customized foam solutions using conventional polyurethane, polyethylene, viscoelastic foams, latex, and other components.

Rationale for the transaction

The sale will allow Keystone Foam Corporation to continue their family’s focus of re-investment into their valued people, their equipment, and facilities.

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance acted as the exclusive advisor to Keystone Foam Corporation on the sale to Valley Ridge Investment Partners and Tecum Capital, in partnership with Centerfield Capital Partners and Petra Capital Partners.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

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Country

UK

Industry

Industrials

Information on the buyer

Tri-Wall is a heavy-duty triple-wall corrugated manufacturer.

Information on the seller

One of the UK’s leading specialists in the design and manufacture of corrugated packaging products.

Rationale for the transaction

Geographical expansion.

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance acted as the exclusive advisor to Corrugated Case Company’s shareholders on the sale to TriWall.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

Switzerland

Industry

Professional Services

Information on the buyer

Swiss Post Solutions AG is a global full-service provider of physical and digital document management and provides a comprehensive suite of document processing and business process services.

Information on the seller

Avaloq Group is a leading software /SaaS developer for the banking and wealth management industry. The group is an NEC Company which is a leading Japanese multinational information technology and electronics corporation.

Rationale for the transaction

The sale enables Avaloq Group to focus on core activities of software/SaaS development for the banking and wealth management industry while Swiss Post Solutions AG consolidates their market leadership position in the Swiss commercial printing industry.

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance acted as the exclusive advisor to Avaloq Group on the sale of its subsidiary, Avaloq Outline to Swiss Post Solutions.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

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Country

United States

Industry

Construction

Information on the buyer

ARCXIS

Headquartered in Houston, TX, ARCXIS (formerly known as DPIS Builder Services), is the leading, national provider of outsourced engineering, inspection, energy efficiency, and quality assurance services to single-family and multi-family homebuilders, and energy inspections and permitting services to existing homes.

Saw Mill Capital Partners

Based in Briarcliff Manor, NY, Saw Mill Capital Partners is a private equity firm that acquires facility and industrial service, specialty distribution and manufacturing businesses with enterprise values of $25 million to $200 million.

Information on the seller

Jacksonville Building Science LLC is a provider of design, inspection, and testing services to residential homebuilders in Florida.

Rationale for the transaction

The acquisition expands ARCXIS’ footprint and further establishes ARCXIS as the national partner to residential homebuilders across the US.

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance in the US, Dinan and Company LLC, acted as the advisor to ARCXIS, a portfolio company of Saw Mill Capital Partners, on the acquisition of Jacksonville Building Science LLC.

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

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Country

UK

Industry

Logistics

Information on the buyer

H&M Distribution Group is a national-based pallet delivery service offering a whole array of logistical services throughout Europe and beyond.

Information on the seller

H&M Ventures Limited offer logistics – transport and warehousing services.

Rationale for the transaction

Provides an exit for the vendors and an opportunity for current management to take control of the company

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance acted as the exclusive advisor to the management team on the acquisition of H&M Distribution.

Operation

Advisor to the acquiror

Country

United States

Industry

Food & Beverage

Information on the buyer

Akoya Capital is a leading independent sector-focused private equity firm that creates and nurtures partnerships between management and capital.

Information on the seller

Devansoy is a soy protein ingredient company that produces non-GMO, organic, and hexane-free ingredients.

Rationale for the acquisition

N/A

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance acted as the exclusive advisor to Devansoy on the sale to Akoya Capital

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

United States

Industry

Professional Services

Information on the buyer

Lamb Insurance Services is the largest national brokerage dedicated exclusively to non-profit and human service organisations.

Information on the seller

Baylis & Geist has been serving the insurance needs of the community for more than seventy-five years. For over forty years, their “niche” has been caring for the insurance needs of religious institutions, while continuing to serve individuals, businesses and not for profit organisations.

Country

Italy / United States

Industry

Industrials

Information on the buyer

Culligan International is an American multinational leader in water filtration and treatment systems.

Information on the seller

Think:Water-PROFINE is a Veneto-based company, specialising in the design and manufacturing of filters and devices dedicated to food-grade water improvement.

Rationale for the transaction

The acquisition will enable Think:Water to enhance its brand and patents, while being able to rely on the expertise and resources of a multinational company.

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance acted as the exclusive advisor to Think:Water-PROFINE on the 100% sale to Culligan International.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

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Country

Turkey/Sweden

Industry

Industrials

Information on the buyer

Lesjöfors

The Lesjöfors Group provides the widest range of springs and pressings to customers in diverse industries across the world. With unique expertise in high technological, custom-made solutions and a flexible manufacturing capacity, Lesjöfors is the premier partner for all spring requirements.

Beijer Alma

Beijer Alma is listed on the Stockholm Stock Exchange and is an international industrial group focused on component production and industrial trading.

Information on the seller

Telform is a Turkish manufacturer of industrial springs to the domestic and international markets. The customer base is diversified across more than 30 countries and multiple industries such as white goods, construction, automotive, electrical and others.

Rationale for the transaction

The acquisition enables Lesjöfors to expand their production footprint and low-cost manufacturing capabilities, which enables further production optimisation in-line with Lesjöfors’ overall strategy. In addition, the acquisition gives Lesjöfors access to a new market that is well positioned to benefit from increased nearshoring.

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance acted as the advisor to Lesjöfors, a portfolio company of Beijer Alma, on the acquisition of Telform.

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

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Country

UK

Industry

Food and Beverage

Information on the buyer

Downing LLP is a sustainable investment manager established in London in 1986. A certified B Corporation with £1.7 billion assets under management, they focus on creating a sustainable future by investing in renewable energy, care homes, infrastructure, property and healthcare.

Information on the seller

The Pub People Company are one of the top 50 pub operators in the UK. They own an established estate of high-quality food and drink pubs in and around Nottingham, Derby, Chesterfield, Sheffield, and Lincoln.

Rationale for the transaction

Expansion of Downing’s interests in hospitality.

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance acted as the exclusive advisor to Pub People’s  shareholders on the sale to Downing

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

United Kingdom / Italy

Industry

Professional Services

Information on the buyer

Headquartered in Milan, and with more than 6,000 employees, Gi Group is active in more than 100 countries, due to its direct presence and strategic partnerships. Through its key brands, the company provides a suite of recruitment and HR solutions to more than 20,000 companies worldwide, generating revenues of €3.2bn (£2.79bn).

Information on the seller

Encore Personnel is a multi-award-winning recruitment agency recognised for its outstanding customer service and ambitious growth. Established in 2001, and employing more than 200 staff, the business has grown to become a £94m turnover agency, providing temporary and permanent jobs to the industrial, driving, energy, engineering, manufacturing, managed services, and professional services sectors.

Rationale for the transaction

The acquisition of Encore Personnel will allow Gi Group to consolidate its position in the UK’s driving, industrial and manufacturing sectors.

Transaction information

Translink acted as the exclusive advisor to Encore Personnel on the sale to Gi Group

Operation

Advisor to the seller

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Country

United States

Industry

Professional Services

Information on the buyer

PeopleShare, a portfolio company of Trivest, is headquartered in Collegeville, PA, and is one of the largest staffing firms in the Mid-Atlantic and Midwest regions. Since 2005, PeopleShare has grown from two employees to 40 branches. PeopleShare connects their clients with top talent who hit the ground running from day one. They specialise in mobilising talent in the temporary, temporary-to-hire, and direct-hire staffing roles in the clerical and light industrial sectors.

Information on the seller

The seasoned industry experts at DecisionPathHR® deliver what technology alone cannot – customised recruitment solutions based on face-to-face contacts, in-depth interviews, site visits and the relationships they build with their clients. Their advanced screening and on-boarding processes can make the difference between a great fit and an adequate one – between retention and rapid turnover.

Rationale for the transaction

The acquisition joins two companies together to provide a unique blend of staffing services to North Carolina and South Carolina.

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance acted as the advisor to PeopleShare, a portfolio company of Trivest on the acquisition of DecisionPathHR®.

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

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Country

Sweden/Switzerland

Industry

Consumer Discretionary

Information on the buyer

SwissCommerce is more than just shopping. It provides exciting content about products and individual advice around ​​commerce that enables you as a customer to have a unique shopping experience.

Information on the seller

Astro Sweden is the industry leader in B2B and B2C sales of products related to hunting, fishing, astronomy, and other outdoor activities.

Rationale for the transaction

N/A

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance acted as the exclusive advisor to the shareholders of Astro Sweden AB on the majority stake sale to SwissCommerce.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

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Country

United States

Industry

Professional Services

Information on the buyer

Established in 2008, Confie is the nation’s leading personal lines insurance distribution company. Today, Confie meets customers wherever they are – with more than 800+ retail locations in 23 states, the Bluefire general agency, and a telephone and online shared service center servicing all 50 states. Confie is a portfolio company of Alliant.

Information on the seller

Serving Douglas County for the past 90 years, CoWest Insurance Group, Inc. has evolved from a single agency into a thriving agency network with 30 independent insurance agencies serving the entire state of Colorado.

Rationale for the transaction

The partnership is an alignment of a shared commitment between Confie and CoWest Insurance Group who will continue to provide their customers with the very best insurance solutions and opportunities to lead in their industry.

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance acted as the advisor to Confie on the acquisition of CoWest Insurance Group Inc.

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

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Country

Finland / Germany

Industry

Education

Information on the buyer

Klett Group is one of Europe’s leading educational companies. A 125-year-old German family business, Klett employs 9,441 people globally, operates in 19 countries and owns kindergartens, schools, as well as more than 40 publishing companies.

Information on the seller

Studeo is a Finnish growth company focused on digital learning materials and interactive learning platforms. Studeo has created its success by developing a unique service that combines high-quality digital learning materials, pedagogical design, and technology the company has developed.

Rationale for the transaction

Studeo will receive access to additional resources for the publishing of educational materials and development of the company.

Transaction information

Translink acted as the exclusive advisor to Studeo on the majority stake sale to Klett Group.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

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Country

UK

Industry

Professional Services

Information on the buyer

Hugh James is the largest Welsh-headquartered law firm.

Information on the seller

Potter Rees Dolan provides high-quality legal services for people who have sustained a serious injury or live with a disability.

Rationale for the transaction

Geographical expansion.

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance acted as the advisor to Hugh James on the acquisition of Potter Rees Dolan.

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

Country

United States

Industry

Professional Services

Information on the buyer

Seven Isles Capital is a privately held holding and management company for the operating assets of the DeAngelo Family. They provide flexible, long-term capital, and truly partner with the businesses and people they invest in.

Information on the seller

Partner Rentals was founded in 2016 to meet the needs of homeowners and businesses that were tired of the usual business of the big box rental companies: high prices, red tape, and under delivered promises. At Partner Rentals, decisions are made locally, they purchase the equipment required for local jobs, and they genuinely want to see the local area prosper because they are part of it.

Rationale for the transaction

N/A

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance acted as the advisor to Seven Isles Capital on the acquisition of Partner Rentals.

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

Country

United States

Industry

Healthcare

Information on the buyer

Trumpet Behavioral Health is a leading provider of behavioural health services. They specialise in the treatment of children and adults with autism spectrum disorders and developmental disabilities, using the principles of Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA).

Information on the seller

Therapeutic Pathways provides intensive language and behaviour therapy to children on the autism spectrum. They also provide social skills training in small groups. In addition, summer social skills training camps are available.

Rationale for the transaction

The partnership with Therapeutic Pathways will increase access to care for Trumpet Behavioral Health clients in the Sacramento area and the Central Valley of California.

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance acted as the exclusive advisor to Therapeutic Pathways, Inc. on its partnership with Trumpet Behavioral Health, a portfolio company of WindRose Health Investors.

Transaction information

Advisor to the seller

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Country

UK

Industry

Healthcare

Information on the buyer

Swedencare supplies custom vet products.

Information on the seller

Custom Vet Products is a manufacturer of high-quality products for animals.

Rationale for the transaction

Accelerate Sweden Care’s expansion plans.

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance acted as the exclusive advisor to Custom Vet Products’ shareholders on the sale to Sweden Care.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

United States

Industry

Industrials

Information on the buyer

City Rise Safety
City Rise Safety traces its roots back to 1988, as a single crew working on the San Francisco Bay Bridge project. Since then, City Rise has expanded to hundreds of crews that service the entire state of California. City Rise Engineering Solutions extends to all 50 states throughout the US.

Lineage Capital
Founded in 2003, Lineage invests exclusively in owner-managed businesses. Their unique partnership approach provides business owners with significant liquidity, while enabling them to retain a meaningful ownership position and continue to control of the board of directors.

Information on the seller

BATS Traffic Solutions Inc. was established in 2008 with the mission of providing the very best in traffic safety services to their customers. They are strongly committed to the safety of their employees, customers, and the general public.

Rationale for the transaction

The partnership allows the combined company to leverage its expanded footprint and resources to provide the most comprehensive solution for nearly any type of project, regardless of size or scope.

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance acted as the advisor to City Rise Safety, a portfolio company of Lineage Capital on the partnership with Bay Area Traffic Solutions.

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

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Country

Italy/ Spain

Industry

Industrials

Information on the buyer

Briolf Group is the name of the new industrial group made up of six long-established companies in the specialty chemicals sector.

Information on the seller

Areco Italia specialises in the development and manufacturing of aerosol paints for multiple sectors such as decoration, DIY, and industry, with more than 50 years of experience, located in Abbiategrasso, Lombardy.

Rationale for the transaction

This acquisition, together with an ambitious expansion and organic growth plan, will enable Briolf Group to double its turnover in the next few years.

Transaction information

Translink acted as the exclusive advisor to Areco Italia on the 100% sale to Briolf Group.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

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Country

Finland

Industry

Industrials

Information on the issuer

Tamtron Group Oyj is an international weighing technology company that provides reliable, accurate, and intelligent weighing solutions for several industrial needs to over 60 countries globally, with 50 years of weighing industry experience.

