Azulis Capital

Azulis Capital is a private equity firm based in Paris, France, specializing in mid-market investments. The firm focuses on family-owned companies and small to medium enterprises, primarily in sectors such as healthcare, human services, agribusiness, distribution, food and beverage, consumer retailing, and business services. Azulis Capital typically targets investments between €3.43 million and €30 million in companies with enterprise values ranging from €20 million to €120 million, with a particular emphasis on those valued between €30 million and €80 million. The firm engages in various types of investments, including growth capital, owner buyouts, and leveraged buyouts, and prefers to take on either minority or majority stakes. Azulis Capital seeks to actively participate in its investments by taking board positions and usually maintains its investments for four to seven years. Originally founded in 2000 as Banexi Capital Partners, Azulis Capital has built a reputation for its strategic focus on the French market.

Raphael Bazin

Associate Director & Partner

Caroline Chemel

Partner

Astrid Cloarec

Partner

Yann Collignon

Founding and Managing Partner

Nicolas Cosson

Partner

Paul Denieuil

Associate

Julien Hess

Partner

Pierre Jourdain

Managing Partner, CEO

Bruno Lavollé

Partner

Evelyne Lozinguez

Partner

Christine Mariette

Managing Partner

Donatien Noyelle

CFO

Alban Tanaka

Investment Manager

Delle Vigne, Gabrielle

Investment Director

38 past transactions

Talis Business School

Acquisition in 2020
Talis Business School is a post-Bac business school, accessible outside the coursup procedure, the courses of which are validated by Titles registered with the RNCP (national directory of professional certifications) and State Diplomas.

Love & Green

Private Equity Round in 2019
Love & Green SAS is a French company based in Rueil-Malmaison, established in 2011, that specializes in manufacturing baby care and feminine hygiene products. The brand is recognized for its commitment to eco-responsibility and is a pioneer in the natural and ecological diaper market. In addition to diapers, Love & Green offers a diverse range of products, including wipes, cleansing water, cleansing milk, moisturizing creams, and body and hair gels. The company markets its products through various channels, including resellers, physical retail stores, and online platforms.

Ital Passion

Private Equity Round in 2019
Ital Passion is a distributor of Italian food products based in Monaco, established in 2002. The company specializes in a diverse array of grocery items, including sauces, vinegars, oils, pasta, crackers, risottos, and desserts. Ital Passion offers products under its own brands as well as private labels, providing customers with a variety of options for preparing Italian cuisine at accessible prices. The company's focus on individual clients allows it to cater to a broad market, enhancing the culinary experience with authentic Italian flavors.

The Sommelier Int.

Private Equity Round in 2019
The Sommelier Int. is a provider of consumer goods and services.

Eksaé

Private Equity Round in 2019
Eksaé offers suites of complete solutions for managing and steering public action as innovative as it is efficient. Human resources, financial management, budget management, relations with citizens, Eksaé is the partner of those who bring public service to life.

Meotec

Private Equity Round in 2018
Meotec, SAS provides business consulting services. It services include meotec, project management services; meobuy, purchasing and logistics consulting services; meofi, economic consulting services; and quality and process consulting services. The company was founded in 2005 and is based in Boulogne-Billancourt, France.

Jordenen

Acquisition in 2018
Jordenen SA, established in 1969 and headquartered in La Chapelle St Mesmin, France, specializes in the design, creation, and production of marketing solutions that encompass promotional products, corporate gifts, workwear, and personal protective equipment (PPE). The company offers a diverse array of promotional items and textiles, along with customized corporate gift solutions tailored to meet the specific needs of businesses. Additionally, Jordenen provides a corporate program solution, which delivers personalized services to address the communication requirements of companies. The company operates in several locations, including Orléans, Paris, La Ciotat, and Hong Kong.

Novepan

Acquisition in 2017
Novepan is one of the first companies to manufacture uncooked frozen breads.

DESTIA Group

Acquisition in 2016
GROUPE DESTIA offers personal services, specializing in helping the elderly, disabled, and home childcare. Its services includes home support, home cleaning, and babysitting The company is driven by mission to improve the quality of life of the greatest number of vulnerable people with a fundamental creed: to respect and develop their autonomy. GROUPE DESTIA was founded in 2006.

Marcel & Fils

Acquisition in 2015
Marcel & Fils is a family-run business based in Venelles, France, that operates a network of 22 retail stores specializing in organic products. Founded in 2007, the company offers a diverse range of organic goods, including food items sourced from organic farms, personal care products, and house maintenance supplies. The stores are designed to create a cozy and modern shopping experience, emphasizing taste and quality while promoting a generous and festive atmosphere. By focusing on fresh and additive-free products, Marcel & Fils aims to provide customers with affordable options that cater to their organic lifestyle.

Vivalto Vie

Acquisition in 2015
Vivalto Vie is a privately held company that operates retirement homes in the Poitou-Charentes and Pays de la Loire regions.

