Azulis Capital

Azulis Capital is a private equity firm located in Paris, France, established in 2000. The firm specializes in investing in middle-market companies, particularly those that are family-owned or independent. Azulis Capital focuses on a variety of sectors, including health and human services, agribusiness, distribution, food and beverage, and business services. It seeks to make equity investments ranging from €3.43 million to €30 million in companies with enterprise values between €20 million and €120 million. The firm typically aims for investments in companies with sales between €20 million and €200 million, taking either minority or majority stakes. Azulis Capital engages actively in the management of its investments, often taking a seat on the Board of Directors, and typically maintains its investments for a period of four to seven years. The firm avoids investments in sensitive sectors such as gambling and arms manufacturing.

Raphaël Bazin

Associate Director and Partner

Caroline Chemel

Partner

Astrid Cloarec

Investment Director

Yann Collignon

Managing Partner

Nicolas Cosson

Partner

Anne Costasèque

Partner and Associate Director

Paul Denieuil

Associate

Damien Le Guay

Investment Manager

Julien Hess

Partner

Pierre Jourdain

CEO

Bruno Lavollé

Partner

Christine Mariette

Managing Partner

Donatien Noyelle

CFO

Pérony, Gilles

Partner and Director

Alban Tanaka

Investment Manager

Gabrielle Delle Vigne

Investment Director

40 past transactions

Talis Education Group

Acquisition in 2020
Talis Education Group operates a network of post-baccalaureate business schools that focus on vocational training and higher education. The institution provides a range of accredited training programs in various fields, including trade and international management, human resources and administration, marketing and communications, and banking, finance, and real estate. These programs are validated by titles registered with the national directory of professional certifications and state diplomas, ensuring that they meet recognized standards. Talis Education Group aims to equip individuals with the skills and knowledge necessary to achieve their professional goals in a competitive job market.

The Sommelier Int.

Acquisition in 2019
The Sommelier Int. is a provider of consumer goods and services.

Love & Green

Private Equity Round in 2019
Love & Green is a French brand dedicated to eco-responsibility, recognized as a pioneer in the natural and ecological diaper market. The company has expanded its product offerings to include a variety of baby care items such as wipes, nappy pants, gels, and creams. In addition to its focus on baby products, Love & Green also provides feminine hygiene and incontinence solutions. All of its products are certified eco-friendly, ensuring that they protect the health of both babies and women while promoting sustainability.

Ital Passion

Private Equity Round in 2019
Ital Passion is a distributor of Italian food products that specializes in a diverse selection of grocery items. The company offers an extensive range of products under its own brands, including sauces, antipasti, breadsticks, oils, vinegar, and pasta. In addition to branded offerings, Ital Passion also provides products under private labels, catering to individual clients and ensuring a variety of options at competitive prices. Their portfolio encompasses essential ingredients such as vinegar, roasted peppers, tomatoes, and olive oil, as well as sweets and cafe wines and spirits, allowing customers to create a wide array of Italian dishes.

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 specializes in developing business management software designed for the effective management and oversight of public actions. The company provides a comprehensive platform that includes features for accounting, tax management, payroll, human resources, and financial oversight. By offering these integrated solutions, Eksaé aims to enhance the efficiency of public service operations and support organizations in their mission to deliver essential services to citizens.

Meotec

Private Equity Round in 2018
Meotec is a consulting firm that specializes in providing operational consulting services to various organizations. The company focuses on project management and support functions, offering a range of services that include operations, quality assurance, and purchasing. Additionally, Meotec is involved in organizing reporting and contracts, as well as conducting risk evaluation and management outsourcing. Their expertise extends to supply chain and compliance optimization, aiding clients in managing projects and transformations while translating strategic decisions into actionable operational plans.

Jordenen

Acquisition in 2018
Jordenen SA is a manufacturer and specialist in the design, creation, and production of promotional products and corporate gifts. Founded in 1969 and headquartered in La Chapelle St Mesmin, France, the company operates additional locations in Orléans, Paris, La Ciotat, and Hong Kong. Jordenen offers a diverse range of solutions, including promotional products, textiles, personal protective equipment (PPE), and bespoke items, catering to the marketing and promotional needs of businesses. Furthermore, the company provides a corporate program solution, delivering personalized services to address the specific communication requirements of its clients. With a skilled team of professionals, Jordenen ensures that its products meet industry standards while offering tailored solutions to enhance brand visibility and client engagement.

Novepan

Acquisition in 2017
Novepan is a producer of bread and dough products, catering to supermarkets, hypermarkets, in-store bakeries, hot food counters, and food service operators. The company specializes in a variety of offerings, including frozen raw bread, pre-cooked items, and ready-to-cook pizza dough, which allows clients to provide fresh and natural baked goods. Novepan also offers customizable packaging solutions, such as flow packs suitable for ovens and microwaves, as well as snack bags tailored to individual brand needs. Additionally, the company provides products that comply with various standards, including BRC, IFS, Organic, and Halal. Examples of their products include puff pastry for crispy snacks and fougasse for a fluffy pastry experience.