Rationale for the IPO

Executing growth strategy, including acquisitions and international expansion.

IPO information

The IPO exceeded expectations and the Company received the capital it applied for in the listing.

Operation

Financial advisor and Certified advisor

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Country

United Kingdom

Industry

Construction

Information on the company

Distinction Doors is a market leading composite door manufacturer

Rationale for the acquisition

Development

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance UK acted as lead advisor to Distinction Doors Limited on its development capital fund raise with Shawbrook Bank.

Operation

Certified advisor

Country

Germany / Spain

Industry

Consumer Discretionary

Information on the buyer

The Fielmann Group is a stock-listed family business based in Hamburg, Germany. As the most customer-centric provider of eyewear, contact lenses and hearing aids, they serve 27 million active customers through an omnichannel platform comprised of digital sales channels as well as more than 900 retail stores across Europe.

Information on the seller

The MFI Group is a family-owned business based in Bilbao, Spain. The vertically integrated group operates optical and acoustic retail (“Medical Óptica Audición”: digital sales channels and 19 stores, almost 1 million customers), a lens surfacing and glazing site (“Elaboria”: 200,000 lenses served per year). They also develop and manufacture personal protection equipment (“Medop”: more than 1.5 million workers in 50 countries equipped).

Country

Poland / Spain

Industry

Environment

Information on the buyer

Saica Group is one of the largest European players in the development and production of recycled paper for corrugated board, with a production capacity of 3.3 million tonnes of recycled paper.

Information on the seller

Headquartered in Gdynia, Fox Recykling is a family-owned company with more than 30 years of experience in the wastepaper recycling business. Serving a base of more than 500 customers per year (including the largest paper mills in Poland and Germany), it collects and processes nearly 50 thousand tons of raw material per year.

Country

United Kingdom

Industry

Construction

Information on the client

Established more than 30 years ago, EPMS Supplies Limited provides services to the construction sector and is one of the industry’s longest serving independent stockists of specialist building material products.

Rationale on the transaction

Provides an exit for the vendors and an opportunity for current management to take control of the company.

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance acted as the exclusive advisor to the shareholders of EPMS Supplies on the sale to the management team.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

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Country

United States

Industry

Food & Beverage

Information on the buyer

Trivest Partners, with offices in Miami, Charlotte, Chicago, Los Angeles, Philadelphia, and Toronto, is a private investment firm that focuses exclusively on the support and growth of founder-led and family-owned businesses in the U.S. and Canada, in both control and non-control transactions.

Information on the seller

Perricone Juices is the leading producer of premium, craft juices in the country. Headquartered in Newport Beach, CA, the company operates manufacturing facilities in Beaumont, CA and Vero Beach, FL.

Rationale on the transaction

With Trivest Partners’ support, Perricone Juices will continue their track record of organic growth while they significantly invest in their operations and their team to better serve their customers.

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance acted as the advisor to Trivest Partners on its partnership with Perricone Juices.

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

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Country

United States

Industry

TMT

Information on the buyer

Magna5

Magna5, a NewSpring Holdings platform, provides managed IT services, cybersecurity, private and public cloud hosting, backup and disaster recovery and other advanced IT services to mid-market and enterprise customers, including leaders within the education, healthcare, government, financial services, manufacturing, and other industry segments.

NewSpring Holdings

NewSpring Holdings, NewSpring’s dedicated holding company with a strategy focused on control buyouts and platform builds, brings a wealth of knowledge, experience, and resources to take profitable, growing companies to the next level through acquisitions and proven organic methodologies. Founded in 1999, NewSpring partners with the innovators, makers, and operators of high-performing companies in dynamic industries to catalyse new growth and seize compelling opportunities.

Information on the seller

Interphase Systems is a Philadelphia-based managed IT services provider servicing businesses in the Philadelphia metropolitan region with a particular expertise in servicing the life sciences and financial services sectors.

Rationale for the transaction

The acquisition further strengthens the firm’s position as a formidable player in the Northeast and mid-Atlantic regions, offering a wide range of managed IT services.

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance acted as the advisor to Magna5, a portfolio company of NewSpring Capital, on the acquisition of Interphase Systems.

Operation

Advisor to the buyer
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Country

France / Poland

Industry

TMT

Information on the buyer

Inetum is a global IT solutions provider in the field of portal systems, sales systems, data warehouses, solutions and migration of systems based on the Azure platform, AWS and test automation.

Information on the seller

JCommerce is one of the leading providers of digital transformation services for the corporate sector in Poland.

Rationale for the transaction

The transaction is part of Inetum’s broader strategy to increase its market share in the CEE region.

Transaction information

Inetum has acquired 100% of the shares in JCommerce.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

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Country

Finland

Industry

Professional Services

Information on the buyer

Renta is a Northern European full-service equipment rental company founded in 2015. The company has operations in Finland, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Poland, and the Baltics, with 135 depots and approximately 1,500 employees. Offering a wide range of construction machines and equipment along with related services, Renta is also a significant supplier of scaffolding and weather-protection services.

Information on the sellers

Espoon Nosturikeskus Oy Pohjanväre is a Finnish company specializing in the rental and maintenance of aerial work platforms and construction equipment, founded in 1964.

Rationale for the transaction

IK Partners-owned Renta Group strengthens its position in Finland by acquiring the share capital of Espoon Nosturikeskus Oy Pohjanväre.

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance acted as the exclusive advisor to the shareholders of Espoon Nosturikeskus Oy Pohjanväre on the sale to Renta Group, a portfolio company of IK Partners.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

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Country

Finland

Industry

Professional Services

Information on the buyer

Renta is a Northern European full-service equipment rental company founded in 2015. The company has operations in Finland, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Poland, and the Baltics, with 135 depots and approximately 1,500 employees. Offering a wide range of construction machines and equipment along with related services, Renta is also a significant supplier of scaffolding and weather-protection services.

Information on the sellers

Lohjan Nosturipalvelu Oy engages in machine rental services.

Rationale for the transaction

IK Partners-owned Renta Group strengthens its position in Finland by acquiring the business operations of Lohjan Nosturipalvelu Oy.

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance acted as the exclusive advisor to the shareholders of Lohjan Nosturipalvelu Oy on the sale of business operations to Renta Group, a portfolio company of IK Partners.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

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Country

France

Industry

IT

Information on the buyer

Novia provides a range of services including systems integration and software engineering, assistance with project management and implementation, information systems quality and software testing, expertise and technical support.

Information on the seller

The IT services business of T-Systems France is specialised in systems integration: business applications development, integration, implementation, modernisation, migration and maintenance. The perimeter employs over 550 people and generates sales of over 55MEur

Rationale for the transaction

Build up geographically, complement the client base, enlarge the scope of activities and reinforce the expertise on both new or existing vertical industries.

Transaction information

Acquisition of assets in France

Country

France, Germany

Industry

Industrials

Information on the buyer

Phoenix Solar designs, builds and operates photovoltaic power plants and is a specialist provider of turnkey photovoltaic power plants and systems. Phoenix Solar had revenues of EUR 635 million in 2010.

Information on the seller

Batisolaire3 is a French developer of solar energy projects.

Rationale for the transaction

Securing access to a high-performance portfolio of photovoltaic projects in France

Transaction information

Phoenix Solar acquired 100% of the shares.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

France

Industry

Telecoms

Information on the buyer

NETCOM GROUP is a French telco company and MVNO (Mobile Virtual Network Operator) focused on the B2B market. NETCOM GROUP sells all kind of telecoms services to SMEs.

Information on the seller

SOCIETE GENERALE CP is the investment fund of SOCIETE GENERALE for small and mid cap transactions.

Rationale for the transaction

NETCOM GROUP founders was looking for a cash-out and a sponsor able to support its growth

Transaction information

SGCP acquired a minority stake of NETCOM GROUP.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

France, Germany

Industry

Industrials

Information on the buyer

Staci is a European specialist in picking and fulfilment since 1989. The company offers innovative B2B and B2C logistics solutions.

Information on the seller

Move Elevator GmbH is a leading player in the space for complex POS logistics and IT-related services.

Rationale for the transaction

Staci is further expanding its presence in the German market.

Transaction information

Staci purchased 100% of move elevator GmbH. Rationale for transaction: Further expanding its presence in the German market.

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

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Country

France, Germany

Industry

Construction

Information on the buyer

Staci is a leading provider of logistic organization, specialized managing of the whole logistic chain.

Information on the seller

Callius GmbH is a provider of tailored logistic solutions involving packing, picking, packaging, shipping and tracking.

Rationale for the transaction

The acquisition complements the international footprint of STACI, enabling the company to serve customers’ needs in Germany.

Transaction information

Asset deal

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

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Country

France

Industry

Healthcare

Information on the buyer

LCL and Banque Populaire are two main players of the bank industry in France

Information on the seller

DESTIA is a leader in the home care service industry in France, with revenue over 80m€

Rationale for the transaction

Overperfomed the business plan and refinanced the senior debt and quasi equity

Transaction information

Refinancing of 25m€

Operation

Advisor to Destia

Country

United Kingdom

Industry

Logistics

Information on the buyer

Walkers Transport management team backed by Total Capital Partners.

Information on the seller

Walkers is a leading UK transport and 3rd party logistics specialist. Providing bespoke transport solutions for leading manufacturers, retailers, wholesalers and distributors, moving ambient, non-hazardous, palletised goods across the UK, Ireland and Europe.

Rationale for the transaction

Management buyout

Transaction information

Translink acted as exclusive advisor to Walkers Transport’s shareholders on the sale to Total Capital Partners

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

Belgium, France

Industry

Financial Services

Information on the buyer

Private equity player, dedicated to the financing and the transmission of SMEs

Information on the seller

The company is a key trampoline for designers who want to launch their product or their brand in hypermarket networks in France, Belgium, the Netherlands, and Luxembourg

Rationale for the transaction

n/a

Transaction information

Ditec International sold a majority stake to Initiative Finance

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

France, Germany

Industry

Industrials – Freight wagon maintenance

Information on the buyer

INVEHO, a subsidiary of Ermewa Group, France, is a strong partner for the construction, conversion and maintenance of freight wagons.

Information on the sellers

The Villmann Group provides maintenance, repair and cleaning services for freight cars in the three workshop locations. Today, the Villmann Group is the second largest provider of maintenance services in Germany.

Rationale for the transaction

With the sale of the three plants to INVEHO the Villmann family strengthens the long-term development of its operations so that both employees and customers will benefit from the capabilities and European set-up of INVEHO.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

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Country

Belgium, France

Industry

Construction

Information on the buyer

Assystem is a leading international player in Industrial and Infrastructure Engineering

Information on the seller

Onyx Promavi specializes in the management of complex Infrastructure Projects, i.e. project planning, cost control, deadline management and risk management

Rationale for the transaction

Enhancement of Assystem’s expertise, business processes and client portfolio in Project Management

Transaction information

Onyx Promavi was sold to Assystem

Operation

Advisor to the seller

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Country

France / The Netherlands

Industry

Food and Beverage

Information on the buyer

Barentz is a leading global life science ingredients distributor. The company sources branded specialty ingredients from leading manufacturers worldwide and its ingredient experts provide value-added technical support which includes pre-mixing, blending, ingredient formulation and ingredient testing from its state-of-the-art, customized formulation centers and application laboratories in EMEA, Americas and Asia-Pacific.

Information on the seller

Founded in 2010, Natural is a distributor of natural, herbal, and functional ingredients for the nutraceuticals (dietary supplements) industry in France and Europe.

Country

France

Industry

Industrials

Information on the buyer

Sparring Capital is an independent private equity firm dedicated to supporting French SMEs.

Information on the seller

Afitexinov is one of the French leaders in the geosynthetics market – textile products made from polymer material for the purposes of separation, protection, filtration, reinforcement, or soil drainage and surfaces.

Country

France

Industry

Industrials

Information on the buyer

Barbarie is a wood storage box specialist.

Information on the seller

PGS Group transport and store products with Care Invest in high quality Pallets.

Rationale for the transaction

Consolidation of the market in Europe.

Transaction information

Acquisition of 100% of the shares.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

France, Portugal

Industry

Industrials

Information on the buyer

European leader in designing and manufacturing accessories for sliding aluminium doors/windows: locks, cladding, handles, rollers, etc.

Information on the seller

GNS group is a group of industrial companies, specialized in developing products and solutions for the aluminum accessories industry.

Rationale for the transaction

GNS’ products will complement the Sotralu Group range

Transaction information

Acquisition of a large majority stake of GNS Group (Portugal) by Sotralu Group (France).

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

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Country

France

Industry

Construction

Information on the buyer

NOX Group provides buildings and infrastructure engineering services.

Information on the seller

LBE Fluides (a former subsidiary of EDF) is a MEP engineering company (Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing) that operates in the sectors of industry, housing, health (hospitals and laboratories) and tertiary with a specialty in thalassotherapy and spa.

Rationale for the transaction

The acquisition of LBE Fluides will enable NOX Group to strengthen its territorial network in the Center-Val de Loire region and its expertise in high-value-added technical fields as well as to expand its portfolio of clients and architects.

Transaction Information

Nox Group acquired 100% of the shares.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

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Country

France, Germany

Industry

Construction

Information on the buyer

With establishments in more than 40 countries and 6,700 employees, the SOCOTEC Group provides assistance to customers throughout the world and throughout the lifecycles of their projects, in the areas of quality, health & safety, and the environment

Information on the seller

ZPP operate in 10 locations in Germany with nearly 200 experts. ZPP brings expertise in all disciplines of civil engineering.

Rationale for the transaction

Socotec increases its German operations

Transaction Information

Acquisition of majority stake (80%)

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

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Country

France

Industry

Construction

Information on the buyer

Groupe Legendre is an independent building and construction company in France and in the UK

Information on the seller

GSH is a local leader in Auvergne Rhone Alpes.

Rationale for the transaction

Geographic expansion in France

Transaction information

Groupe Legendre acquired 100% of the shares

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

Country

France

Industry

Food

Information on the buyer

Together is a family office specialized in food supplements.

