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

Food

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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

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

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

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

France

Industry

Construction

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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

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

N/A

Transaction information

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

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

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

Professional Services

Information on the buyer

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

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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Country

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

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

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

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

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

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

N/A

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance acted as the exclusive advisor to HPC Laser LTD on an MBO.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

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

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

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

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

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

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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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

Norway

Industry

Consumer Staples

Information on the buyer

Norgesgruppen is the largest retail food chain in Norway with nearly 40% market share. Turnover of about 7 billion Euro, 27.000 employees.

Information on the seller

Bakers is the largest industrial bakery manufacturer in Norway with a turnover of about 150 million Euro and close to 800 employees.

Rationale for the transaction

Vertical integration in order to become the most innovative and effective manufacturer of bread, cakes and other bakery products.

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

Country

Germany

Industry

Food and Beverage

Information on the buyer

Gausepohl Fleisch GmbH is an owner-managed family business with a long tradition in the meat industry. They specialise in the slaughtering and cutting of pork, as well as trading in all types of meat for the national and international market.

Information on the buyer

Carne Fleischhandel GmbH was founded in 2005 and is an established player in the growing emerging market of pork head meat led by a strong management team with a value-based company culture.

Rationale for the acquisition

The sale to Gausepohl Fleisch GmbH will allow Carne Fleischhandel GmbH to continue organic growth and build-up additional services and implement cross-selling strategies with investor’s operations.

Transaction information

Translink acted as the exclusive advisor to Carne Fleischhandel GmbH on the sale to Gausepohl Food GmbH.

Operation

Advisor to the seller
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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

N/A

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

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

N/A

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance acted as the exclusive advisor to Mitie on the acquisition of Custom Solar.

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 Cranswick on the acquisition of Grove Pet Foods.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

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

N/A

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance acted as the exclusive advisor to WASHCO on the acquisition of Goodman Sparks.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

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

Denmark/Greenland

Industry

Tourism

Information on the buyer

Topas Travel is part of the Topas Group and is a Danish adventure travel agency.

Information on the seller

Hotel Icefiord is a Greenland hotel placed in the town of Ilulissat.

Rationale for the transaction

Topas Travel frequently arranges trips to Greenland and needed a hotel in the area.

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance acted as the advisor to Hotel Icefiord on the sale to Topas Travel.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

Denmark

Industry

Consumer Discretionary

Information on the buyer

OCEE Design is one of the UK’s leading manufacturers of commercial furniture working with office furniture resellers, design and build consultants, architects, and specifiers.

Information on the seller

Four Design is a market leading concept designer and manufacturer.

Rationale for the transaction

The industrial buyer, OCEE Design wanted to penetrate the Scandinavian market and saw Four Design as a great investment case.

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance acted as the exclusive advisor to Four Design on the sale to OCEE Design.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

Denmark

Industry

Healthcare

Information on the buyer

Eurofins is the world leader in food, pharma and environmental laboratory testing and a market leader in AgroSciences, genomics and product testing services.

Information on the seller

Genoskan is a laboratory specialising in animals and veterinary testing.

Rationale for the transaction

N/A

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance acted as the exclusive advisor to Genoskan on the sale to Eurofins.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

Denmark

Industry

Industrials

Information on the buyer

Grene A/S is a Danish supplier of tools primary to sectors like AgroSciences,, industry, and wind industry supply.

Information on the seller

Jonic A/S is a tool supplier to companies in sectors of wind turbine, shipbuilding, repairs and service.

Rationale for the transaction

A consolidation case (strategic buyer)

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance acted as the exclusive advisor Jonic A/S on the sale to Grene A/S.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

Denmark

Industry

IT

Information on the buyer

MSL Solutions is a financial investor with an investment focus on software companies (primary golf software).

Information on the seller

GolfBox is a Danish golf software company and a market leader in Scandinavia.

Rationale for the transaction

MSL Solutions wanted to make investments in Europe within the golf software industry.

