ABÉNEX

Abénex Capital, established in 1992, is a Paris-based investment firm specializing in mid-market acquisitions of unlisted companies. With over €1 billion invested since 2000, they have completed over 110 acquisitions across various sectors, including consumer goods, healthcare, industrials, business services, and technology. Abénex Capital, formerly ABN AMRO Capital France, is now independently owned by its three founding partners. They support entrepreneurs and are actively involved in their development projects, having completed over 59 transactions.

Thibault de la Baronnière

Director

Paul Bertrand

Partner

Guillaume Bladier

Associate

Vincent Brunswick

Partner

Antonio Catalli

Managing Director

Hervé Claquin

Partner and Founder

Apolline Claudon

Associate

Crombez, Foucault

Associate

Crosnier, Albin

Associate

Nicolai Donsa

Associate

Christian Dorléac

Partner

Angèle France

Principal

Emmanuel Herbinet

Partner

Antoine Houël

Partner

Edouard Jeandey

Director

Olivier Moatti

Managing Partner

Thomas Peretti

Partner

Benjamin Quiviger

Principal

Brando Del Santo

Associate

Nico Scheiner

Associate

Olivier Servant

Director

Jérôme Vandermarcq

Partner

Patrice Verrier

Managing Partner

Marie-Raphaëlle de Wissocq

Director

Thomas Peretti

Partner

37 past transactions

Asgard Group

Private Equity Round in 2024
Asgard Group is a testing and measurement company that offers high-performance and reliable instrumentation and measurement solutions.

Santis Lab

Private Equity Round in 2024
Santispharma is the pursuit of excellence in health care. Every one of our products considers your overall balance as well as the needs of the individual user.

Oryx Real Estate Partners

Venture Round in 2022
Oryx Real Estate Partners is a London-based real estate investment management firm. The company offers property development, property management, real estate, and other services. They focus on it on behalf of their shareholders and third-party investors.

EDL

Venture Round in 2021
EDL specializes in developing advanced software solutions for managing medical imaging departments within both public and private healthcare organizations. The company’s flagship product, the Xplore range, encompasses a comprehensive radiology information system (RIS) that facilitates the efficient storage, viewing, and distribution of medical exams. EDL's integrated software supports various functionalities, including digital dictation, speech recognition for report generation, and teleradiology, allowing for seamless information sharing across multiple sites. By enhancing the operational efficiency of radiology departments, EDL aims to improve the overall performance of medical imaging services.

Squad

Venture Round in 2021
Squad is an IT consulting firm founded in 2010, with locations in Sophia-Antipolis, Paris, Toulouse, and Aix-en-Provence. The company specializes in cloud computing, user experience, and web development, focusing on delivering efficient, secure applications that operate seamlessly across platforms and devices. Squad provides digital cloud and cybersecurity consulting, as well as outsourcing and support services, aimed at protecting clients from complex cyber threats. The firm is dedicated to ensuring secure software development by implementing robust development methodologies and virtualized platform infrastructures. Additionally, Squad fosters a positive work environment, emphasizing friendly relationships and continuous training for its employees.

Inlog

Acquisition in 2020
Inlog develops and sells blood bank and hospital software solutions. In Log SAS including the EdgeSuite™ software solutions, such as EdgeBlood™, EdgeCell®, EdgeTrack™ and EdgeLab™, as well as the SapaNet™ software solution.

Aerow

Acquisition in 2020
AEROW is a digital services company established in 2004 by Marc Wolff and Jérôme Pechot, with locations in Paris and southern France near Toulouse. The company specializes in consulting, integration, and information management services tailored for businesses. AEROW provides expertise in enterprise content management and business intelligence, addressing challenges related to digital transformation and document management. Additionally, the firm offers design and ergonomics services for applications, ensuring that its solutions are user-friendly and effective in enhancing operational performance for its clients.