Information on the seller

The company is located in Europe and China, it deals with 80 products in more than 1,000 drug stores in France.

Rationale for the transaction

N/A

Transaction information

Acquisition of a majority stake

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

France

Industry

IT

Information on the buyer

SGCP is Société Générale’s private equity arm in France. Bpifrance is the French state fund. Etoile Capital is Crédit du Nord’s private equity arm in France. Indinvest is a European private debt lender, part of Eurazeo group.

Information on the seller

Foliateam is a leading telecom and cloud services provider in France. With over 4,500 clients and +50m€ of sales, Foliateam now aims at becoming a +100m€ sales company, with a leading position on cloud collaboration and customer relationship solutions for mid size and large cap companies.

Rationale for the transaction

Foliateam has developed a unique set of expertise on the leading cloud collaboration and customer relationship platforms and is a leading telecom service provider in France. The company has all it takes to become the independent leader in France.

Transaction information

MBO and growth financing backed by PE sponsors and INDINVEST Unitranche

Operation

Advisor to the seller

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Country

France, The Netherlands

Industry

Food & Beverage

Information on the buyer

Barentz is the global life science ingredients distributor specialized in human nutrition, pharmaceuticals, personal care and animal nutrition, creating unique synergies across all fields of expertise.

Information on the seller

Unipex Group is a French company specialized in the development, distribution and marketing of specialty chemicals and active ingredients.

Rationale for the transaction

Acquisition of a French market leader.

Transaction information

Unipex was sold to Barentz International.

Operation

Advisor to the buyer
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Country

France

Industry

IT

Information on the buyer

French leader in digital advisory and services. 100% subsidiary of NEURONES, a listed company.

Information on the seller

AEZAN Services is a digital transformation and IT services specialist.

Rationale for the transaction

Acquire additional knowledge and skills in digital transformation as well as a strong management.

Transaction information

NEURONES acquires a majority participation of the shares of AEZAN

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

France, Morocco

Industry

IT

Information on the buyer

D.FI is a leading IT services company and managed services provider in France, focused on delivering high value added solutions to midmarket and large corporates.

Information on the seller

MyOpla SS is an IT company located in Morocco. MyOpla offers support solution and application development and maintenance for midmarket and large corporations.

Rationale for the transaction

Strengthening of the Buyer’s position by integrating vertically and creating a new division in the application development business.

Transaction information

D.FI acquired 100% of the shares of the company.

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

Country

France, Italy

Industry

IT

Information on the buyer

European leader in clinical healthcare software both for public and private hospitals

Information on the seller

Leading French healthcare software company dedicated mostly to the French market

Rationale for the transaction

Entry into the private market in France, acquisition of software solutions to be generalized at group level

Transaction information

DEDALUS acquires 100% of the shares of Web100T

Operation

Advisor to the seller

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Country

France

Industry

IT

Information on the buyer

Exakis is a subsidiary of Groupe Magellan an leading Consulting and IT services company with over 100m€ of sales. EXAKIS is an expert on Microsoft technologies.

Information on the seller

Nelite is one of the leading Microsoft expert in France and Morocco, with over 150 consultants.

Rationale for the transaction

Create the French leader on Microsoft technologies and then further expand in Europe

Transaction information

Exakis and Nelite now form a group of 60m€ in sales and 500 consultants.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

France

Industry

IT

Information on the buyer

Historically specialized in IT assistance for the end users, advisory, migration or IT equipment deployment, Hotline realizes maintenance in operational condition.

Information on the seller

METALOGIC specializes in technical assistance and workstation gesture (move, add and change) and especially software integration and deployment, IT stock management etc.

Rationale for the transaction

Hotline was aiming to broaden its scope of competencies and acquire new clients.

Transaction information

Hotline acquired 100% of Group Metalogic. S.Amiet, GM of Metalogic is now a shareholder of the new group.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

Belgium, France

Industry

IT

Information on the buyer

Webedia markets audiences of web-users to online advertisers, through the development and entertainment of online communities around specific themes (video games, sports, cooking…).

Information on the seller

G4Interactive develops software to analyze, measure and track online visibility of brands or suites of words.

Rationale for the transaction

Enhancement of Webedia’s ability to increase the efficiency of its SEM activities, and therefore to capture, develop and retain more audiences.

Transaction Information

Sale of 51% of the shares, the rest to be sold through put and call options over 3 years.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

France

Industry

IT

Information on the buyer

CM-CIC Investissement (private equity arm of Crédit Mutuel) and BNP Paribas Développement (private equity arm of BNP Paribas) are specialized in development capital, turnaround, leverage buyouts, buyins, growth capital, and management buyouts

Information on the seller

Taranis distributes telephone equipment and computer network wiring and supplies.

Rationale for the transaction

The opportunity to invest in a profitable and growing company with a leading position on the French market

Transaction Information

CM-CIC Investissement and BNP Paribas Développement acquired 34,7% of the shares. The management returns in this second MBO as majority shareholders.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

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Country

France

Industry

IT

Information on the buyer

The private investor is a Family Office investing both in early-stage and mature companies in Europe.

Information on the seller

G4interactive designs and markets online SEO rank checker and SEM market analysis tools, aiming at measuring and improving clients’ web visibility. The company is a fast-growing venture, with cutting-edge technology driving ambitious development plans in France and Europe.

Rationale for the transaction

The company receives capital for expansion from a private investor having already built expertise in this industry through a previous successful investment.

Transaction information

Injection of new cash against a minority of the shares

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

Country

France, China

Industry

Luxury goods

Information on the buyer

Yuyuan is a listed company in China specialized in distribution of jewels.

Information on the seller

The company is located in Europe and North America selling of luxury jewels.

Rationale for the transaction

Capital increase + acquisition shares to obtain 55% of capital.

Transaction information

Acquisition of a majority stake

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

France

Industry

Sport

Information on the buyer

PACA Region investment arm, dedicated to investment in local start ups.

Information on the seller

MCES is one of the most advanced and professional eSport team in France. MCES also operates academies for non professional players.

Rationale for the transaction

Funds will be used to pursue the structuration of the company and hire new rosters to enter into new professional competitions.

Transaction information

Fundrising of 2.5M€

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

France

Industry

Automotive

Information on the buyer

EDEN Auto owns 82 car dealers in the south west of France. The group generated revenues of 910m€ in 2018

Information on the seller

PIGEON owns 12 car dealers in the south west of France with leading position of brands such as Nissan and Opel. The groupe generated 135m€ of sales in 2018

Rationale for the transaction

Consolidation of the market

Transaction information

Acquisition of 100% of the shares

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

France

Industry

Media and Communication

Information on the buyer

EDITIS, subsidiary of VIVENDI Group is one of the largest publishing company in France

Information on the seller

Les Editions l’Archipel is a niche independent book publisher

Rationale for the transaction

Acquisition of new portfolio and market consolidation

Transaction information

100% acquisition

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

France

Industry

Construction

Information on the buyer

Alliance Entreprendre, Siparex and Galia Gestion are 3 independent PE funds in France

Information on the seller

Groupe Ouvéo is a leading manufacturer of windows

Rationale for the transaction

3rd LBO

Transaction information

Galia Gestion, Alliance Entreprendre SAS and Siparex Groupe, along with the management team of Ouveo SAS have acquired the company, in a management buyout transaction, from Bpifrance SA and Ardian.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

France

Industry

Industrials

Information on the buyer

SPARRING CAPITAL is a French PE Fund specialized on mid-market transactions.

Information on the seller

CESACAP is an independent specialist of high and low voltage for the building industry

Rationale for the transaction

Pursuing the growth on the company with the new management

Transaction information

SPARRING CAPITAL acquired the company with the current managemen

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

France

Industry

Food

Information on the buyer

Garibaldi Participations (private equity arm of Banque Populaire Auvergne Rhône Alpes) invests in small and medium sized companies as a minority shareholder (up to 40%) and can also participate in majority-type arrangements with other investors.

Information on the seller

Soprauvergne distributes in France bakery products (desserts, starters, cooked dishes, pastries, biscuits, and sweets).

Rationale for the transaction

The opportunity to invest in a profitable and growing company.

Transaction Information

Garibaldi Participations acquired 23% of the shares. The owner remains the majority shareholder.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

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Country

France

Industry

Industrials

Information on the buyer

Sirail Group is specialized in rolling stock harnesses.

Information on the seller

Lia-Tech (I-Tech Group) is an industry supplier specialized both in the medium-volume serial production and low-volume production in the railway, aeronautics, military and energy sectors.

Rationale for the transaction

This merger operation is strategic, and it is the complementarity both commercially and industrially and know-how, which makes the assets of the Group in its new dimension.

Transaction Information

Groupe SIRAIL acquires 100% of LIA TECH.

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

Country

France

Industry

Industrials

Information on the buyer

BARBARIE SAS is the leading european manufacturer of storage boxes and bins for the storage of potatoes, carrots, onions, other vegetables and fruit.

Information on the seller

SIPALEX is specialized in the manufacture of wooden pallets and crates, from customized to large series.

Rationale for the transaction

BARBARIE wants to develop the business in an other region and acquired the opportunity to be more reactive for clients.

Transaction information

BARBARIE acquired a majority stake of SIPALEX.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

France

Industry

Industrials

Information on the buyer

VCMI designs, installs, upgrades and services equipment for energy, defense, steelmaking, the environment and other industries in general.

Information on the seller

CIM is a company that focuses on its three main fields of expertise: – the realization of rail infrastructure projects and their financing (CIM Projects), – the manufacture of components and the supply of parts, equipment and rolling stock (CIM Equipment), – rolling stock maintenance and logistics (CIM Services). So our ambition is to use all our professionalism and skills in the service of your project.

Rationale for the transaction

Offer complete solutions from conception, to operation and maintenance in the railway industry

Transaction information

CMI acquired over 70% of the shares of CIM

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

France

Industry

Logistics

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Group Blondel is a transport and logistics company

Information on the seller

Groupe Citra is a transport and logistics company

Rationale for the transaction

n/a

Transaction information

Acquisition of Groupe Citra by Groupe Blondel

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

France

Industry

Construction

Information on the buyer

Bernadet Construction is specialized in construction, engineering.

Information on the seller

Méditerannée Construction is specialized in buildings construction and renovation, public works.

Transaction Information

Bernadet acquieres 100% of the shares

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

Country

France, United Kingdom

Industry

Industrials

Information on the buyer

CIM Group operates in more than 120 countries worldwide facilitating the design and realisation of infrastructure supply and construction projects. In addition, it ensures the sustainability of work carried out, plus the reliability of rolling stock

Information on the seller

Mechan supplies rail depots worldwide with innovative lifting and handling equipment that is designed and manufactured to exacting standards in the UK.

Rationale for the transaction

This acquisition strengthens CIM’s ambition to become a world leader in the design and supply of turnkey railway workshop solutions.

Transaction Information

CIM Group acquired 85% of the shares within the closing. Opportunity to acquire the remaining 15% over 3 years.

Country

France

Industry

Financial Services

Information on the buyer

Paluel-Marmont Capital (subsidiary of Compagnie Lebon) invests as a minority or majority shareholder in the equity of French mid-market specializing in buy-out/buy-in financing and development capital.

Information on the seller

Historically specialized in the optimization of local taxes, EIF has expanded its activity to optimize the financing of innovation with the creation of EIF Innovation.

Rationale for the transaction

High value added activity in sectors with little competition.

Transaction Information

Paluel-Marmont Capital and key managers acquired respectively 40% and 30% of the shares. Additional 30% are kept by the founder.

Country

France

Industry

Industrials

Information on the buyer

Galia Gestion and Alliance Entreprendre are specialized in development capital, turnaround, leverage buyout, buy in, growth capital and management buyouts

Information on the seller

French manufacturer of wooden packaging (pallets and palox)

Rationale for the transaction

Opportunity to invest in a profitable and growing company with a palox leading position on the European market.

Transaction Information

Galia Gestion and Alliance Entreprendre funded the acquisition of Group Barbarie by the management

Operation

Advisor to the seller

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Country

France, Switzerland

Industry

Industrials

Information on the buyer

French leader in recycling

Information on the seller

Recycling solutions and waste prevention

Transaction information

Paprec acquired Lottner

Operation

Advisor to the buyer.

Country

France, Uruguay

Industry

Healthcare

Information on the buyer

Virbac is an animal health pharmaceutical company

Information on the seller

Santa Elena is a veterinary laboratory

Transaction information

Virbac acquired Santa Elena Laboratorios

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

Country

France

Industry

Healthcare

Information on the buyer

Astremis designs and distributes medical devices and dental equipment. It is a medical health equipment build-up.

Information on the seller

France Dentaire designs and manufactures equipment and supplies for dental surgeons and technicians under its own brands (SteriBlue, Chicago Instruments, Dent-O-Plast and Refracto). Its products are distributed through a network of national and international specialist distributors.

Rationale for the transaction

Astremis aims to benefit from operational synergies in terms of back office, sourcing, purchasing and supply.

Transaction information

Acquisition of 51% of the shares.

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

Country

France

Industry

Consumer Discretionary

Information on the buyer

The private investor aims to develop the chain with expansion in France and reinforce Bioline product line and distribution.

Information on the seller

Bioline is engaged in the operation of spas in Paris offering both body and face care and in the distribution of cosmetics under its own brand name. It has a wide client portfolio of approximately 12,000 customers

Rationale for the transaction

The private investor aims to open new retail stores both in Paris area and in the rest of France (including franchises). He also intends to expand cosmetics product range and to develop home care services offering.

Transaction Information

Acquisition of 100% of the shares.

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

Country

France

Industry

Professional Services

Information on the buyer

21 Centrale Partners is a private investment firm

Information on the seller

Impact provides field marketing services: sales force, sales promotion, merchandising

Rationale for the transaction

LBO acquisition of Impact by 21 Centrale Partners to accelerate Impact’s growth and to develop its position abroad

Transaction information

21 Centrale Partners acquired Impact

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

France, India

Industry

Industrials

Information on the buyer

Arkema is a global chemical company and a France´s leading chemical producer. Turnover EUR 6.5 billion and 14,000 employees across 40 countries.