CEME

Acquisition in 2014
CEME Group specializes in electrical engineering, climate control and the creation of automated systems for the industrial environment. The company is a member of various professional organizations such as FFB and FFIE. CEME Guerin is qualified Qualifélec, Qualibat, Professional gas PNG PGP. CEME Group was founded in 1980 by Daniel Guerin.

Ital Express

Acquisition in 2014
Ital Express is a distance-selling specialist in spare parts for trucking, tractors, and utility vehicles. The company's export department has built its own customer network by exporting to more than 60 countries since 1978. It delivers a variety of spare parts like gearboxes, cabin, exhaust, and more in France and abroad. Ital Express was founded in 1975 and is headquartered in France.

Father & Sons

Acquisition in 2014
Father & Sons, established in 1995 and headquartered in Bagneux, France, specializes in men's apparel, offering both city and casual outfits. The brand provides a diverse selection of ready-to-wear clothing, footwear, and accessories, catering to the needs of the modern man. With a focus on delivering affordable fashion, Father & Sons operates 45 stores across France and Belgium, presenting collections that blend classic and trendy styles. Additionally, the company enhances its retail presence through an online store, making its products accessible to a broader audience.

BioClinic

Venture Round in 2012
BioClinic is a medical company that specializes in operating medical analysis laboratories in the Ile-de-France region. Founded in 1995 and headquartered in Paris, France, the company focuses on providing diagnostic services to support patient care and healthcare providers. Its facilities are equipped to conduct a variety of medical analyses, contributing to the overall healthcare landscape in the region.

L.V. Overseas

Acquisition in 2012
L.V. Overseas is a privately held company that provides international freight forwarding services. Its transportation services specializes in heavy packages, frozen, fruits and vegetables, textiles, hazardous materials, and oil. Within its more than 84 years of experience the company has received different accreditation such as OEA and ISO 9001 certification. L.V. Overseas was founded in 1932 by Monsieur Léon Vincent.

Holweg S.A.S

Acquisition in 2012
Holweg S.A.S manufactures machines for the production of flat and satchel paper bags. The company offers machine for manufacturing of block bottom and rare bird paper products; and spare parts. It serves bakery, butcher, fast food, rotisserie, grocery, pharmacy, medical, gift/souvenir (pouches and rolls), etc. sectors. The company was founded in 1889 and is based in Molsheim, France.

Planet Sushi

Private Equity Round in 2011
Planet Sushi is a chain of restaurants, both respectful of the Japanese culinary tradition, such as bold and innovative through the amazing creations she makes.

Lagarrigue Group

Acquisition in 2011
The Lagarrigue agencies specialize in designing customized orthopedic devices. The prosthetic makes a mold or a fingerprint taken to design a unique shape and perfectly adapted to the patient's anatomy.

Brunel Group

Acquisition in 2011
Brunel Group manufactures household cleaning products. It manufactures and distributes cleaning, home care products, and household insecticides under the brand name Starwax, Sinto, and Kapo in France. It began operation in 2012, with its headquarters in Wasquehal in France

Doucet

Acquisition in 2010
Groupe Doucet designs, manufactures, and distributes maintenance, hygiene, and cleaning products for the upkeep, renovation, and maintenance of domestic and work environments in Europe. It offers insecticides, wood and furniture care products, and fillers for wood, metal, and other materials; and hygiene and cleaning products for public and private institutions, and small and medium-sized manufacturing and food companies. The company markets its products through distribution outlets, including drugstores, hardware shops, DIY stores, home improvement stores, garden centers, furniture shops, and merchants in France, Poland, Russia, and Romania. Groupe Doucet was founded in 1999 and is based in Paris, France.

Optimum SAS

Acquisition in 2010
Optimum SAS is a privately held company based in Le Passage, France, specializing in the manufacture of wood products for home improvement. Established in 1981, the company produces a variety of items including cupboard doors, room separators, and dressing rooms, along with accessories. Optimum SAS focuses on both made-to-order and standard cupboard façades, catering to the needs of home improvement superstores and trade customers. Its products are distributed through a network of partners in France and internationally, reflecting the company's commitment to quality and customization in the woodworking industry.

Prodene Klint

Acquisition in 2009
Prodene Klint, founded in 1973 and based in Marne-la-Vallée, France, specializes in the manufacture of hygiene, cosmetics, and disinfectant products primarily for the corporate sector. As a subsidiary of GOJO Industries, Inc., the company focuses on developing skin hygiene and disinfectant solutions used in healthcare, the food industry, and various institutional settings. Its product range includes impregnated wipes, skin creams, and cosmetic make-ups, catering to the needs of both consumers and professionals in maintaining hygiene and promoting health.

Mademoiselle Desserts

Acquisition in 2009
Mademoiselle Desserts, formally known as Speciality Desserts was established in 1995. Mademoiselle Desserts has been manufacturing and supplying high quality, deliciously decadent desserts, cakes, slices, tortes, and tarts across the UK food service market.