Groupe Destia

Acquisition in 2016
DESTIA Group is a provider of personal services focused on enhancing the quality of life for vulnerable populations, particularly the elderly, disabled individuals, and children. Established in 2006, the company specializes in home support, cleaning, and childcare services. With a commitment to improving autonomy, DESTIA Group operates a network of agencies that deliver personalized assistance, allowing clients to maintain their independence and comfort within their own homes. The organization's mission centers on respecting and fostering the autonomy of those they serve, ensuring that essential support is accessible to those in need.

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 is a retailer specializing in men's ready-to-wear apparel, catering to both urban and casual styles. The company offers a diverse selection of clothing, footwear, and accessories designed for the modern man. With 45 retail locations across France and Belgium, Father & Sons provides collections that blend classic and contemporary designs. The brand is committed to delivering quality products at affordable prices, ensuring that stylish options are accessible to a wide audience. In addition to physical stores, Father & Sons operates an online platform to further reach its customers.

The Bioclinic Group

Venture Round in 2012
Bioclinic operates a network of medical analysis laboratories in the Ile-de-France region, serving health professionals, hospitals, clinics, care centers, and retirement homes. Founded in 1995 and based in Paris, the company specializes in areas such as molecular biology, genetics, antibiotic resistance, and reproductive health. By focusing on these fields, Bioclinic aims to provide clients and their patients with enhanced medical diagnostic results.

L.V. Overseas

Acquisition in 2012
L.V. Overseas is a privately held company specializing in international freight forwarding services with over 84 years of experience. Founded in 1932 by Monsieur Léon Vincent, the company operates across maritime, air, and road sectors, offering a range of transportation solutions for heavy packages, frozen goods, fruits and vegetables, textiles, hazardous materials, and oil. L.V. Overseas provides both isolated and consolidated shipment options, including full containers and loose cargo, and also offers warehousing and customs administration services to facilitate the efficient transport of goods. The company has earned various accreditations, including OEA and ISO 9001 certification, reflecting its commitment to quality and compliance in the logistics industry.

Holweg Weber

Acquisition in 2012
Holweg Weber is a manufacturing company based in Molsheim, France, that specializes in machinery for the paper bag industry. Founded in 1925, the company designs and develops a variety of machines for producing flat and satchel paper bags, including block bottom and die-cut handle options. Its products cater to diverse sectors such as bakery, butcher, fast food, grocery, pharmacy, and e-commerce, providing solutions for making compostable, biodegradable, or recyclable packaging. In addition to manufacturing machines, Holweg Weber offers maintenance services and spare parts, ensuring comprehensive support for its clients in the packaging market.

Planet Sushi

Private Equity Round in 2011
Planet Sushi is a restaurant chain that specializes in sushi, combining respect for traditional Japanese culinary practices with innovative and bold flavor profiles. The chain offers a diverse menu featuring avant-garde sushi creations, catering to a wide range of tastes. In addition to its dining services, Planet Sushi also provides delivery options, ensuring that customers can enjoy their unique offerings at home. The company emphasizes sustainability by utilizing recyclable packaging for its products, aligning with contemporary environmental standards.

Lagarrigue

Acquisition in 2011
Lagarrigue is a company based in Toulouse, France, that specializes in the design and manufacturing of customized orthopedic and prosthetic devices aimed at treating both temporary and permanent disabilities. Founded in 1976, Lagarrigue creates products that include hand splints, correction corsets, walking saddles, and anti-luxation orthoses. By utilizing advanced techniques, such as molding a fingerprint to produce uniquely shaped devices, the company ensures that its products are tailored to fit the individual anatomy of each patient. This focus on customization enables people with disabilities to correct or preserve their bodily functions effectively.

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
Doucet is a company focused on the service sector, specializing in environmentally friendly household products. It manufactures a range of cleaning products designed for both professional and individual use. The company is involved in the development, production, distribution, and maintenance of hygiene and cleaning solutions aimed at the upkeep, renovation, and maintenance of various domestic and work environments. By prioritizing eco-friendly practices, Doucet aims to provide effective cleaning solutions that are safe for users and the environment.

SAS OPTIMUM

Acquisition in 2010
SAS OPTIMUM is a manufacturer based in Le Passage, France, specializing in a range of products for home improvement. Established in 1981, the company produces cupboard doors, room separators, sliding closet doors, and made-to-order cupboard façades, catering to both superstores and trade customers. In addition to standard and overlaid doors, SAS OPTIMUM also offers dressing rooms and various accessories, ensuring compliance with strict reliability standards to enhance product longevity. The company distributes its products through partners in France and internationally, emphasizing quality and customization in its offerings.

Mademoiselle Desserts

Acquisition in 2009
Mademoiselle Desserts, originally established as Speciality Desserts in 1995, is a manufacturer and distributor of high-quality frozen desserts, including cakes, slices, tortes, and tarts. The company primarily serves the UK food service market, providing a range of decadent pastry products to food retail outlets and the catering industry. By focusing on delivering both finished and semi-finished products, Mademoiselle Desserts enables its customers to offer appealing dessert options while maintaining high standards of quality.