Information on the seller

Agro is engaged in manufacturing and marketing castor oil derivatives and specialty chemicals. Turnover approx. INR 18 billion.

Rationale for the transaction

Through this JV, Arkema cements group´s strategy to develop specialty polyamides from castor oils, based on secure and reliable sources of supply. For Jayant Agro it consolidates its position as a leading consistent and reliable supplier of castor oils in global market.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

France

Industry

Healthcare

Information on the buyer

Promedis designs and distributes medical devices. It is a medical health equipment group in construction, and it fully grows through acquisitions of designer or distributor in this industry. In 2011, we had advised it acquisition of BHV Medical from

Information on the seller

Azur Medical distributes medical devices and disposable medical equipment to private customers, healthcare professionals and local public communities.

Rationale for the transaction

Promedis aims to build up one single major and multi-canal distributor acquiring companies having sales under Eur. 20 million.

Transaction Information

Acquisition of 100% of the shares

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

Country

Sweden / Finland

Industry

Professional Services

Information on the buyer

Renta is a Northern European full-service equipment rental company founded in 2015. The company has operations in Finland, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Poland, and the Baltics, with 135 depots and approximately 1,500 employees. Offering a wide range of construction machines and equipment along with related services, Renta is also a significant supplier of scaffolding and weather-protection services.

Information on the sellers

Hyrpoolen is a leading rental company of construction machines, scaffolding and similar equipment in the Greater Stockholm area. The operations expanded in 2017 to include rental of sheds and trailers, which has contributed to continued profitable growth. Hyrpoolen has two depots in Stockholm, one in Nacka and one in Haninge, with more than 30 employees and annual turnover of approximately 70 SEKm.

Rationale for the transaction

N/A

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance acted as the exclusive advisor to the shareholders of Hyrpoolen on the sale to Renta, a portfolio company of IK Partners.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

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Australia, United Kingdom

Industry

Tourism

Information on the buyer

Imagine Cruising is Emirates Group’s cruise business

Information on the seller

Travel company. Holiday Planet brands include Cruise Planet, Flight Planet and Seniors Planet

Rationale for the transaction

Expansion in Australia

Transaction Information

Emirates Group’s cruise business Imagine Cruising acquired Holiday Planet, with the company owned 51% by EK’s Dnata division continuing its expansion in Australia

Operation

Advisor to the seller

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Country

United Kingdom / Germany

Industry

Industrials

Information on the buyer

With its headquarters in Germany, Schmalz is the market leader in vacuum automation and ergonomic handling solutions.

Information on the seller

Palamatic is a leading manufacturer of materials handling lifting equipment for a range of sectors including pharmaceutical, food & beverage and agriculture.

Rationale for the transaction

The acquisition gives Schmalz access to the growing UK market for materials handling equipment.

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance acted as the exclusive to Palamatic’s shareholders on the sale to Schmaltz

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

UK

Industry

Food

Information on the buyer

Cranswick is a FTSE 250 listed plc and recognised as being one of the best British food companies.

Information on the seller

Grove Pet Foods Ltd is the home of the Alpha Feeds and Vitalin brands, producing high quality dry dog food for working and pet dogs.

Rationale for the transaction

The acquisition provides an entry into the pet food market for Cranswick.

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance acted as the exclusive advisor to Grove Pet Foods’ shareholders on the sale to Cranswick

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

UK

Industry

Industrials

Information on the buyer

Management team of HPC Laser.

Information on the seller

HPC Laser supplies CO2 and fibre laser engraving and cutting machines as well as CNC routers and provides training and after sales service.

Rationale for the transaction

Exit for the vendors and business continuity for staff and other stakeholders

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance acted as the exclusive advisor to HPC Laser’s shareholders on the sale to the management team

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

UK

Industry

Fashion

Information on the buyer

Parabellum Investments is a family office operating as a global private equity firm.

Information on the seller

Hervia offers latest designer fashion from most popular designer brands including Y-3, Comme Des Garcons, Rick Owens & many more.

Rationale for the transaction

Entry into the retail fashion market for Parabellum

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance acted as the advisor to Parabellum Investments on the acquisition of Hervia Group.

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

Country

UK

Industry

TMT

Information on the buyer

Kortext is a digital textbook and learning experience platform.

Information on the seller

Solutionpath is a Learner Analytics and Engagement specialist.

Rationale for the transaction

Strategic acquisition for Kortext.

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance acted as the exclusive advisor to Solutionpath’s shareholders on the sale to Kortext

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

United Kingdom

Industry

Industrials

Information on the buyer

Veezu is the UK’s fastest growing taxi and private hire technology platform with more than 8000 active driver-partners.

Information on the seller

City Taxis is the UK’s 3rd largest independent taxi provider operating a local taxi service in Sheffield, Chesterfield, Derby, Barnsley and Rotherham.

Rationale for the transaction

Expansion of Veezu’s geographical footprint.

Transaction information

Translink acted as the exclusive advisor to City Taxis on the sale to Veezu.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

France

Industry

Food

Information on the buyer

Solinest is a French leader in the distribution of mass-market products.

Information on the seller

TooGood is a French brand of healthy snacks.

Rationale for the transaction

Reinforcement of their position on the market of healthy food.

Transaction information

Solinest acquired TooGood

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

France

Industry

Food and Beverage

Information on the buyer

Turenne Groupe, one of the leaders in capital investment in France, has been supporting entrepreneurs with their innovative projects, from the development of the transfer of their companies, for over 20 years. As an independent player, the group manages over 1.2 billion euros.

Information on the seller

Mycophyto proposes revitalising cultivable soils with exclusively indigenous micro-organisms. Mycophyto does not replace chemical products with organic products. Instead, the Mycophyto innovation is based on the natural synergies between plants and microscopic fungi (AMF) in soils capable of interacting with plant roots.

Rationale of the transaction

To further finance the development of Mycophyto.

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance acted as the advisor to Mycophyto on the raising of equity from several financial investors.

Operation

Advisor to the company

Country

France

Industry

Health – HR services

Information on the buyer

L&H is a large competitor in France in HR services

Information on the seller

Strammer is a leading European player in Talent Acquisition within the healthcare industry

Rationale for the transaction

Develop the footprint in healthcare industry

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

Belgium, France, Spain

Industry

Industrials

Information on the buyer

CMAI Group is a leading French designer, manufacturer and marketer of custom-made closet doors and interior design furniture.

Information on the seller

Sanrafael and Castalla are leading Spanish interior door manufacturers. They develop, produce and market decorative interior doors of medium and high-end finishes.

Rationale for the transaction

This merger creates a new European Group, with 1,100 employees and a consolidated turnover of around € 140m (2019). It will enable CMAI to acquire the know-how and resources necessary to pursue its growth strategy in the field of interior doors in France.

Transaction information

CMAI acquired 100% of Puertas Sanrafael and Puertas Castalla. Countries involved: Spain, France, Belgium.

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

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Country

France, Spain

Industry

TMT

Information on the buyer

ALTEN is a French listed multinational company engaged in Engineering and Technology Consulting. ALTEN is active in more than 30 countries, with 40,000 employees and reported a revenue of 2.9 Bn euros.

Information on the seller

CLEVERTASK is a Spanish technology consultancy group specialized in digital transformation and Big data with a team of 200 employees and more than 60 multinational clients. Revenue 2021 €11m.

Rationale for the transaction

The acquisition of CLEVERTASK will enable ALTEN to acquire the know-how and resources necessary to undertake its expansion in the Spanish market.

Transaction information

Clevertask’s shareholders sold 100% of their shares to Alten.

Operation

Advisor to the seller
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Country

Finland, France

Industry

IT

Information on the buyer

Citec provides multi-discipline engineering and information management services to the energy and power industry and other technology-dependent industries. It employs 1,100 people and generated revenues of 70 MEur in 2012.

Information on the seller

AKILEA Engineering provides engineering, procurement, construction and project management services mainly for the Oil & Gas industry. It supports its clients in the design of offshore platforms, oil refineries, pipelines and power plants.

Rationale for the transaction

Increase Citec´s expertise and offering in the Oil & Gas industry and stregthen its position in the French market.

Transaction information

Citec acquires 100% of shares

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

France

Industry

Food & Beverage

Information on the buyer

Founded in 1996, Aquasourça is a private equity investment firm based in Lyon. The firm also specialises in real estate and growth investments with a keen interest to invest in the business, food, consumer products and services sectors.

Information on the seller

The Jock Group, founded in 1938 and based in Bordeaux, specialises in the design and production of dessert mixes through four complementary ranges: desserts to prepare, chocolate powders, pastry aids and ready-to-bake pastes.

Rationale for the transaction

Aquasourça acquires a strong leader in the food industry through its acquisition of The Jock Group.

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance acted as the advisor to Aquasourça on the acquisition of Jock.

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

Country

United Kingdom

Industry

TMT

Information on the buyer

OnTheMarket plc is the UK’s agent-backed property portal provider.

Information on the seller

The company is a Proptech business providing an end-to-end, automated lettings platform in the UK.

Rationale for the transaction

Facilitate continued growth as part of a larger brand.

Transaction information

OTM made a strategic investment for 20%, with the option to acquire the remaining 80% equity.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

France

Industry

Construction

Information on buyer

Founded in 1958 in Toulouse, the RMP Group, renamed Quatre+ after the operation, specialises in building construction, civil engineering, and real estate development. It has a solid base of private and public clients (Pierre Fabre, Kaufman & Broad, Bordeaux Métropole, etc.). Quatre+ has also been one of the preferred general contractors of the Adéo Group (Leroy Merlin, Bricoman, Zodio, etc.) for over 20 years.

Rationale on the transaction

This transaction enables Quatre+ to initiate a new phase in its development, by strengthening its position on the structural work market while continuing to develop its property development activity and diversifying its portfolio of activities towards new businesses.

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance acted as the exclusive adviser to Groupe RMP on the majority stake sale to Quatre+.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

United States

Industry

Industrials

Information on the buyer

For over 20 years, Mytee has been providing professionals in the Automotive, Carpet Cleaning, and Facility Maintenance industries with the best quality products and the best customer service, at the lowest price possible.

Information on the seller

Square Scrub floor cleaning and prep machines were developed to maximise productivity in every application. With 100+ different surface cleaning and preparation tools, their industrial floor machines handle cleaning, scrubbing, floor striping, and mopping while making the most efficient use of every pad, paper, or screen, saving both time and money.

Rationale for the transaction

The combined businesses will be able to provide a broad product line of extractors and floor machines for industrial cleaning applications across many industries.

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance acted as the advisor Mytee Product, Inc, a portfolio company of Dry Fly Capital on the acquisition of Square Scrub.

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

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Country

United States

Industry

Industrials

Information on the buyer

RE3DTECH
RE3DTECH is a provider of custom manufacturing services with a comprehensive suite of both additive and traditional manufacturing technologies. The company specializes in additive manufacturing services for production-grade parts across a variety of end markets, including medical, electronics, consumer, automotive, aerospace and defence, automation and industrial, among others.

CORE Industrial Partners
CORE Industrial Partners is a private equity firm with $700 million of capital commitments investing in North American lower middle-market manufacturing, industrial technology, and industrial services businesses.

Information on the seller

Founded in 1975, Stanfordville offers CNC machining and assembly services to a variety of end markets, including semiconductor, medical, aerospace & defence, electronics, instrumentation, and packaging.

Rationale on the transaction

The acquisition will result in RE3DTECH offering more comprehensive manufacturing capabilities, including additive manufacturing, to Stanfordville’s customer base.

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance acted as the advisor to RE3DTECH, a portfolio company of Core Industrial Partners, on the acquisition of Stanfordville Machine and Manufacturing.

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

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Country

United States

Industry

Professional Services

Information on the buyer

Wealthcare architected its original goals-based planning and investing methodology more than 20 years ago and holds 12 patents on its established goals management process. Powered by its patented Comfort Zone®, Wealthcare’s approach features innovative, personalized experiences and step-by-step tools that create deeper relationships between advisors and investors.

Information on the seller

Sommers Financial Management creates wealth management solutions to fit your needs and your lifestyle. We use a disciplined, personalized approach that takes the stress out of planning and investing.

Rationale on the transaction

The acquisition expands Wealthcare’s presence in the direct advisory market.

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance acted as the advisor to Wealthcare, a portfolio company of NewSpring, on the acquisition of Sommers Financial Management.

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

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Country

United States

Industry

Industrials

Information on the buyer

Over 30 years ago, NorthStar was founded to provide environmental abatement services to the northeast United States. Today, NorthStar has a nationwide branch network that generates more than $500 million in average annual sales and completes over 7,500 projects each year.

Information on the seller

Trans Ash is a leading provider of coal ash or coal combustion residuals (“CCR”) services to utilities customers across North America.

Rationale for the transaction

With the acquisition of Trans Ash, NorthStar has assembled market leading capabilities across their three primary service offerings: Commercial and Industrial Deconstruction, Nuclear Decommissioning and Waste Management, and Coal Ash Remediation and Reuse.

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance acted as the exclusive advisor to Trans Ash Inc, on the sale to NorthStar Group, a portfolio company of J.H. Lehman & Company.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

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Country

Finland

Industry

Industrials

Information on the buyer

Tamtron Group Oyj is an international weighing technology company that provides reliable, accurate, and intelligent weighing solutions for several industrial needs to over 60 countries globally, with 50 years of weighing industry experience.

Information on the seller

Lahti Precision is a weighing technology company with over 100 hundred years of expertise in improving industrial competitiveness. The company’s product and service offerings cover a wide range of industrial weighing solutions and a SaaS-based material flow management system. The company is based in Lahti, Finland.

Rationale for the transaction

The acquisition will enable Tamtron to provide its customers with an even wider global range of weighing and dispensing technologies, advanced SaaS solutions and lifecycle services to ensure customer success.

