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United States
TMT
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, NewSpringâs 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.
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.
The acquisition further strengthens the firmâs position as a formidable player in the Northeast and mid-Atlantic regions, offering a wide range of managed IT services.
Translink Corporate Finance acted as the advisor to Magna5, a portfolio company of NewSpring Capital, on the acquisition of Interphase Systems.
Advisor to the buyer
Turkey/Sweden
Industrials
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.
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.
The acquisition enables Lesjöfors to expand their production footprint and low-cost manufacturing capabilities, which enables further production optimisation in-line with Lesjöforsâ overall strategy. In addition, the acquisition gives Lesjöfors access to a new market that is well positioned to benefit from increased nearshoring.
Translink Corporate Finance acted as the advisor to Lesjöfors, a portfolio company of Beijer Alma, on the acquisition of Telform.
Advisor to the buyer
United States
Construction
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.
The acquisition expands ARCXISâ footprint and further establishes ARCXIS as the national partner to residential homebuilders across the US.
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.
Advisor to the buyer
Switzerland
Professional Services
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.
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.
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.
Translink Corporate Finance acted as the exclusive advisor to Avaloq Group on the sale of its subsidiary, Avaloq Outline to Swiss Post Solutions.
Advisor to the seller
Italy / United States
Industrials
Culligan International is an American multinational leader in water filtration and treatment systems.
Think:Water-PROFINE is a Veneto-based company, specialising in the design and manufacturing of filters and devices dedicated to food-grade water improvement.
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.
Translink Corporate Finance acted as the exclusive advisor to Think:Water-PROFINE on the 100% sale to Culligan International.
Advisor to the seller
Vittoria is an Analyst at Translink Stremperl & Company. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Economics and Commerce and a master’s degree in Management – Accounting & Finance. She is able to carry out his activity in Italian and English.
Germany
Education
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.
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 AuĂenhandels- und Verkehrs-Akademie (DAV) is a nucleus of logistics thinking, research and teaching in Germany and trains specialists and managers for the logistics industry.
The strategic partnership leads to significant synergies between the two educational institutions and ensures long-term development of DAV.
Translink Corporate Finance acted as the exclusive advisor to Bundesvereinigung Logistik e.V. (BVL) on the 100% sale of Deutsche AuĂenhandels- und Verkehrs-Akademie (DAV) to SRH Hochschule Nordrhein-Westfalen GmbH.
Advisor to the seller
Norway / SwedenÂ
Healthcare
Eitrium is a Swedish investment firm that acquires and manages stable and profitable product companies with a long-term perspective.Â
Minitech AS is a Norwegian medical heating aid specialist with offices in Norway and Sweden.Â
N/A
Translink Corporate Finance acted as the exclusive advisor to Minitech AS on the sale to Eitrium. Â
Advisor to the seller
France
Construction
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.Â
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.Â
The acquisition allows CEME to extend their range of skills, particularly in the nuclear industry, and strengthens their geographical presence in the Mediterranean region.Â
Translink Corporate Finance acted as the advisor to CEME on the acquisition of SEQUOR.Â
Advisor to the buyer
Norway
Sport
Credo PartnersâŻis an investment firm focusing on scaling up small and medium sized businesses in the Nordics.Â
Nr1 Fitness AS is an established fitness centre group with over 30,000 members and over 450 employees in Norway.Â
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.Â
Translink Corporate Finance acted as the exclusive advisor to Nr1 Fitness AS in the sale to Credo Partners.Â
Advisor to the seller
Norway / France
TMT
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.
The acquisition accelerates Vismaâs growth strategy in existing and new markets.
Translink Corporate Finance acted as the advisor to Visma on the acquisition of Inqom.
Advisor to the buyer
France
Professional Services
SOCOTECÂ 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.
Ascaudit Groupe focuses on vertical circulation (such as elevators), accessibility for people with reduced mobility and building energy.Â
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. Â
Translink Corporate Finance acted as the exclusive advisor to Ascaudit on the 100% sale to SOCOTEC. Â
Advisor to the seller
United States
Construction
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.