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance acted as the exclusive advisor GolfBox on the sale to MSL Solutions.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

Country

Denmark

Industry

Industrials

Information on the buyer

Vækst Invest Nordjylland is a Danish capital fund with a focus on companies from Jylland with high growth potential.

Information on the seller

B+A A/S develops and manufactures products for the construction and landscaping industry.

Rationale for the transaction

The acquisition by a financial capital fund was as a result the seller being too small for a big international planner and few strategic national buyers.

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance acted as the exclusive advisor to B+A A/S on the sale of Vækst Invest Nordjylland.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

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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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

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

Healthcare

Information on the buyer

CECOP 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 7,000 members distributed around the 10 countries where it is present: Europe (Spain, Portugal, Italy, England, Ireland and France), Latin America (Brazil, Colombia and Mexico) and the USA.

Information on the seller

Vision Unlimited is a family-owned company that consistently provides its customers with high quality vision care. The company is committed to improve the vision of all its patients and provide them with leading vision correction technology and a high level of customer service, focusing on fulfilling each patients’ individual needs.

Rationale for the transaction

N/A

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance in the US, Dinan and Company LLC, acted as the advisor CECOP on the acquisition of Vision Unlimited.

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 Kingdom

Industry

Healthcare

Information on the buyer

Sygnature Discovery is a leading independent integrated drug discovery and non-clinical services company. Private equity-backed, the company operates fully enabled research facilities in the UK, housing more than 400 research scientists (over 80% of whom hold a PhD), and has an office presence in Cambridge, MA, and South San Francisco, CA, in the US.

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Peak Proteins is a rapidly growing contract research organisation that provides three key services: tailor-made protein reagents, protein structure information using X-ray crystallography and protein mass spectrometry.

Rationale for the transaction

Sygnature Discovery acquired Peak Proteins to strengthen its drug discovery capabilities.

Transaction information

Translink advised Peak Proteins on the 100% sale to Sygnature Discovery.

Operation

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Country

United States

Industry

Industrials

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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.

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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.

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Country

United States

Industry

Healthcare

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DOC Brands Inc. is a well-established and emerging OTC supplier of consumer dental products, particularly with its leading brand Dentemp®, in the temporary tooth repair, denture and dental guard segments.

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OrVance LLC is a developer of proprietary oral health products and is based in Grand Rapids, Michigan. It is over 90% owned by orthodontists, dentists and its managing partners.

Rationale for the transaction

The partnership with OrVance strengthens DOC Brands’ oral care product line and their ability to continue to bring retailers and consumers meaningful advancements in consumer oral health.

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance in the US, Dinan and Company LLC, acted as the advisor to Doc Brands Inc. on its partnership with OrVance.

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Country

Ireland / Germany

Industry

Professional Services

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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.

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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

IT

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Fortress Brand is a global digital marketplace accelerator that represents acclaimed brands across a multitude of industries, including beauty and personal care, health and wellness, and consumer product goods. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in New York, Fortress, along with its family of companies, School House, Finc3 Marketing Group, and Taylor & Pond, offers its clients an integrated platform to accelerate digital growth at any stage in a brand’s lifecycle including full-service marketplace management, brand strategy and creative services, 360-degree performance marketing, data analytics, and international strategy all under one roof. Fortress has been recognized as one of Inc.’s 5,000 Fastest-Growing Companies in 2020 and 2021 and is also trusted by Amazon as a verified agency partner.

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Taylor & Pond was founded in 1995 as one of the first digital agencies in the world to revolutionize the traditional print advertising and PR industry. We specialize in every aspect of digital marketing strategy, social media marketing, content creation, influencer marketing, paid digital media, creative development, email marketing and website development for the beauty & wellness industry.

Rationale for the transaction

The acquisition allows Fortress Brand to expand their capabilities and further deepen their beauty, health, and wellness expertise.

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance in the US, Dinan & Company LLC, acted as the advisor to Fortress Brand, a portfolio company of Trivest, in the acquisition of Taylor & Pond.