Transaction information

Translink acted as the advisor to Tamtron on the acquisition of Lahti Precision.

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

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Country

United Kingdom

Industry

TMT

Information on the buyer

Crosslake Technologies is a solutions-driven global advisory firm serving private equity investors and their portfolio companies, with a focus on technology due diligence, digital transformation strategy and technology value optimisation.

Information on the seller

Intechnica enables rapid business growth by delivering cost-effective digital innovation and transformation solutions.

Rationale for the transaction

Intechnica will accelerate Crosslake’s global growth strategy.

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance acted as the exclusive advisor to Intechnica on the sale to Crosslake Technologies.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

Sweden/Spain

Industry

TMT

Information on the buyer

Founded in 2014, Miss Group is an international web hosting group that offers a range of hosting related services at favourable prices such as web hosting, domain registration, VPS, dedicated servers, sitebuilder, SSL-Certificate, SEO Tools, web security and domain management.

Information on the seller

SERED was launched in 2009. They specialise in web hosting services, domain registration and offer quality support services to their clients.

Rationale for the transaction

N/A

Transaction information

70% shares for first step, and remaining shares for second step.

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

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Country

Spain / Germany

Industry

Professional Services

Information on the buyer

The CECOP Group is the only global purchasing group for opticians. Founded in 1996 by Jorge Rubio in Madrid, CECOP Group stands out above all for its commitment to the development and modernization of the sector and has more than 8,000 members in eleven countries.

Information on the seller

EGS Optik GmbH is one of the top five purchasing associations in Germany with clear added value in all areas to support standalone, owner-operated specialist optical stores. Furthermore, EGS is an established, reliable, and indispensable partner for the optical industry with long-standing business relationships.

Rationale for the transaction

Further expansion in Germany as part of global growth strategy.

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance acted as the advisor to CECOP Group on the acquisition of EGS-Optik GmbH

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

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Country

Norway / France

Industry

TMT

Information on the buyer

Visma is a leading provider of mission-critical business software for a more efficient and resilient society.

Information on the seller
Inqom is a French start-up, established in 2016 and offers new generation SaaS software that automates accounting production and generates the balance sheet in real time.

Rationale for the transaction

The acquisition accelerates Visma’s growth strategy in existing and new markets.

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance acted as the advisor to Visma on the acquisition of Inqom.

Operation

Advisor to the buyer
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Country

Finland / Sweden

Industry

TMT

Information on the buyer

DMC Production

DMC Production is a media production company specialising in providing a variety of broadcast and digital services to broadcasters, federations, and media rights agencies around the world.

Stena AB Group

DMC Production’s organisation is owned by Stena AB Group, one of Sweden’s largest family companies.

Information on the seller

Suora Broadcast is a Finnish production house specialised in demanding live productions, and a market leader in premium sports productions with multicamera solutions. Suora Broadcast is best known especially for its live productions of ice hockey and trotting in Finland.

Rationale for the transaction

The transaction makes DMC one of the major TV production companies in Northern Europe with more than 4000 annual productions. DMC now has offices in Helsinki, Stockholm, Oslo, and Copenhagen.

Transaction information

Translink acted as the exclusive advisor to the shareholders of Suora Broadcast on its sale to DMC Production.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

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Country

France / UK

Industry

TMT

Information on the buyer

Eagle Eye Solutions Group plc (AIM: EYE), is a leading SaaS technology company that develops digital connections enabling personalised, real-time marketing through coupons, loyalty, apps, subscriptions, and gift services.

Information on the seller

Untie Nots is a leading business based in France providing large retailers with AI powered promotion and gamification SaaS software solutions.

Rationale for the transaction

The transaction will provide Eagle Eye with additional product and technology capabilities and an enlarged talent base, including the Untie Nots co-founders and its current 30 tech-oriented employees.

Untie Nots strong reach in France and growing footprint in Europe and the US will expand Eagle Eye’s geographic reach and bring additional blue-chip customers into the Group, offering global cross-selling opportunities across complementary customer bases.

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance acted as the exclusive advisor to French Untie Nots on the sale* to English Eagle Eye Solutions Group.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

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Country

Sweden/Norway

Industry

TMT

Information on the buyer

Founded in 2014, Miss Group is an international web hosting group that offers a range of hosting related services at favourable prices such as web hosting, domain registration, VPS, dedicated servers, sitebuilder, SSL-Certificate, SEO Tools, web security and domain management.

Information on the seller

Domene has over 10,000 customers, manages more than 1,000 domain names and specialises in domain registration, web hosting and email services.

Rationale for the transaction

N/A

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance acted as the advisor to Miss Group on the acquisition of Domene.

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

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Country

Spain/France

Industry

Industrials

Information on the buyer

Soprema is a French multinational group based in Strasbourg specialised in waterproofing, roofing and insulation systems.

Information on the seller

Gecol is a Spanish construction mortars manufacturer with a strong positioning in the Spanish market.

Rationale for the transaction

The acquisition will allow Soprema to complement its existing product offering by integrating a company specialized in the manufacturing and distribution of mortars for facades and building interiors.

Transaction information

Soprema acquired 100% shares of Gecol

Operation

Advisor to the seller
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Country

France, United Kingdom

Industry

Merchandising

Information on the buyer

Abysse Corp is a global provider of merchandise.

Information on the seller

GB Eye is the UK’s leading poster and licenced product supplier.

Rationale for the transaction

n/a<

Transaction information

Abysse Corp, a France based global provider of fan focused merchandise has acquired GB Eye for an undisclosed sum.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

France

Industry

Professional Services

Information on the buyer

Private equity investor

Information on the seller

Company specialized in cost reduction

Rationale for the transaction

Transfer the majority to the managers (MBO)

Transaction information

Translink advises the shareholders of the EIF Group on the MBO transaction with CICLAD Gestion

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

France

Industry

Health

Information on the buyer

Major actor in France in nursing home industry

Information on the seller

5 centers specialized in Alzheimer care

Rationale for the transaction

Reinforce the position in the market

Transaction information

Translink advises the shareholders of Almage Group in the context of a strategic merger with Domidep

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

France, United Kingdom

Industry

Industrials

Information on the buyer

Egis is a major international group bringing innovation in consulting, engineering, and operations in the construction engineering and mobility services sectors.

Information on the seller

International consulting and research firm specialising in radioactive waste management and disposal. The company undertakes multidisciplinary studies covering all aspects of the radioactive waste lifecycle, including inventory analysis, waste treatment, conditioning, and packaging, interim storage, transport, and disposal.

Rationale for the transaction

Acquisition aligns with Egis’ strategic plan “Impact the Future” and to become active throughout the entire nuclear lifecycle.

Transaction information

Egis acquired 100% of Galson Sciences

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

France, Spain

Industry

Healthcare

Information on the buyer

Cecop is Europe’s leading international optical buying group operating worldwide

Information on the seller

Cercle Optique is a fast-growing buying group for French independent opticians

Rationale for the transaction

Cecop aims at being the world leader in its fields. With already established presence in Spain, Portugal, Italy, the UK and the USA, CECOP is now entering the French market. France is one of the largest market in Europe for independent opticians.

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

Country

France

Industry

Environment

Information on the buyer

Actor specialized in hazardous waste

Information on the seller

Actor specialized in hazardous waste

Rationale for the transaction

Reinforce the position in this sector

Transaction information

Unifer acquired 100% of Etares

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

France

Industry

Construction

Information on the buyer

French PE investor specialized in small-mid cap.

Information on the seller

Distribution of big bags.

Rationale for the transaction

Reinforce the position in the market in France and Europe.

Transaction information

LBO France acquired Baobag.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

France

Industry

Automotive

Information on the buyer

RCM is a distributor of the 5 Toyota, Lexus, Mercedes-Benz, Porsche and Bénéteau brands.

Information on the seller

GGE is the main distributor and repairer in Ile-de-France region for the Mercedes-Benz and Smart brands.

Rationale for the transaction

Reinforce the position in the market in France and Europe

Transaction information

RCM acquires 100% of GGE.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

France

Industry

Tourism

Information on the buyer

Siblu owns and operates 23 large family holiday parks in France and the Netherlands. Siblu’s holiday parks are located across Normandy, the Brittany coastline, the west of France, the Loire Valley, the Mediterranean coast, Zeeland and the Wadden Sea.

Information on the seller

Campings Grand Sud is a selection of high-quality campsites and holiday parks in the south of France. In Les Landes, Gironde and Hérault, all our campsites are located at the water’s edge, either by the sea or by a lake.

Rationale for the transaction

The acquisition allows the European leader in open-air accommodation and the French leader in the sale of mobile homes to owner-occupiers to increase its total capacity by 3,500 pitches, i.e., an increase of 25%.

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance acted as the advisor to Siblu in acquiring 100% of Holding New Aire – Campings Grand Sud.

Operation

Advisor to the buyer
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Country

France

Industry

Professional Services

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SOCOTEC is the leading provider of testing, inspection and compliance services, with comprehensive solutions across infrastructure, environment, building, real estate and dispute and advisory in France.

Information on the seller

Ascaudit Groupe focuses on vertical circulation (such as elevators), accessibility for people with reduced mobility and building energy. 

Rationale for the transaction

The transaction allows Ascaudit to obtain a stronger presence in France, a broader customer base and sharing of expertise that will accelerate the development of services, particularly on the issues of energy sobriety, adaptation, and renovation of buildings.  

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance acted as the exclusive advisor to Ascaudit on the 100% sale to SOCOTEC.  

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

France

Industry

Professional Services

Information on the buyer

InnovaFonds

Founded in 2011, InnovaFonds is an independent private equity firm that invests through growth-capital or buy-out transactions with an entrepreneurial approach.

BNP Paribas Développement

BNP Paribas Développement is an independent subsidiary of the international banking group BNP Paribas and has been investing its own funds directly for more than 30 years to support the development of SMEs and ETIs.

Information on the seller

As a premium moving specialist, DMAX offers businesses a full range of services. DMAX Group manages thousands of operations of all sizes every year, from moving housing to transferring head offices and industrial sites, treating the simplest and most sensitive projects with the same care.

Rationale for the transaction

InnovaFonds, supported by BNP Paribas Développement, acquired a minority stake in the DMAX Group to accelerate its development through external growth in France and in Europe.

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance acted as the exclusive advisor to DMAX on the minority stake sale to InnovaFonds and BNP Paribas Développement.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

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Country

France

Industry

Automotive

Information on the buyer

PLD automobile is a vehicle distributor and repairer in the Aix-Marseille-Provence region. Its Volkswagen, Seat, Skoda, Audi, Toyota, Lexus, and Suzuki dealerships sell 9,000 new vehicles and 7,000 used vehicles each year, for a turnover of €350 million in 2021. Beyond the figures, customer satisfaction is the main objective.

Information on the sellers

BHL is a franchisee Europcar with 7 agencies in the south-east of France. Europcar is the European leader in car and light vehicle rental operating in over 140 countries.

Rationale for the transaction

N/A

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance acted as the exclusive financial advisor to PLD Auto on the acquisition of a Europcar franchisee with 7 agencies in the south-east of France.

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

Country

United Kingdom

Industry

Professional Services

Information on the buyer

Finance Yorkshire is a regional business fund.

Information on the seller

UMA provides software that manages meeting rooms, hot desking and climate control in an office environment.

Rationale for the transaction

n/a

Transaction information

UMA received investment from Finance Yorkshire. Seed fundraise.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

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Country

United Kingdom

Industry

Professional Services

Information on the buyer

Marlowe plc is a leader in business-critical services and software. Its businesses deliver services and SaaS focused on assuring safety and regulatory compliance, whilst managing risk.

Information on the seller

Hydro-X was established in the UK in 1984 and has since grown to become a significant player within the water, air and training compliance industry, with customers and employees across the UK.

Rationale for the transaction

n/a

Transaction information

Marlowe PLC acquired Hydro X.

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

Country

United Kingdom

Industry

Industrials

Information on the buyer

Management team

Information on the seller

The company processes and supplies high-temperature alloys and metals to a variety of demanding, end-use applications, in industries including aerospace, oil & gas and medical.

Rationale for the transaction

Succession for the exiting owner and growth

Transaction information

Management team acquired 100% of the company with funding from alternative lender Shawbrook

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

Country

United Kingdom

Industry

Industrials – Assurance, Testing, Inspection & Certification

Information on the buyer

Intertek Group Plc is a Total Quality Assurance specialist with a network of more than 1,000 laboratories and offices employing over 44,000 people across 100 countries delivering Assurance and TIC solutions for their customers’ operations and supply

Information on the seller

The Check Safety First group is a multi-national assurance business focussed in the leisure and hospitality sectors.

Rationale for the transaction

This acquisition establishes a strong presence for Intertek in the global hospitality industry, complementing their existing end-to-end Assurance, Testing, Inspection and Certification services in adjacent sectors.

Transaction information

Intertek Group Plc acquired 100% of the share capital of Check Safety First.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

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United Kingdom

Industry

Industrials

Information on the buyer

Elysian Capital is a UK based private equity house specialising in growth companies with aspirational management teams seeking support to unlock the full potential of their businesses.

Information on the seller

Specialist engineering company providing design and engineering for complex lifting and materials handling and kinetic architecture projects. The company works across a range of sectors, including nuclear, defence, aerospace and sports stadia.

Rationale for the transaction

The acquisition will enable SCXSP to accelerate growth opportunities, with a particular focus on overseas projects.

Transaction information

Elysian Capital, management team and existing shareholders acquired 100% of the company with funding from HSBC.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

United Kingdom

Industry

Industrials

Information on the buyer

RSK Group is a highly acquisitive engineering group.

Information on the seller

Pharos Group is a privately owned and highly successful group of companies operating throughout the world. It provides design, manufacturing, engineering, consultancy and support services to customers across the aerospace, automotive, telecommunications and electrical infrastructure sectors.