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.
The partnership will further develop BlueThread Services Southwestern U.S footprint, augmenting the platformâs service, repair and maintenance focus.
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.
Advisor to the buyer
United States
Healthcare
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.
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.
N/A
Translink Corporate Finance in the US, Dinan and Company LLC, acted as the advisor CECOP on the acquisition of Vision Unlimited.
Advisor to the buyer
Germany
Professional Services
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.
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.
Expansion and diversification of the company portfolio in the field of energy-efficient building optimisation.
Translink Corporate Finance acted as the advisor to PlanetHome Group on their investment in RENEWA GmbH.
Advisor to the buyer
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United States
Construction
Southern HVAC provides Air Conditioning, Heating, Electrical, and Plumbing repair and maintenance services throughout Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Texas, Kansas, and Missouri.
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.
The acquisition of Pro Plumbing by Southern HVAC builds on their already established plumbing & air service company brand servicing the greater Piedmont Triad area.
Translink Corporate Finance in the US, Dinan and Company LLC, acted as the advisor Southern HVAC on the acquisition of Pro Plumbing Air & Electric.
Advisor to the buyer
United Kingdom
Healthcare
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.
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.
Sygnature Discovery acquired Peak Proteins to strengthen its drug discovery capabilities.
Translink advised Peak Proteins on the 100% sale to Sygnature Discovery.
Advisor to the seller
David joined the Translink CF France team in January 2020. Since then, he has advised numerous industrialists and private equity sponsors in M&A and buy-out transactions.
David worked for 5 years within the MAZARS Group as an auditor in Transaction Services.
Through this experience, he has carried out numerous Vendor due diligence missions, business valuations and restructuring operations. He is a member of our food & beverage industry group.
David is a graduate of Arts et MĂ©tiers Paris-Tech.
Spain/ France
Industrials
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.
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.
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.
Translink Corporate Finance advised Alvic, a portfolio company of KKR and ArtĂĄ Capital, on the acquisition of Stratagem.
Advisor to the buyer
Arnaud joined Translink CF France in early 2022 after an experience at Siparex, French leader in private equity and PAX CF in M&A
He holds a Master’s degree in Finance from EM Lyon.
United States
Industrials
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.
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.
The acquisition expands ISSâ 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.
Translink Corporate Finance in the US, Dinan & Company LLC, acted as the advisor to Industrial Service Solutions in the acquisition to Servo South.
Advisor to the buyer
United States
Healthcare
DOC Brands Inc. is a well-established and emerging OTC supplier of consumer dental products, particularly with its leading brand DentempÂź, in the temporary tooth repair, denture and dental guard segments.
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.
The partnership with OrVance strengthens DOC Brandsâ oral care product line and their ability to continue to bring retailers and consumers meaningful advancements in consumer oral health.
Translink Corporate Finance in the US, Dinan and Company LLC, acted as the advisor to Doc Brands Inc. on its partnership with OrVance.
Advisor to the buyer
United States
IT
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.
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.
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.
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.
Advisor to the buyer
Ireland / Germany
Professional Services
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.
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.
Market entry in Germany as part of European growth strategy.
Translink advised neusta consulting GmbH on the 100% sale to Cpl Resources plc.
Advisor to the seller
United States
IT
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.
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.
The acquisition allows Fortress Brand to expand their capabilities and further deepen their beauty, health, and wellness expertise.
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.
Advisor to the buyer
Sweden / Finland
Industrials
Eitrium is a long-term investor for niched and profitable SMEs. Eitrium has a decentralised business model.
Keymet is a manufacturing company from Finland, specialised in sheet metal processing and mechanical components manufacturing.
Eitrium’s business model and values go hand in hand with Keymet.
Translink acted as the exclusive advisor to Keymet in the sale to Eitrium.