Blanchon

Acquisition in 2019
Blanchon SA, established in 1832, is a French company based in Saint Priest, specializing in the production of technical varnishes and paints. It offers a comprehensive range of products for the protection, maintenance, decoration, and renovation of buildings and housing, catering to both professional and individual customers. The company's portfolio includes technical varnishes, oils and waxes, paints, stains, multi-surface paints, decorative paints, renovation paints, tints, parquet finishes, wood impregnations, strippers, parquet maintenance products, anti-fouling protectors, and filling products. Blanchon SA operates as a subsidiary of Abénex Capital SA and generates approximately 30% of its business from exports, with a strong presence in Europe and other international markets.

Tartefrais

Acquisition in 2019
Tartefrais is a manufacturer specializing in pastries and fresh cakes, catering to supermarkets, hypermarkets, and out-of-home catering networks. The company produces a wide range of bakery items, including pies, tarts, chocolate éclairs, and macarons, all made from scratch. Tartefrais is committed to delivering freshly processed products, ensuring high quality and taste in its offerings.

IKOS Group

Acquisition in 2018
IKOS is a leader in the railway industry, with over 650 engineering consultants working on projects around the world.

Groupe ADF

Private Equity Round in 2018
Groupe ADF SAS is an industrial maintenance and engineering services provider based in Vitrolles, France, founded in 1962. The company specializes in delivering maintenance solutions across various sectors, including aeronautics, space and defense, energy, and oil and gas. Its offerings encompass a wide range of services such as maintenance for the petrochemical and metallurgical industries, naval and port repairs, and pharmaceutical and agro-food sectors. Additionally, Groupe ADF provides turn-key solutions, revamping work, management of statutory stoppage work, and environmental services like waste management and industrial cleaning. The company is also involved in equipment integration and digital transformation to enhance production support and automate business processes.

AC Environnement

Acquisition in 2018
AC Environnement is a consultancy firm specializing in real estate services for both commercial and residential sectors. The company focuses on property diagnostic surveys, providing expertise in the diagnosis, monitoring, and technical inspection of various materials, including air and liquids. Through its sampling and analysis services, AC Environnement delivers reliable and transparent information essential for informed decision-making in real estate transactions.

Groupe Silvya Terrade

Acquisition in 2018
Groupe Silvya Terrade is a French organization that owns and operates a network of professional beauty and hairdressing schools. Established in 2016 and headquartered in Lyon, the group encompasses 17 schools across France, providing specialized training in a variety of fields including aesthetics, cosmetics, perfumery, hairstyle, beauty therapy, makeup, nail art, and body care. Each year, Groupe Silvya Terrade trains over 2,500 students, equipping them with the skills necessary to excel in the beauty and wellness industry.

Premista

Private Equity Round in 2017
Groupe Premista SAS, founded in 2010 and based in Gondreville, France, operates as a broker specializing in credit pooling and related insurance products. The company focuses on the intermediation of banking and payment services, offering solutions that allow individuals to consolidate various loans, including car, consumer, and real estate loans, into a single, manageable loan. This service often features shorter maturities and longer terms compared to the existing debts. Premista utilizes its own sales network as well as online channels to reach clients, with Central Finances being its primary brand in this sector. Additionally, the company provides financial restructuring services that analyze trends in the banking market, allowing clients to pursue strategies for growth and development in a secure manner.

Square Management

Acquisition in 2017
Square Management is an international management consulting firm specializing in strategy, organization, and operational consulting. The company addresses the current and future needs of its clients by leveraging an expert network of partner firms across multiple countries. Square Management is committed to providing clients with a competitive advantage through well-researched consulting services. To enhance its offerings, the firm collaborates with prestigious academic laboratories, such as those affiliated with HEC, ESCP Europe, and the University of Paris Dauphine, to develop innovative research and development programs. This approach ensures that Square Management remains at the forefront of industry trends and best practices, delivering valuable insights and strategies tailored to its clients' unique challenges.

Europa Group

Private Equity Round in 2017
Europa Group, SAS is a company based in Toulouse, France, specializing in the organization of conferences, congresses, and events tailored for scientific and medical communities. Founded in 1986, the company has evolved to address various needs in these sectors, offering services that encompass event management, education, publishing, digital solutions, and meeting logistics. With a workforce of 260 employees spread across three continents, Europa Group is dedicated to supporting and connecting thousands of professionals each year, facilitating collaboration and knowledge sharing within the scientific and medical fields. As of May 2020, Europa Group operates as a subsidiary of Comexposium S.A.