Rationale for the transaction

n/a

Transaction information

Pharos Group is an engineering group that disposed of its Power Generation Division to the highly acquisitive trade buyer RSK Group.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

Spain, United Kingdom

Industry

Industrials

Information on the buyer

Headquartered in Spain, Printeos is a leading European manufacturer of envelopes, labels and other stationery products.

Information on the seller

The Label Makers is one of the UK’s leading manufacturers of high quality, premium labels.

Rationale for the transaction

Acquisition provides a platform for entering the UK label market

Transaction information

Printeos has acquired 100% of TLM

Operation

Advisor to the seller

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Sweden

Industry

Professional Services

Information on the buyer

Assemblin is a major player in the Nordic region, providing electrical installation services.

Information on the seller

RA Gruppen is one of the largest players in Central Sweden within the electrical installation field that is still privately owned.

Rationale for the transaction

N/A

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance acted as the exclusive advisor to RA Gruppen on the sale to Assemblin.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

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Country

Poland / France

Industry

Logistics

Information on the buyer

ID Logistics is a global contract logistics group that generated €2.5 billion in revenue in 2022. The company is managed by Eric Hémar and operates 365 sites in 17 countries across Europe, America, Asia, and Africa. With over 8 million square meters of warehousing facilities and a team of 30,000 employees, ID Logistics provides end-to-end logistics solutions to businesses worldwide.

Information on the seller

Spedimex is a privately-owned contract logistics company based in Poland. It is managed by Marcin Bąk and specializes in providing end-to-end solutions for supply chain management. The company offers comprehensive services for storing and distributing goods, making it a one-stop-shop for businesses seeking efficient logistics solutions.

Rationale for the transaction

N/A

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance acted as the exclusive advisor to the shareholders of Spedimex Sp. z o.o. on the 100% sale to ID Logistics Group S.A.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

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United Kingdom / France

Industry

Healthcare

Information on the buyer

Sterimed Group is a global leader in the field of medical packaging, servicing both medical device manufacturers and patient care facilities.

Information on the seller

Granton Medical is a manufacturer of sterilisation pouches and a provider of packing services for the medical device industry in the UK.

Rationale for the transaction

The acquisition of Granton Medical allows Sterimed Group to make a first step into contract packing and associated services to medical device companies.  This is a major strategic axis for the years to come, as a continuation of the expansion of Sterimed’s portfolio of products and services to this industry.

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance acted as the exclusive advisor to Granton Medical on the sale to Sterimed Group.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

United Kingdom

Industry

Industrials

Information on the buyer

Airedale Group is a chemical solutions provider.

Information on the seller

McCann Chemicals specialises in the sales, marketing and distribution of chemicals in the UK and overseas.

Rationale for the transaction

Growth and diversification

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance acted as lead advisor to Airedale Group on the acquisition of McCann Chemicals.

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

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Country

France

Industry

Industrials

Information on buyer

Unigrains and Galia Gestion are independent management companies specialising in equity investments.

Information on sellers

Sylvatek is a manufacturer of large format wood packaging specialised for the food, construction, and industrial markets.

Rationale on the transaction

Unigrans and Galia Gestion support Sylvatek in their family business transmission.

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance acted as the exclusive financial advisor to Sylvatek in selling a minority share to Unigrains and Galia Gestion.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

France

Industry

Construction

Information on the buyer

CEME is a national company of reference for electrical engineering, HVAC, and maintenance. They are involved in projects and services related to energy efficiency and thermal comfort for the tertiary sector, manufacturers, communities, and individuals. 

Information on the seller

SEQUOR is part of Groupe SNEF, a multinational created in 1905 in France. They currently have 70 branches in France and 30 more around the world. They operate in the age of hyperintelligence for industrial development and transform data into experiences. 

Rationale for the transaction

The acquisition allows CEME to extend their range of skills, particularly in the nuclear industry, and strengthens their geographical presence in the Mediterranean region. 

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance acted as the advisor to CEME on the acquisition of SEQUOR. 

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

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Country

France/Spain

Industry

Industrials

Information on the buyer

Since 1974, Baobag has designed, imported, and distributed flexible packaging solutions for industry, agriculture, environment, specialized distribution and construction sectors.

Information on the seller

Founded in 1993 by taking over the activities of Iberica Slings, Satucesa is a Spanish specialist in the design, import and distribution of flexible packaging solutions mainly for the chemical and food industries.

Rationale for the transaction

Baobag acquired Satucesa to strengthen its presence in the Iberian market.

Transaction information

Baobag acquired 100% of the shares of Satucesa.

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

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Spain/ France

Industry

Industrials

Information on the buyer

Alvic is a Spanish company with a global presence and a leader in the manufacturing and distribution of high-quality panels and furniture components for the furniture and decoration industry. They are present in over one hundred countries across five continents.

Information on the seller

Since 1987, Stratagem has offered a wide range of “decorative laminate” products. From classic colours to the latest design trends, Stratagem endeavors to present you with as complete a panel as possible, both in terms of decorations and finishes.

Rationale for the transaction

Stratagem will enable the Alvic Group to strengthen its offer of high-quality bespoke worktops in France and Spain in the first instance, before expanding the service to other markets.

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance advised Alvic, a portfolio company of KKR and Artá Capital, on the acquisition of Stratagem.

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

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Country

France

Industry

Media

Information on the buyer

Groupe Ficade is a leading media group in the B2B field in Finance / Assets, Law / Audit / Accountancy, IT / Cybersecurity, Real estate / Town planning, and Architecture.

Information on the seller

Leaders League is a business services company and the rating agency with the largest presence on the ground around the world, with a team based in Paris, Lima, Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo, Milan, and Madrid. We deliver C-level events, comprehensive rankings and in-depth analysis designed to bring the world’s markets together.

Rationale for the transaction

Groupe Ficade bought Leaders League to create the first French B2B player in media and communication market.

Transaction information

Translink advised Leaders League on the 100% sale to Groupe Ficade.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

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Country

France

Industry

Environment

Information on the company

EcoTree is a simple and ground-breaking new way to reward individuals and businesses that support sustainable forestry.

Information on the investors

Société Générale Ventures

Société Générale Ventures is a venture investment vehicle of a global leading bank.

Financière Fonds Privés

Financière Fonds Privés is a French investors club deal investing in start-ups and SMEs.

FAMAE Impact

FAMAE Impact is a French private equity fund aimed at making Environmental Impact Investments primarily in Europe.

Transaction rationale

Translink Corporate Finance acted as the advisor to EcoTree on €12 million fundraising from Société Générale Ventures, Financière Fonds Privés and Famae Impact.

Transaction information

N/A.

Operation

Advisor to the company

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Italy

Industry

Healthcare

Information on the buyer

FAR.G.IM is a small cap active in the pharmaceutical sector based in Southern Italy.

Information on the seller

Bolton Group is a leading European group specialising in consumer goods. Manetti & Roberts is a historical player and brand in personal care. Hemovasal is a product sold in pharmacies for the health of the venous system.

Rationale for the transaction

FAR.G.IM is strengthening its portfolio products through external acquisitions.

Transaction information

Translink acted as the exclusive advisor to Bolton Group through its subsidiary Manetti & Roberts, on the sale of Hemovasal to FAR.G.IM S.r.l.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

United States

Industry

Industrials

Information on the buyer

ENTRUST Solutions Group

ENTRUST Solutions Group’s 3,000+ professionals across 36 locations in the United States provide comprehensive and dependable engineering, consulting, design, asset integrity, data solutions, and automation services to utilities, operators, and industrial customers with excellence from start to finish.

Kohlberg & Company

Kohlberg is a leading private equity firm based in Mount Kisco, New York. Since its inception in 1987, the company has organised nine private equity funds, through which it has raised $12 billion of committed equity capital.

Information on the seller

FiberRise Communications, LLC works exclusively with utilities to design, fund, build, and operate the fiber infrastructure required for effective grid modernisation and broadband delivery.

Rationale for the acquisition

The partnership with FiberRise will allow ENTRUST Solutions Group to expand its footprint in the utility broadband communications sector.

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance acted as the advisor to ENTRUST Solutions Group, a portfolio company of Kohlberg & Company, on the acquisition of FiberRise.

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

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Country

United States

Industry

Construction

Information on the buyer

About Area Wide Protective (AWP)
Founded in 1981, Area Wide Protective, Inc. (AWP) has grown into North America’s leading provider of professional traffic management and protection services. The company’s capabilities include work zone flagging, design and engineering for transportation management plans, equipment sales, rental and 24/7 support. AWP employs 6,500 team members across 28 U.S. states and four Canadian provinces.

About Kohlberg & Company
Kohlberg is a leading private equity firm based in Mount Kisco, New York. Since its inception in 1987, the company has organised nine private equity funds, through which it has raised $12 billion of committed equity capital. Over its 35-year history, Kohlberg has completed 90 platform investments and nearly 250 add-on acquisitions, with an aggregate transaction value of approximately $35 billion.

Information on the seller

MOTPlans are a full-service barricade company providing complete temporary traffic control for any situation. They can provide you with everything you need from start to finish. They will draw your plan, rent you the necessary equipment, as well as perform the setup and takedown.

Country

United States

Industry

Construction

Information on the buyer

About Area Wide Protective (AWP)
Founded in 1981, Area Wide Protective, Inc. (AWP) has grown into North America’s leading provider of professional traffic management and protection services. The company’s capabilities include work zone flagging, design and engineering for transportation management plans, equipment sales, rental and 24/7 support. AWP employs 6,500 team members across 28 U.S. states and four Canadian provinces.

About Kohlberg & Company
Kohlberg is a leading private equity firm based in Mount Kisco, New York. Since its inception in 1987, the company has organised nine private equity funds, through which it has raised $12 billion of committed equity capital. Over its 35-year history, Kohlberg has completed 90 platform investments and nearly 250 add-on acquisitions, with an aggregate transaction value of approximately $35 billion.

Information on the seller

CrossRoads, L.P provides traffic safety equipment and services to the Dallas-Fort Worth Area. They manufacture, install and supplies signs, install street name blades, stop signs, warning signs, regulatory signs and custom signs.

Country

Italy / Spain

Industry

Industrials

Information on the buyer

Pedrollo Group is one of the major industrial companies in Northeast Italy. It operates in the fields of water handling, energy transformation and applied technology and is recognised among the world leaders in the production of electric pumps.

Information on the seller

Saci Pumps is the trading name of Bombas Saci S.A. a Spanish company specialized in the design, manufacture and distribution of swimming pool pumps in Spain and internationally.

Country

United States

Industry

Consumer Discretionary

Information on the buyer

Founded in 2014, 828 is leading the wedding and event venue industry with unique urban locations that are perfect for the modern couple.

Rationale for the transaction

Growth

Transaction information

Translink served as financial advisor to 828 Venue Management Company in connection with its institutional investor growth capital raise.

Operation

Other

Country

Sweden

Industry

Consumer Discretionary

Information on the buyer

MMA products with own stores

Information on the seller

The largest supplier of martial arts products in Scandinavia and has complementing fitness products

Rationale for the transaction

Vertical integration

Transaction information

100% of shares acquired from the owner/founder

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

United States

Industry

IT

Information on the buyer

Clutch’s Integrated Customer Management platform delivers customer intelligence and personalized engagements empowering B2C brands to identify, understand and motivate each segment of their customer base.

Information on the seller

Persio is an intelligent mobile marketing platform that uses behavioral and demographic data to drive revenue, acquisition and retention for SMS, app and web.

Rationale for the transaction

n/a

Transaction Information

Persio was sold to Clutch

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

The Netherlands, United Kingdom

Industry

Consumer Staples

Information on the buyer

Barentz distributes ingredients and additives for the food, pharmaceutical & cosmetic, chemical and animal nutrition industries.

Information on the seller

Forum supplies ingredients and finished products to the life-science industries: pharmaceutical and fine chemicals, animal nutrition, animal health, food ingredients and functional foods and supplements.

Rationale for the transaction

By this acquisition Barentz will expand its market presence in the UK. In addition, Bartenz further develops its knowledge in the life-science markets.

Transaction information

Barentz acquired 100% of the shares of Forum.

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

Country

Denmark

Industry

Consumer Staples

Information on the buyer

Private equity fund

Information on the seller

Supplier of value added products to the salmon industry, e.g. smoked, sliced salmon.

Rationale for the transaction

To raise capital to expand production facilities.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

Denmark

Industry

Consumer Staples

Information on the buyer

Private equity fund

Information on the seller

Fin-tek develops and manufactures components for the industry.

Rationale for the transaction

Strategic investment

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

Argentina

Industry

Consumer Staples

Information on the buyer

Kruguer is a leading private Argentine agricultural group , in 2008, Kruguer initiated their frozen foods business division Argentine private equity fund

Information on the seller

Humus Capital provided growth financing for that division has capitalized its frozen foods business through Humus.

Rationale for the transaction

Provision of growth funds for the construction of a new plant in Brazil and the increase of business activity in Chile and Argentina.

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

Country

The Netherlands

Industry

Industrials

Information on the buyer

Holland Groep Personeelsdiensten is a temp agency with offices throughout the Netherlands.

Information on the seller

Full-Time is a temp agency near Rotterdam with a focus on people and companies in the field of production, agriculture and cleaning.

Rationale for the transaction

With this acquisition Holland Groep Personeelsdiensten has strengthened its position as a temp ageny in the south of the Netherlands.

Transaction information

Holland Groep Personeelsdiensten acquired 100% of the shares of Full-Time

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

United States

Industry

Construction

Information on the buyer

Southern HVAC provides Air Conditioning, Heating, Electrical, and Plumbing repair and maintenance services throughout Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Texas, Kansas, and Missouri.

Information on the seller

Pro Plumbing offers high-quality plumbing, electrical, heating, and air conditioning services to homeowners throughout the Greensboro, Winston-Salem, High Point and Lexington and NC markets.

Rationale for the transaction

The acquisition of Pro Plumbing by Southern HVAC builds on their already established plumbing & air service company brand servicing the greater Piedmont Triad area.