Advisor to the seller
After spending the summer of 2020 as an intern at Anecta, Anton was employed as an Analyst. During this time, he has worked in all areas of the transaction process and have so far been involved in transactions in SaaS, TMT, construction and consumer companies.
Before being employed at Anecta, Anton was at the Fourth Swedish National Pension Fund (AP4) for a little over a year. He has an MSc in International Business & Management from the University of Bath, School of Management in the UK.
In the spring of 2021, Hannes completed an internship at Anecta, after which he continued as an Analyst. So far, he has participated in several transactions, mainly with construction and consumer companies.
Before joining Anecta, Hannes was part of Handelsbankenâs Student Program as an investment and mortgage advisor for almost two years. He has a bachelorâs degree from the Stockholm School of Economics, with a focus on accounting and finance.
France
Tourism
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.
Campings Grand Sud is a selection of high-quality campsites and holiday parks in the south of France. In Les Landes, Gironde and HĂ©rault, all our campsites are located at the waterâs edge, either by the sea or by a lake.
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%.
Translink Corporate Finance acted as the advisor to Siblu in acquiring 100% of Holding New Aire – Campings Grand Sud.
Advisor to the buyer
Finland/ Sweden
Industrials
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.
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.
The acquisition of Safedo also enables Presto Group to expand to the first aid consumables segment in its other markets.
Translink acted as the exclusive advisor to the shareholders of Safedo on the 100% sale to Presto Group.
Advisor to the seller
Antoine joined Translink CF in May 2022.
A startup co-founder with nearly 15 years of experience as an M&A and fundraising consultant, Antoine has closed more than 30 deals on behalf of shareholder-managers, private equity funds and corporates.
He began his career at EY in 2002 before joining DC ADVISORY. In 2010, he co-founded ZEGREENWEB, a web portal offering content and services focusing on environmental issues and sustainable development, which became the French market leader. He then took up a position as Director in the Technology Media and Telecoms M&A team at PWC CORPORATE FINANCE in Paris from 2015 to 2020. He then joined ADVISO PARTNERS.
Antoine TANGUY holds a Masters in Finance from the Toulouse School of Management.
Spain / Germany
Professional Services
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.
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.
Market entry in Germany as part of global growth strategy.
Translink advised CECOP Group on the acquisition of Optic Society Vertriebs GmbH.
Advisor to the buyer
France
Environment
EcoTree is a simple and ground-breaking new way to reward individuals and businesses that support sustainable forestry.
Société Générale Ventures
Société Générale Ventures is a venture investment vehicle of a global leading bank.
FinanciÚre Fonds Privés
FinanciÚre 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.
Translink Corporate Finance acted as the advisor to EcoTree on âŹ12 million fundraising from SociĂ©tĂ© GĂ©nĂ©rale Ventures, FinanciĂšre Fonds PrivĂ©s and Famae Impact.
N/A.
Advisor to the company
Arthur joined the Translink CF France team in October 2020.
He has been advising on mergers and acquisitions for more than 8 years, and has notably worked on transactions on behalf of investment funds and French and foreign industrialists.
His professional background:
M&A at Banque Delubac
M&A at Deloitte
Arthur holds a Master’s degree from EM Lyon Business School and a Master’s degree in Business Law from PanthĂ©on Sorbonne University.
Boris joined the Translink CF France team in January 2021.
Before joining the team, he worked at Raphaël Financial Advisory and Capitalmind as an M&A Analyst.
Boris holds a Masters in Corporate Finance from Audencia Business School.
France
Media
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.
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, SĂŁo Paulo, Milan, and Madrid. We deliver C-level events, comprehensive rankings and in-depth analysis designed to bring the worldâs markets together.
Groupe Ficade bought Leaders League to create the first French B2B player in media and communication market.
Translink advised Leaders League on the 100% sale to Groupe Ficade.
Advisor to the seller
Alexandre joined the Translink CF France team in September 2020.
Since joining the team, Alexandre has carried out several projects, advising industrialists and private equity funds.