Hygeco International

Acquisition in 2017
Hygeco International is a manufacturing company that specializes in post-mortem equipment and products, catering to both the funeral and medical sectors. The company offers a range of services, including the manufacture, installation, and setup of custom-made post-mortem equipment, as well as the distribution of essential funeral products such as gloves, aprons, surgical masks, body bags, and other related apparatus. These offerings support mortuary and funeral chambers, forensic medicine institutes, and anatomy pathology laboratories. With a production and assembly unit based in Germany, Hygeco International generates 25% of its turnover from international markets, positioning itself as a leading supplier in the post-mortem sector.

LP Promotion

Private Equity Round in 2017
LP Promotion is a residential real estate developer based in Toulouse, France, specializing in the promotion, marketing, and management of housing and residential complexes. The company primarily focuses on developing programs in Toulouse and Bordeaux, catering to various market segments, including rental investors, owner-occupiers, and HLM offices. LP Promotion is dedicated to assisting students and seniors in navigating the process of purchasing or investing in apartments and villas, thus facilitating their housing needs and investment projects.

Cisbio.com

Acquisition in 2016
Cisbio Bioassays, a life sciences company, develops various assays and reagents for pharmaceutical, biotechnology, academia, and contract research organizations worldwide. It offers G-protein coupled receptor (GPCR), a homogeneous time-resolved fluorescence (HTRF) cellular platform solution; kinases and cell signaling solutions, such as assays for covering various needs for monitoring kinase targets; and a line of HTRF epigenetic toolbox reagents and kits for high throughput screening and investigation of epigenetic targets.

Point Vision Group

Series C in 2014
Point Vision Group offers patients the possibility of making appointments in a very short time, mainly through an internet platform. It is the first group to respond on a large scale to the lack of ophthalmologists in France that generates average wait times of three months for an appointment. Point Vision industrialized the consultation process by segmenting the different stages and delegating non-medical tasks to technicians.

SURYS

Venture Round in 2013
SURYS SAS, founded in 1980 and based in Bussy Saint-Georges, France, specializes in manufacturing security devices and solutions. The company develops optical and digital security technologies designed to combat counterfeiting and ensure the authenticity of various documents, including national IDs, travel documents, banknotes, and driver's licenses. SURYS offers a comprehensive range of products that include optical laminates, document personalization, and authentication solutions that can be accessed via software and mobile devices for enhanced traceability. As a subsidiary of IN Groupe since 2019, SURYS continues to focus on advancing security measures for identity and financial documents, as well as providing authentication solutions for brands and products.

2cv Mehari Club Cassis

Private Equity Round in 2013
2cv Mehari Club Cassis is recognized for the excellence of the quality / price ratio of its parts, the quality of its renovations and reconstructions, its unique offer of services and the support of its customers, whether private or professional.

Groupe RG

Acquisition in 2013
Groupe RG is a prominent French distributor of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), based in Saint-Priest, France. The company has its roots in several enterprises established in the 1950s, which have been consolidated under the RG SAFETY parent organization. This integration has allowed Groupe RG to maintain a cohesive structure while offering a diverse range of products and services. They specialize in supplying various types of protective gear, including head, hand, and foot protection, as well as respiratory protection and other health and safety equipment. With a strong emphasis on experience and responsiveness, Groupe RG has positioned itself as a leading player in the PPE market across Europe.

De Dietrich

Acquisition in 2012
De Dietrich is a manufacturer of quality process equipment.

Point Vision Group

Venture Round in 2012
Point Vision Group offers patients the possibility of making appointments in a very short time, mainly through an internet platform. It is the first group to respond on a large scale to the lack of ophthalmologists in France that generates average wait times of three months for an appointment. Point Vision industrialized the consultation process by segmenting the different stages and delegating non-medical tasks to technicians.