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance in the US, Dinan and Company LLC, acted as the advisor Southern HVAC on the acquisition of Pro Plumbing Air & Electric.

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

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Country

United States

Industry

IT

Information on the buyer

Centre Technologies is a full-service IT consulting and managed services provider headquartered in Texas, focusing on mid-sized businesses. As a trusted IT partner for well over a decade, the business is recognized for its local experience and enterprise-grade cloud and cybersecurity solutions. Centre Technologies is committed to helping organizations harness the power of technology to maximize their operational efficiency and exceed their business goals.

Information on the seller

Since 2005, Commercial IT Solutions has served small and medium-sized businesses with managed services, cloud solutions, help desk support, and network support. Their goal has been to provide enterprises with cutting-edge IT practices and solutions to help businesses succeed. They have built and developed the perfect Cloud workspace, CIT Cloud Office, which offers small businesses a complete cloud solution at an affordable cost.

Rationale for the transaction

The acquisition marks the expansion of Centre Technologies coverage in the South-Central Texas area, providing San Antonio businesses with access to industry-leading managed IT services and cybersecurity.

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance in the US, Dinan & Company LLC, acted as the advisor to Centre Technologies, a portfolio company of Main Street Capital Corporation, on the acquisition of Commercial IT Solutions.

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

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Poland/ Germany

Industry

Industrials

Information on the buyer

Viessmann is a global supplier of heating, industrial and climate solutions with 22 production plants located in 12 countries. Together with sales offices, the Viessmann Group operates globally in 74 markets, generating an annual turnover of nearly EUR 3 billion and employing over 12 000 employees. Despite its more than 100-year history, the company is still a family-owned business, currently managed by the fourth generation of the Viessmann family.

Information on the seller

Elektrotermex (ETX) is a supplier of comprehensive heating solutions, specialized in the production and installation of heating sub-stations. The portfolio of heating services is complemented by the provision of advanced industrial installations, thermal insulation of pipelines, construction of boiler rooms and heating networks. The company operates in Poland, mainly within the Warsaw agglomeration – the largest domestic heating system market. In 2021, the company reported PLN 42 million of revenue.

Rationale for the transaction

The aim of the transaction is to further strengthen ETX’s market position in Poland and become a leading supplier of heat transfer stations for single- and multi-family houses as well as commercial applications in district heating networks.

Transaction information

Translink advised Elektrotermex (ETX) in the acquisition of majority stake by Viessmann.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

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Country

Denmark

Industry

Industrials

Information on the buyer

OneCollection is a manufacturer of designed furniture with sales worldwide.

Information on the seller

Schou Andersen is a manufacturer of furniture to the care-market, primarily in Denmark and Norway.

Rationale for the transaction

n/a

Transaction information

Schou Andersen was sold to OneCollection

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

United Kingdom

Industry

Industrials

Information on the buyer

Plastic packaging products

Information on the seller

Stationery products

Rationale for the transaction

Growth – Consolidation in the industry and expansion of product lines.

Transaction information

Ambro Ten Ten acquired 100% of Abbey Stationery Products

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

Country

United States

Industry

Industrials

Information on the buyer

Solve Industrial Motion Group is a portfolio company of Audax Group. They manufacture and sell bearings and power transmission component parts to industrial markets, including food and beverage, agriculture, mining, automotive, car wash, and others.

Information on the seller

SST Bearings was founded in 1957 in Loveland, Ohio, and offers a wide selection of radial bearings, mounted bearings, inserts, castings, and custom assemblies

Rationale for the transaction

The acquisition of SST Bearings further enhances Solve’s portfolio of bearings and power transmission offerings, expands its portfolio of product offerings, and strengthens its supply chain to better serve its customers, particularly original equipment manufacturers.

Transaction information

Solve Industrial Motion Group, a portfolio company of Audax Group, acquired SST Bearings.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

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Country

United Kingdom, United States

Industry

Industrials

Information on the buyer

Headquartered in the USA, Sensia is a joint venture owned by Rockwell Automation and Schlumberger. It is an automation specialist in oil & gas production, transportation and processing.

Information on the seller

Swinton Technology is a market leader in metering supervisory systems and measurement expertise.

Rationale for the transaction

Acquisition expands Sensia’s metering opportunities and measurement domain expertise.

Transaction information

Sensia has acquired 100% of ST.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

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Country

United States

Industry

Healthcare

Information on the buyer

HealthComp Holding Company LLC, a New Mountain Capital company, is a leading Third-Party Administrator (TPA) of healthcare benefits for self-funded employers.

Information on the seller

Gilsbar’s TPA division offers a fully-integrated approach to benefit plan administration, which includes sophisticated technology and personalized service.

Rationale for the transaction

HealthComp Holding Company LLC, a New Mountain Capital company, announced that it has acquired Gilsbar’s TPA division.

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

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Country

Finland, Norway

Industry

Healthcare

Information on the buyer

Verdane is a specialist growth investment partner.

Information on the seller

Auntie is a fast-growing mental well-being service provider with +300 customer organizations, a network of +120 mental well-being professionals, 40 employees, and operations in the Nordics and Europe.

Rationale for the transaction

Supporting the company’s internationalisation and product development.

Transaction information

A fund advised by Verdane Capital has signed an agreement to invest EUR 10 million in a Finnish-based mental well-being service provider Auntie.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

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Country

Portugal

Industry

Healthcare

Information on the buyer

Alberto Oculista is one of Portugal’s largest independent optical retailers, owning more than 70 own stores.

Information on the seller

Opticenter is an optical retailer operating 34 owned and franchised stores in Portugal.

Rationale for the transaction

Consolidation in the domestic market.

Transaction information

Alberto Oculista acquired Opticenter.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

Germany

Industry

Healthcare

Information on the buyer

The Convivo group is a service provider in the healthcare market with a focus on the nursing sector.

Information on the seller

Roha arzneimittel GmbH manufactures and markets pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, medical devices and food supplements.

Rationale for the transaction

Streamlining of the Roha Group portfolio.

Transaction information

Convivo group has acquired several legal entities from Roha group of companies.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

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Country

United States

Industry

Healthcare

Information on the buyer

Pathways, a portfolio company of Atar Capital, is one of the largest providers of community based behavioral and social services in America.

Information on the seller

Renew Consulting is an industry-leading residential behavioral health company based in Oregon.

Rationale for the transaction

n/a

Transaction information

Atar Capital portfolio company, Pathways, acquires Renew Consulting.

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

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Country

Denmark

Industry

Professional Services

Information on the buyer

CareLInk is a temp help company owned partly by the Danish PE Fond, Dansk Generationsskifte.

Information on the seller

Uni-care is a temp help company specialized in nurses and midwives.

Rationale for the transaction

Very good synergies both geographically and in the sector of nurses between the two companies.

Transaction information

Care-Link acquires 100% of the shares in Uni-Care.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

United Kingdom

Industry

Automotive

Information on the buyer

Cazoo is a highly acquisitive online used car dealer

Information on the seller

SFS is a leading vehicle reconditioning and storage business that operates across the UK

Rationale for the transaction

Disposal to a strategic trade acquiror

Transaction information

Cazoo acquired 100% of SFS which was demerged from the wider Greenhous Group pre-deal

Operation

Advisor to the seller

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Country

United Kingdom

Industry

Automotive

Information on the buyer

UKs largest Automotive adaptations Group

Information on the seller

Automotive adaptations manufacturer

Rationale for the transaction

Growth

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

United States

Industry

Industrials

Information on the buyer

TX based market leader in electrical life extension products and services.

Information on the seller

CA based firm that repairs, refurbishes and sales power distribution equipment.

Rationale for the transaction

n/a

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

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Country

Denmark

Industry

Industrials – Engineering consultancy

Information on the buyer

Niras is an international, multidisciplinary engineering consultancy company with more than 2100 employees.

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AlfaNordic is a consulting company specializing in pharma, food, medical devices etc.

Rationale for the transaction

Access to new business area

Transaction information

Diploma acquires 100% of the shares in AlfaNordic.

Operation

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Country

Denmark

Industry

Health – Medical devices

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Vækst Invest is a Danish PE fund with focus on SME companies. Vækst Invest has made more than 20 investments in Denmark.

Information on the seller

Cortex Technology is one of the leading manufactures of Cryo and Derma products distributed globally.

Rationale for the transaction

The growth potential is significant which is expected to be released with the new ownership.

Transaction information

Vækst Invest acquires 60% of the shares in Cortex Technology.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

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Country

United States

Industry

IT

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The Channel Company, a portfolio company of Stone Goff, is a premier provider of news, insights, events and marketing services for the technology channel.

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Headquartered in WA, Audienz is a leading B2B consulting and marketing services agency.

Rationale for the transaction

Expansion of presence, services and products

Transaction information

The Channel Company has acquired Audienz.

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

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Country

United States

Industry

Industrials

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Incodema offers rapid sheet metal prototyping.

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Dahlquist Machine is a privately-owned, Minnesota-based company primarily focused on the high-speed precision machining of light metals, aluminum, and plastic parts.

Rationale for the transaction

Foundation of a broader precision machining business for the Incodema platform.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

United States

Industry

Food

Information on the buyer

Based in IL, Benford Capital is an operationally oriented private equity firm focused on buying and building lower middle market companies in partnership with management.

Information on the seller

Founded in 2001 and based in NY, Brothers is a highly successful food company with two distinct divisions: (i) ingredients; and (ii) all-natural.

Rationale for the transaction

Long term growth and add-on acquisitions

Transaction information

Benford Capital Partners recapitalizes Brothers International Food Corporation

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

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Country

Australia

Industry

Construction

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BCA Logic is one of the oldest privately owned building regulations companies in NSW. Along with our talented team of consultants BCA bring experience from every discipline; engineering, design, construction, legal advice and fire services.

Information on the seller

Stephen Grubits & Associates (SGA) fire engineers have a wealth of experience across a vast range of project types and sizes.

Rationale for the transaction

Fire engineering is a powerful tool to achieve project outcomes that could not be possible under the Deemed to Satisfy provisions of the Building Code. BCA Logic wanted to strengthen their capability in fire engineering as it is a high growth segment.

Transaction information

BCA Logic Pty Ltd merging with Stephen Grubits & Associates Pty Ltd

Operation

Advisor to the seller

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Country

Sweden

Industry

Food

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Röko invests with a perpetual horizon in profitable, asset light European businesses with an operating profit between 2 and 10 MEUR.

Information on the seller

Oppigårds develops, brews and markets beer with a particular focus on sale.

Rationale for the transaction

Investment in a new segment.

Transaction information

RÖKO acquired 70% of the shares in Oppigårds.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

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Country

Finland

Industry

IT

Information on the buyer

Minority PE investor and pension fund.

Information on the seller

Nitor Group is a digital engineering company providing business-critical digital service development in Finland and Sweden.nies.

Rationale for the transaction

Support for continued growth in Finland and abroad.

Transaction information

Founding partners sold approximately 30% of the shares in the Company, but continue as operatively active majority shareholders.

Operation

Advisor to the sellers

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Country

Germany, Sweden

Industry

Automotive

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CalixKlippan is a privately owned Swedish group that supplies both the automotive industry and the aftermarket with products like vacuum formed roof boxes and trunk linings.

Information on the seller

As a family business in its third generation, Carbox produces trunk trays and footwell trays for end customers and OEM’s from all over the world. Since 1908, the company has been delivering innovative car accessories in perfect quality.

Rationale for the transaction

This transaction will provide CalixKlippan access to further important German OEMs and will result in an expansion of the existing product portfolio.

Transaction information

CalixKlippan AB acquires 100% of Carbox GmbH & Co. KG

Operation

Advisor to the seller

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Country

United States

Industry

Healthcare

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Leading global independent optical group

Information on the seller

NY based optical buying group.

Rationale for the transaction

International expansion

Transaction information

CECOP acquires Combine Buying Group

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

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Country

Norway

Industry

Industrials

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AKVA group is a leading technology and service partner to the aquaculture industry worldwide. Based in Bryne, Norway the group has operations in eight countries and is listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange.

Information on the seller

Sperre AS is based in Notodden, Norway and is the leading ROV and subsea technology company within the aquaculture industry, as well as a recognized provider of ROV and subsea solutions to the oil service and maritime industries in Norway and internationally.

Transaction information

Share deal

Operation

Advisor to the seller

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Country

United States

Industry

Industrials

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McCue Corporation is a leading global provider of damage prevention and safety product solutions.

Information on the seller

Located in CA, Banner Stakes is a rapidly growing, leading innovator in temporary safety and hazard communication barriers.

Rationale for the transaction

Expansion domestically and internationally

Transaction information

Eureka’s McCue adds Banner Stakes to its portfolio of safety products

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

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Country

United Kingdom, Germany

Industry

Industrials

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Possehl is a group of companies headed by a lean management holding, L. Possehl & Co. mbH, with sole shareholder the charitable Possehl-Foundation with its seat in Lübeck.

Information on the seller

The Watermill Press is a logistical labelling specialist providing the development and manufacture of logistical labels.

Rationale for the transaction

To add logistical labelling specialism to the Identification Solutions business unit.

Transaction information

Possehl has acquired a majority stake in the Watermill Press.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

The Netherlands / China

Industry

Industrials

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International TIC company active in Europe, Asia and Latin America focusing on certification and testing of products, processes, systems and personnel as well as on in-service inspection.

Information on the seller

Management system certification in China. It also holds a 50% stake in a joint venture with NQA called SNQA active in China and Asia-pacific region.

Rationale for the transaction

By allying with BCC Inc., Kiwa strengthens its platform in China through which various additional activities can be launched and expands its TIC services to the automotive sector in several Asian-Pacific countries as well.

Transaction information

70% shares for first step, and remaining shares for second step.

Country

Germany

Industry

Media and Communication

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Fazit communication GmbH is a content agency providing steadfast communications for firms, institutions, foundations and associations and a group company of FAZ, one of the leading publishing houses in Germany. The acquisition implements the strategy

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Based in Mainz, Germany, 3st kommunikation is a leading, renowned consulting firm for the creation of unique, cross-media brand experiences. Profound branding, content and digital expertise merge into a single unit and offer excellent value to marquee clients.