Previously, he was involved in sale, acquisition and fundraising operations in several sectors of activity as well as on valuation missions.
His professional background:
Societex Corporate Finance, Analyst then Business Manager
Alexandre holds a Master Grande Ecole from IĂSEG School of Management.
Stanislas joined Translink CF France in early 2021 after an experience at Mediobanca in M&A then at Apax Partners, European leader in private equity.
He holds a Master’s degree in Banking and Finance from Paris-Dauphine University.
Sweden
IT
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.
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.
The acquisition of PrivateVPN will enable Miss Group to provide stronger VPN services to the market.
Translink advised Miss Group on the acquisition of PrivateVPN.
Advisor to the buyer
Italy
Industrials
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.
IFP Europe is a company specializing in the production of vacuum cycle metal washing machines using modified alcohols and HFE hydrocarbons.
The transaction represents a further milestone in IFP’s growth strategy in foreign markets, with a particular focus on Europe and North America.
Translink acted as the exclusive advisor to IFP Europe on the majority stake sale to a pool of industrial investors led by B.group.
Advisor to the seller
Germany
Healthcare
M3-operated M3 Global Research provides healthcare market research fieldwork, powered by the worldâs 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.
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 WĂŒnsch Dir Was e.V., a non-profit organization supporting chronically and seriously ill children and young adults nationwide.
The acquisition further strengthens M3âs European presence, with pharma-insightâs dedicated German call centre, and coverage in Germany, UK, France, Denmark, Netherlands, Norway, Austria, Italy, Poland, Switzerland, Spain, and Czech Republic, alongside M3âs capabilities in US, Canada, Brazil, China, Japan, and South Korea.
Translink advised pharma-insight on the 100% sale to M3 Inc.
Advisor to the seller
Denmark
Construction
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.
BL GrundvandssĂŠnkning A/S is a specialist contractor offering services within ground water control and construction de-watering.
N/A
Translink advised BL GrundvandssĂŠnkning A/S on the 100% sale to Per Aarsleff A/S.
Advisor to the seller
United States
Healthcare
DOC Brands Inc. is a well-established and emerging OTC supplier of consumer dental products, particularly with its leading brand DentempÂź, in the temporary tooth repair, denture and dental guard segments.
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.
The partnership with OrVance strengthens DOC Brandsâ oral care product line and their ability to continue to bring retailers and consumers meaningful advancements in consumer oral health.
Translink Corporate Finance in the US, Dinan and Company LLC, acted as the advisor to Doc Brands Inc. on its partnership with OrVance.
Advisor to the buyer
Norway
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.
Vertical integration in order to become the most innovative and effective manufacturer of bread, cakes and other bakery products.
Advisor to the buyer
United States
Food
WI based manufacturer of process cheese.
MN based provider of custom spray drying services to the food and pharmaceutical industries.
n/a
North Star Processing was acquired by Welcome Dairy, a portfolio company of New Heritage Capital.
Advisor to the buyer
Norway, Sweden
IT
ROI focus on search engine optimization & lead generation.
Norwegian marketing company.
Entering the Norwegian market
Acqusition of 100% of the share
Advisor to the buyer
Sweden
Construction
Vestum is a Swedish acquisition-driven group that acquires and develops specialist companies with exposure to construction and infrastructure contracts.
MĂ€lardalens SpĂ„r och AnlĂ€ggning AB (“MSA”) conducts work related to infrastructure such as roads, railways, pipelines and communications.
Growth in the sector
Vestum acquired 100% of the shares of MÀlardalens SpÄr och AnlÀggning
Advisor to the seller
Denmark
Professional Services
CareLInk is a temp help company owned partly by the Danish PE Fond, Dansk Generationsskifte.
Uni-care is a temp help company specialized in nurses and midwives.
Very good synergies both geographically and in the sector of nurses between the two companies.
Care-Link acquires 100% of the shares in Uni-Ca
Advisor to the seller