Vulcanic

Acquisition in 2011
Vulcanic SA, founded in 1973 and headquartered in Neuilly sur Marne, France, specializes in designing, manufacturing, and selling electrical heating and cooling solutions. The company offers a diverse range of products, including liquid, gas, and solid heating solutions such as immersion heaters, air heaters, and heating cartridges. Additionally, Vulcanic provides cooling solutions like air conditioning units and industrial chillers, as well as temperature measurement and control systems, including thermostats and temperature controllers. It serves a variety of industries, including food and beverage, oil and gas, railway, power generation, and aerospace, through a network of sales representatives across the globe. With production locations in several countries, including Belgium, Germany, Spain, and Malaysia, Vulcanic is positioned to meet the specific needs of its clients by delivering customized heating and cooling systems. The company was previously a subsidiary of Dynaction SA.

Grand Frais

Private Equity Round in 2011
Grand Frais is a grocery store retail chain based in France, known for its focus on fresh produce and high-quality food items. The company offers a diverse selection of products, including fruits and vegetables, groceries, cheese, dairy products, meat, and fish, with an emphasis on organic offerings. By prioritizing freshness and quality, Grand Frais aims to provide consumers with a superior shopping experience centered around healthy and sustainable food choices.

Hild

Acquisition in 2011
Hild is a privately held company that distributes and manufactures rainwater drainage systems and gas flue systems.

Dupont Restauration

Venture Round in 2010
Dupont Restauration , undisputed leader in catering, while remaining a family-sized company, remains close to its employees. Dupont Traiteur, the event activity of Dupont Restauration, includes the VIP services of sports venues (cocktails, reception, buffet, sit-down meals), the management of the general public sales of some of these sites and the receptions activity (conventions of businesses, weddings, private events ...) on the Estate.

Buffalo Grill

Acquisition in 2008
Buffalo Grill S.A. is a prominent casual dining chain based in Avrainville, France, with a strong presence in France, Spain, Luxembourg, and Switzerland. Founded in 1980, the company operates over 350 western-themed restaurants, including around 100 franchises, and employs over 5,000 people. Known for its diverse and affordable menu, Buffalo Grill specializes in grilled meats, particularly beef dishes, attracting a loyal customer base. The restaurants are typically located in retail parks and on the outskirts of medium-sized cities, catering to a variety of dining occasions and serving approximately 30 million meals annually. Buffalo Grill has established itself as one of the most recognized restaurant brands in France.

Groupe REPONSE

Acquisition in 2008
Groupe REPONSE is an interior design firm.

Groupe Score

Acquisition in 2004
Groupe Score is a independent providers of foodservices in France.

Protection One

Acquisition in 2003
Protection one is much more than a security company – it’s a state of mind and a philosophy! In fact, most of their founding employees are still here and, with an average seniority of more than 10 years, their employee loyalty is remarkable. That means that the person advising you today will still be here tomorrow!

AES Chemunex

Acquisition in 2003
AES Laboratoire has products spanning applications for the food, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic industries. The company’s offerings include a complete portfolio of conventional and novel culture media, rapid microbiology testing methods, and laboratory instruments, as well as cytometry for the detection of microorganisms, with an innovative range of flow cytometers and a solid-phase cytometer, ChemScan RDI. The company also provides a range of services, as well as software for laboratory monitoring and metrology.

Essege

Venture Round in 2002
Essege is a supplier and distributor based in Brussels, Belgium, specializing in heating and air treatment products. The company focuses on the import and distribution of portable liquid fuel radiators, electronic kerosene heaters, and various house dryers. Additionally, Essege offers products for swimming pool maintenance, catering to a diverse customer base in the heating and air treatment sectors.

Groupe Retif Developpement SAS

Acquisition in 2002
Groupe Retif Developpement SAS is a distributor of equipment and supplies tailored for small and medium-sized businesses, including traders, shops, artisans, offices, and administrations. The company provides a wide range of products essential for retail and operational management, such as furniture, mannequins, clothing racks, grooved panels, packaging materials, decorations, stationery, labeling solutions, lighting, disposable items, and maintenance products. By offering these diverse supplies, Groupe Retif Developpement SAS enables its clients to enhance the functionality and presentation of their sales and display areas, ultimately supporting the effective operation of their businesses.
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