Rationale for the transaction

Leveraging the complementary strengths of both companies to take advantage of additional growth opportunities in a dynamic market environment and to serve the challenges of digital communications more comprehensively for customers.

Transaction information

fazit communication GmbH, a group company of F.A.Z. Group, acquires 50,01% of 3st kommunikation GmbH

Operation

Advisor to the seller

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Country

United Kingdom

Industry

Food

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The Unsworth Family are a UK based family with interests in companies engaged in the production of food and beverages for retail.

Information on the seller

Geary’s Bakery are a leading supplier of award-winning artisan breads supplying to supermarket retailers and food manufacturers.

Rationale for the transaction

Growth

Transaction information

Unsworth Family has acquired an undisclosed majority stake in Geary’s Bakeries. Jason Geary will retain a significant equity stake in Geary’s

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

Germany

Industry

Construction

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Schmidt & Bethge GmbH is an estate agent and property management company founded in 1912 and based in Hamburg

Information on the seller

Richard Großmann KG is a group of companies with activities in the field of property management and real estate brokerage based in Hamburg

Rationale for the transaction

Implementation of a sustainable succession plan for the group’s customers and employees

Transaction information

Schmidt & Bethge GmbH acquires 100% of Richard Großmann KG

Operation

Advisor to the seller

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Country

United States

Industry

Construction

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Wholesale distributor of industrial and construction supplies, in business since 1938.

Information on the seller

Provider for all your wood to wood, framing and concrete construction supply needs.

Rationale for the transaction

Strategic add-on

Transaction information

TranslinkCF served as the exclusive financial advisor on the sale of its client AMW Construction Supply to Hahn Systems, LLC, a subsidiary of Descours & Cabaud.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

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Country

United States

Industry

Automotive

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Crash Champions is a growing multi-location collision repair operator with a strong market position in the Midwest.

Rationale for the transaction

Growth

Transaction information

Translink advised Crash Champions, LLC in connection with its growth capital raise

Operation

Advisor to the company

Country

Argentina

Industry

Construction

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Gramercy is a dedicated emerging markets investment manager based in Greenwich, CT with offices in London and Buenos Aires.

Information on the seller

HIT is a developer and operator of office real estate and co-working sites in the City of Buenos Aires.

Rationale for the transaction

Growth financing for the development of new projects and debt restructuring.

Transaction information

Gramercy committed an undisclosed sum to HIT for growth financing.

Country

United States

Industry

Food

Information on the buyer

McKee Foods Corporation, a family bakery, is a privately-held company In addition to Little Debbie, McKee Foods’ brands include Sunbelt Bakery® snacks and cereals and Fieldstone® bakery food products.

Information on the seller

Prairie City Bakery offers more than 125 varieties of individually-wrapped and bulk food service products

Rationale for the transaction

n/a

Transaction information

Prairie City Bakery Company was sold to McKee Foods Corporation

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

United States

Industry

Health

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TX based Unifeye Vision Partners was formed to partner with leading eye care providers in targeted markets throughout the United States. The company provides management and support services to ophthalmology and optometry practices, as well as single

Information on the seller

Inland Eye Institute is a provider of eye care services.

Transaction information

Inland Eye Institute was acquired by Waud Capital Partners through Unifeye Vision Partners, their portfolio company.

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

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Country

United States

Industry

Construction

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1 Priority Environmental Services, Inc. is a Fort Worth, TX based an independent and privately-held environmental services company.

Information on the seller

Leading provider of environmental remediation and selective demolition services in the Rocky Mountain and Midwest regions.

Transaction information

Earth Services and Abatement, Inc. was acquired by O2 Investment Partners through 1 Priority Environmental Services, Inc., their portfolio company.

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

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Country

United States

Industry

Health

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Solara Medical Supplies has been serving the diabetes community for over two decades.

Information on the seller

Direct-to-patient provider of durable medical equipment and supplies.

Rationale for the transaction

Geographic and product line expansion

Transaction information

Translink initiates the acquisition of Huey’s Home Medical, Inc. by Linden Capital Partners through Solara Medical Supplies, their portfolio company.

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

Country

Sweden

Industry

Professional Services

Information on the buyer

Great Security has been growing organically and through acquisitions of smaller security companies. In just a couple of years, Great Security has reached a market leading position within the Swedish market.

Information on the seller

Complete security offering – lock, pass system, fire alarm, burglary alarm and CCTV

Rationale for the transaction

Growth in Stockholm

Transaction information

100% of shares acquired.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

The Netherlands, Turkey

Industry

Food

Information on the buyer

JDE coffee & tea portfolio is available in over 140 countries around the world through iconic household names including: Jacobs, Tassimo, Moccona, Senseo, L’OR, Douwe Egberts, Super, Kenco, Pilao & Gevalia.

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Ofcay, one of the leading Turkish firms that has been pioneering the tea business with its Ofçay branded products and has been continuously operating since 1985.

Rationale for the transaction

This partnership will open up new growth opportunities in the Turkish hot beverages space, create synergies for both.

Transaction information

BTI Studios has acquired the German dubbing studio Berliner Synchron GmbH.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

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Country

Sweden, United Kingdom

Industry

IT

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Miss Group is an International Web Hosting Group backed by BGF, UK and Ireland’s most active investor in growing businesses

Information on the seller

Hemsida24 is an internet-based sitebuilder for websites and e-commerce and has delivered solutions for small and medium-sized businesses in Scandinavia since 2008

Rationale for the transaction

The strategic acquisition consolidates Miss Group’s position as one of the leading web hosting providers for SMB companies in Scandinavia

Transaction information

100%

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

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Country

Finland, Sweden

Industry

IT

Information on the buyer

A private equity house focusing on the Nordic mid-market segment.

Information on the seller

Netcontrol provides energy network automation systems for utility communication, distribution automation, substation automation, and control centers.

Rationale for the transaction

Financial and strategic support to facilitate company’s growth plan.

Transaction information

Procuritas acquired the majority of the shares in Netcontrol Oy. The remaining shares are owned by the key personnel of the company.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

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Country

Australia

Industry

Construction

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Fleetwood is a national, ASX listed public company with a major share of the modular building manufacturing market across Australia.

Information on the seller

Modular Building Systems is a Sydney based manufacturer of modular buildings servicing the education, detention (prisons) and commercial markets.

Rationale for the transaction

Increase manufacturing capability and market share in New South Wales. Fleetwood is now the largest modular building business nationally and a major player in each of its key market segments.

Transaction information

Fleetwood Corporation Limited acquired Modular Building Systems Pty Ltd

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

United States

Industry

Professional Services

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Leading lower middle-market private equity firm that invests in North American founder-owned and family owned businesses.

Information on the seller

Leading national provider of light industrial staffing solutions to companies in the distribution, manufacturing and e-commerce end-markets.

Rationale for the transaction

New platform investment.

Transaction information

GResource Employment Solutions was acquired by Union Capital

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

Country

United States

Industry

Construction

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CEMATRIX manufactures and supplies technologically advanced cellular concrete products developed from proprietary formulations

Information on the seller

Provider of highly customized, lightweight, low density cellular concrete

Rationale for the transaction

Access to larger US market

Transaction information

MixOnSite USA, Inc. was sold to CEMATRIX

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

The Netherlands, Sweden

Industry

Professional Services

Information on the buyer

Specializes in the provision of advanced aviation security services worldwide

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Airport security. Provide dogs looking for explosives at freight companies located at airports

Rationale for the transaction

Improve operations

Transaction information

I-SEC acquied 100% of the shares in Detact

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

United States

Industry

Health

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Pinnacle Dermatology is a Joliet, IL based provider of dermatological and cosmetic services.

Information on the seller

Specialist in all medical and surgical care of skin, hair and nail.

Rationale for the transaction

Geographic expansion and strategic roll-up of the industry.

Transaction information

Skin, Vein & Cosmetic Surgery Clinic was acquired by Chicago Pacific Founders through Pinnacle Dermatology, their portfolio company

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

Country

Sweden

Industry

Industrials

Information on the buyer

A privately owned industry group, consisting of 17 operating companies with 27 plants, organized into three business areas.

Information on the seller

Björkö Mekaniska and BN Teknik is a leading subcontractor of complex machined articles, primarily for the automotive industry, defense industry and other engineering industries

Rationale for the transaction

The focus is to continue with the further development of the companies in the same spirit.

Transaction information

Inducore acquired 100% of the shares in Björkö Mekaniska and BN Teknik

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

United States

Industry

Industrials

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RESA Power, LLC is a Houston, TX based market leader in electrical life extension products and services.

Information on the seller

Electrical testing firm providing maintenance & repair services.

Rationale for the transaction

Geographic and service line expansion

Transaction information

Grounded Technologies, Inc. was acquired by Blue Sea Capital through RESA Power, LLC, their portfolio company.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

United States

Industry

Health

Information on the buyer

Provider of long-term capital to growing, profitable businesses in the Education and Wellness sectors

Information on the seller

Supplier of nutritional supplements

Rationale for the transaction

New Platform

Transaction information

Zenwise Health, LLC was acquired by Maxim Partners, LLC.

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

Country

Spain

Industry

Food

Information on the buyer

Dispuig produces and distributes frozen and fresh food in the Gerona area.

Information on the seller

Exclusives Cerdanya is a distributor for the retail and the HORECA sectors of fresh food in the North Catalonia area.

Rationale for the transaction

Dispuig aims to increase and diversify its’ geographic presence.

Transaction information

Dispuig has acquired 100% stake of Exclusives Cerdanya.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

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Country

Sweden

Industry

Industrials

Information on the buyer

Private investors

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A global provider of a proprietary nuclear monitoring systems/CCTV for harsh environment e.g. nuclear power plants

Rationale for the transaction

Need for expansion capital

Transaction Information

Private placement of approx. 2 m€ in total

Operation

Advisor to the BoD

Country

The Netherlands

Industry

Logistics

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Bela Group is specialized in the transportation of food, liquid and dry (stackable) animalfeed, manure and residues products.

Rationale for the transaction

n/a

Transaction Information

Recapitalization and buy-out of one of the majority shareholders of BELA Group B.V. (40%)

Operation

Advisor to the company

Country

Finland

Industry

IT

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Juuri Partners is a Finnish private equity company that provides funding for well-established and profitable SMEs in Finland.

Information on the seller

Attido provides automation robotics for financial administration, ERP system integration and analytics solutions.

Rationale for the transaction

n/a

Transaction information

Juuri Partners acquired minority ownership of Attido Oy through a share purchase and an additional investment.

Operation

Advisor to Attido

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Country

Finland

Industry

Industrials

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Roima is a leading provider of supply chain and manufacturing process IT solutions in Finland

Information on the seller

Modultek Oy is the largest provider of Product Lifecycle Management solutions in Finland

Rationale for the transaction

Extending product offering and utilizing cross-selling opportunities

Transaction information

Roima Intelligence Oy acquired 100% of the shares in Modultek Oy

Operation

Advisor to the seller

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Country

Sweden

Industry

Industrials

Information on the buyer

Contract manufacturer focused on machining

Information on the seller

Machining, welding and assembly of complex mechanical products

Rationale for the transaction

The two companies’ product range complement each other and corporate cultures match as well.

Transaction information

Turnmill AB acquired 100% of the shares in Finspångs Finmekaniska Verkstad AB

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

Sweden

Industry

Consumer Discretionary

Information on the buyer

Development, manufacturing and sales of boats

Information on the seller

Sales and brokerage of boats

Rationale for the transaction

Expansion of sales in the Stockholm area

Transaction information

Nimbus Sweden acquired Borjessons Bat

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

Sweden

Industry

Education

Information on the buyer

 Ronnberg & Partners is an independent company with a focus to operate and develop schooling up to the primary level

Information on the seller

Preschool /school with Montessori pedagogy for children aged 1-12 years

Rationale for the transaction

A good addition to the schools they already operate in the region

Transaction information

Ronnberg & Partners acquired 100% of the shares of Montemini Montessoriskol

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

Germany

Industry

Logistics

Information on the buyer

BLG Handels logistic GmBH & Co. KG a leading European company in the logistics industry.

Information on the seller

MOTEX Mode-Textil-Service Logistik and Management GmbH, a German service provider of fashion logistics for hanging goods.

Rationale for the transaction

Expansion to new niche segment and offering of new complete and comprehensive solutions in the area of fashion logistics.

Transaction information

BLG acquires 51% of the shares

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

Country

Sweden

Industry

Consumer Discretionary

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Iduna Group (legal entity Golden Heights publ) is the market leader for jewelery in Sweden and Finland.

Information on the seller

Lyxxa AB runs jewelery operations involving retailing of attractive brands and comprehensive manufacturing of self-designed diamond rings.

Rationale for the transaction

Expansion of stores in metropolitan areas under the name Lyxxa.

Transaction information

Iduna Group acquires 100% of the shares.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

Spain

Industry

Environment

Information on the buyer

Investment fund

Information on the seller

Photovoltaic Plant of 2MW located in Spain

Rationale for the transaction

n/a

Transaction information

Vela Energy acquired Photovoltaic Plant 2MW

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

Country

The Netherlands

Industry

Health

Information on the buyer

Orthodontics clinic

Information on the seller

Orthodontics clinic

Rationale for the transaction

Strategic investment

Transaction information

Top Ortho Tilburg acquired Kliniek voor Orthodontie Tilburg

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

Estonia, Sweden

Industry

Consumer Discretionary

Information on the buyer

Design and sell men´s dress shirts and accessories. Turnover EUR 4.3 million

Information on the seller

Exclusive men´s shirts. Represented in the Nordic countries, the Netherlands, England, the US and Canada. Turnover EUr 4.5 million.

Rationale for the transaction

Expand both brands on the International Market

Transaction information

Sangar AS acquires 100% of assets

Operation

Advisor to the seller