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.

Laboratoires Prodene Klint

Acquisition in 2009
Prodene Klint, founded in 1973 and based in Marne-la-Vallée, France, specializes in hygiene, cosmetics, and disinfectants tailored for the corporate sector. As a subsidiary of GOJO Industries, Inc., the company manufactures a variety of hygiene products designed for use in healthcare, the food industry, and institutional settings. Its product range includes skin hygiene and disinfectant items, such as impregnated wipes, skin creams, and cosmetic make-ups, aimed at meeting the needs of diverse industries while ensuring high standards of cleanliness and safety.

Novasep

Acquisition in 2007
Novasep Holding SAS specializes in molecule production and purification services for the life science and chemical sectors. Founded in 1995 and headquartered in Lyon, France, the company offers a range of services including development, contract manufacturing, process engineering, and equipment supply. Its clientele encompasses various markets such as agrochemicals, biopharmaceuticals, fine chemicals, and pharmaceuticals. Novasep has expanded its operations to Europe, Asia, and North America, enhancing its ability to meet customer needs in these regions. The company, originally known as Financiere Ginova S.A.S., adopted its current name in January 2007.

Solina Group

Acquisition in 2007
Solina Group is a prominent manufacturer in the global food ingredients market, specializing in personalized ingredient solutions for various sectors including fish, meat, nutrition, ready meals, and snacks. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in France, the company serves the food industry, food service, and butchery markets, providing a wide range of products such as sauce bases, cheese preparations, marinades, seasonings, batters, coatings, and spice compositions. Solina Group is committed to delivering nourishing, affordable, and sustainable food options to its clients.

Cleor

Acquisition in 2007
Cleor is a retailer specializing in jewelry and watches for men, women, and children, offering a diverse range of products including gold, silver, gold-plated, and steel jewelry suitable for various occasions. The company features a selection of branded watches and accessories from well-known brands such as D & G, Boss, Diesel, Police, and many others. Founded in 1997 and headquartered in Evreux, France, Cleor operates 130 stores across the country, while also providing an online shopping platform to enhance accessibility for its customers. The brand focuses on delivering quality jewelry and fashion accessories at competitive prices, appealing to a wide demographic.

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.

Brunet

Private Equity Round in 2006
Brunet is a company that specializes in providing a range of multi-technical services within the fields of electrical engineering, thermal engineering, and low-current systems, which include telecommunications, IT, and security. The company focuses on installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance, aiming to enhance energy efficiency through its offerings. Additionally, Brunet provides services related to photovoltaic systems and charging infrastructure, catering to the growing demand for sustainable energy solutions.

Numalliance

Acquisition in 2006
Numalliance is a manufacturer based in Saint-Michel-sur-Meurthe, Grand Est, France, specializing in CNC-controlled machinery for the bending and cold forming of metal wires, tubes, and strips. Founded in 2003, the company has grown through both organic development and four strategic acquisitions. Numalliance's product line includes wire and tube bending machines, straight and cut machines, and end-forming and metal bending machines. These offerings enable clients, particularly in the automotive sector, to achieve reliable and efficient production processes. The company is committed to providing complete productivity solutions that meet the demands of heavy industrial applications.

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.

LINXIS Group

Acquisition in 2006
LINXIS Group is a manufacturer based in Nantes, France, specializing in the design, production, and installation of specialized equipment for the bakery, dairy, health, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic industries. Founded in 1988, the company was previously known as Groupe BRETECHE INDUSTRIE before rebranding in October 2017. LINXIS Group focuses on ingredient automation, pre-dough systems, and mixing and depositing technologies, delivering customized equipment solutions that enhance efficiency and agility for its clients. The company leverages its collective expertise to address the specific needs of its diverse clientele, ensuring high-quality standards in industrial equipment.

Sofibo Expansion

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

Thermcross

Acquisition in 2005
Thermcross is a multi-brand distributor specializing in spare parts for heating systems, including heating boilers, heat pumps, water heaters, and air conditioning units. The company's product range encompasses essential components such as wall-hung and floor-standing boilers, cold pumps, ignition transformers, electrical water heaters, oil meters, and water meters. By providing a diverse selection of spare parts, Thermcross supports the maintenance and efficiency of various heating and cooling systems.

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.

Procopi

Acquisition in 2004
Procopi SA is a manufacturer and distributor of pool and spa equipment, headquartered in Le Rheu, France. Established in 1988, the company specializes in a wide range of products including filters, pumps, heat pumps, heaters, and water treatment supplies. Procopi also offers various pool fittings such as sand and injected filters, control panels, and counter-swim treadmills. Additionally, the company provides a variety of accessories like ladders, maintenance tools, and pool covers, as well as spa and sauna products. Procopi serves its customers through a network of distributors and sales representatives across Europe and internationally, with subsidiary locations in countries including the United Kingdom, Germany, Belgium, the Middle East, India, and the West Indies. The company designs its products in-house and manufactures them at its facilities in France.

Trefilaction

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

ACENSI

The ACENSI Group specializes in information systems consulting.
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