Européenne des Desserts

Private Equity Round in 2009
Européenne des Desserts is a French leader in the frozen baking industry employing more than 770 people across five production sites, four located in France and one in the UK. The Group supplies some of the largest organisations in the retail and catering sectors.

Novasep

Acquisition in 2007
Novasep Holding SAS provides molecule production and purification services for the life science and chemical industries. It offers development and contract manufacturing (CMO) services, process engineering, supply of equipment, and related services to agrochemicals, biopharmaceuticals, fine chemicals, fermentation and chemical commodities, food ingredients, functional ingredients, and pharmaceuticals markets. Novasep Holding SAS was formerly known as Financiere Ginova S.A.S. and changed its name to Novasep Holding SAS in January 2007. The company was founded in 1995 and is based in Lyon, France.

Cleor

Acquisition in 2007
Cleor is a collections of jewelry and watches for men, women, and children. Its products include gold, silver, gold plated, and steel jewelry for all occasions, as well as a wide selection of branded watches and accessories. Brands as varied as D & G, Boss, Diesel, Police, Ice Watch, Festina, Guess, Cerruti 1881, Casio, Adidas, Hello Kitty, Chipie, and others. Its services are both accessible through their 130 stores throughout France and online. It was founded in 1997 and is based in Evreux, France.

Solina Group

Acquisition in 2007
Solina Group is a major player in the global food ingredients market. Its services feature personalized ingredient solutions for the food industry in the areas of fish, meat, nutrition, ready meals, and snacks. Solina is also a major player in the professional (butchers) and food service markets. The company was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in France.

Thermes Adour

Acquisition in 2006
Thermes Adour is a company that operates a range of wellness facilities in Southwestern France, including three thermal springs, six spas, an aquatic center, and seven hotels and residences. The business specializes in medical spa treatments, focusing on services for osteoarthritis, rheumatology, and phlebology. By providing thermal care and addressing conditions such as chronic pain and fibromyalgia, Thermes Adour aims to offer comprehensive spa experiences that cater to the diverse needs of its customers.

CA Com Groupe

Acquisition in 2006
CA Com Groupe is a privately held company that is into retail business. It helps brands and retailers build and sustain a positive relationship with their customers. It was founded in 1990 and is based in Clichy, Île-de-France.

Numalliance

Acquisition in 2006
Numalliance SAS is a manufacturer of CNC-controlled equipment specializing in the cold forming and bending of metal wires, tubes, and flat stock. The company produces a range of machines, including wire bending machines, tube bending systems, and flat stock bending solutions, along with secondary operations like pressing, welding, and automation. Serving various industries such as aerospace, automotive, medical, and construction, Numalliance provides complete productivity solutions to its customers. Founded in 1872 and originally known as LATOUR & Fils, the company rebranded in 2003 and is headquartered in Saint-Michel-sur-Meurthe, France, with additional locations in Mexico, China, the United States, Germany, India, and Slovakia.

LINXIS Group

Acquisition in 2006
LINXIS Group engages in the design, manufacture, and installation of specialized equipment for bakery, dairy, and health industries. It was founded in 1988 and is based in Nantes, France. It was formerly known as Groupe BRETECHE INDUSTRIE before it changed its name to LINXIS Group as of October 2017.

BRUNET group

Private Equity Round in 2006
Brunet Holding SA provides heating, air conditioning, and electricity installation and maintenance services. The company was founded in 1972 and is based in Chasseneuil-du-Poitou, France. As of July 25, 2017, Brunet Holding SA operates as a subsidiary of Ortec S.A.

Thermcross

Acquisition in 2005
Thermcross multi-brand distributor of spare parts Heating, Heat Pumps (PAC), Water Heaters and Air Conditioning.

Sofibo Expansion

Acquisition in 2005
Sofibo Expansion is a privately held retails furniture stores company.

PROCOPI

Acquisition in 2004
PROCOPI is a multi-specialist supplier of pool and spa equipment. It offers pool fittings that include filters and filter groups comprising injected filters, sand filters, low pressure injected polyester filters, bobbin wound polyester filters, injection blow molded polyethylene sand filters, pumps, control panels, counter-swim treadmills, heat pumps, heat exchangers, heaters, dehumidifiers, solar collectors, and others. It was founded in 1988 and is headquartered in France.

3 Chenes Laboratoires

Acquisition in 2004
3 Chenes Laboratoires specializes in the design, production, and marketing of natural food supplements, cosmetics, and diet supplements. 3 Chenes Laboratories control the entire production chain, from the selection of raw materials to the distribution of finished products via plant extraction. The company was founded by Eric Favre in 1993. It is headquartered in Villechenève, Rhone.

Trefilaction

Acquisition in 2000
Trefilaction is a mass retailers for fastners and small hardware products.
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