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

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Country

Sweden / Finland

Industry

Industrials

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

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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

Finland/ Sweden

Industry

Industrials

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Presto Group, the Nordic market leader in fire safety, makes 60,000+ customer visits per year to provide fire safety inspections, risk management and education, and other related services. Presto has operations in Sweden, Norway, and Finland.

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Safedo specialises in workplace safety. Their products and services include first aid products, first aid training and layperson defibrillators (AEDs). The Company is based in Kuopio, Finland.

Rationale for the transaction

The acquisition of Safedo also enables Presto Group to expand to the first aid consumables segment in its other markets.

Transaction information

Translink acted as the exclusive advisor to the shareholders of Safedo on the 100% sale to Presto Group.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

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Country

Sweden

Industry

IT

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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.

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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

Italy

Industry

Industrials

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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.

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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

Germany

Industry

Healthcare

Information on the buyer

M3-operated M3 Global Research provides healthcare market research fieldwork, powered by the world’s largest proprietary provider panel of verified healthcare professionals, covering 27 countries. Offering a comprehensive portfolio of qualitative and quantitative methodologies, our ISO 20252 and ISO 27001 certifications underpin our focus on compliance and high-quality data.

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Founded in 2003 by the Baus family, and headquartered in Hilden, Germany, pharma-insight continues under the stewardship of co-founder Gabi Baus and the team, with Guido Baus supporting the integration of pharma-insight into the M3 family as a consultant.
Their extensive healthcare research experience has fostered a culture of excellence in delivery, underpinned by strong social commitments and philanthropy, with their support of Wünsch Dir Was e.V., a non-profit organization supporting chronically and seriously ill children and young adults nationwide.

Rationale for the transaction

The acquisition further strengthens M3’s European presence, with pharma-insight’s dedicated German call centre, and coverage in Germany, UK, France, Denmark, Netherlands, Norway, Austria, Italy, Poland, Switzerland, Spain, and Czech Republic, alongside M3’s capabilities in US, Canada, Brazil, China, Japan, and South Korea.

Transaction information

Translink advised pharma-insight on the 100% sale to M3 Inc.

Operation

Advisor to the seller

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Country

Denmark

Industry

Construction

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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

United States

Industry

Healthcare

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DOC Brands Inc. is a well-established and emerging OTC supplier of consumer dental products, particularly with its leading brand Dentemp®, in the temporary tooth repair, denture and dental guard segments.

Information on the seller

OrVance LLC is a developer of proprietary oral health products and is based in Grand Rapids, Michigan. It is over 90% owned by orthodontists, dentists and its managing partners.

Rationale for the transaction

The partnership with OrVance strengthens DOC Brands’ oral care product line and their ability to continue to bring retailers and consumers meaningful advancements in consumer oral health.

Transaction information

Translink Corporate Finance in the US, Dinan and Company LLC, acted as the advisor to Doc Brands Inc. on its partnership with OrVance.

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

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Country

United States

Industry

Food

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WI based manufacturer of process cheese.

Information on the seller

MN based provider of custom spray drying services to the food and pharmaceutical industries.

Rationale for the transaction

n/a

Transaction information

North Star Processing was acquired by Welcome Dairy, a portfolio company of New Heritage Capital.

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

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Country

Norway, Sweden

Industry

IT

Information on the buyer

ROI focus on search engine optimization & lead generation.

Information on the seller

Norwegian marketing company.

Rationale for the transaction

Entering the Norwegian market

Transaction information

Acqusition of 100% of the share

Operation

Advisor to the buyer

Country

Sweden

Industry

Construction

Information on the buyer

Vestum is a Swedish acquisition-driven group that acquires and develops specialist companies with exposure to construction and infrastructure contracts.

Information on the seller

Mälardalens Spår och Anläggning AB (“MSA”) conducts work related to infrastructure such as roads, railways, pipelines and communications.

Rationale for the transaction

Growth in the sector

Transaction information

Vestum acquired 100% of the shares of Mälardalens Spår och Anläggning

Operation

Advisor to the seller