Compass Partners International

Compass Partners International, established in 1997, is a London-based private equity firm specializing in secondary direct transactions. It invests in under-managed industrial manufacturing and services companies across Europe and North America, with a focus on sectors such as HVAC/R, aerospace and defense, and industrial products. The firm acquires portfolios of assets from various sellers, including private equity funds, corporations, and banks, typically involving at least three assets with deal sizes ranging from $100 million to $800 million. Compass Partners invests for periods of three to six years, taking majority or minority stakes, and buys both equity and debt positions to gain control or influence. It provides bespoke and flexible liquidity solutions, creating value through industrial consolidations, turnarounds, and growth capital strategies.

Robert Gasparini

Operating Partner

Sebastien Hild

Principal

Peter Horoszko

Operating Partner

James Kester

Partner

Frank Rudd

Partner

4 past transactions

Rodenstock

Acquisition in 2018
Rodenstock GmbH, founded in 1877 by Josef Rodenstock, is a prominent manufacturer of ophthalmic lenses and spectacles frames, headquartered in Munich, Germany. The company develops and markets a wide range of eyewear products, including progressive, single vision, and sport lenses, as well as computer, reading, children's, and sunglasses for both men and women. Additionally, Rodenstock offers various spectacles designed for specific needs such as driving and distance vision. With a global workforce of approximately 4,500, Rodenstock operates production sites for lenses across 15 locations in 13 countries, and sells its products through sales subsidiaries and distribution partners in over 85 countries.

Infinitas Learning

Acquisition in 2018
Infinitas Learning is a dedicated education content and services provider based in Europe, offering a wide range of resources for various educational settings, including primary and secondary schools, colleges, homes, and industrial institutions. The company specializes in curriculum-based educational materials and learning systems, providing interactive software, online learning platforms, audiobooks, and printed textbooks. Additionally, Infinitas Learning includes testing and assessment tools in both electronic and traditional formats. By delivering flexible solutions, the company aims to support innovative approaches to learning and enhance student success across diverse environments.

LIMONI S.p.A

Private Equity Round in 2015
LIMONI S.p.A is a retail company that specializes in the sale of perfumes, skincare products, personal hygiene items, and cosmetics. It operates a chain of perfumeries and beauty lounges, providing customers with a variety of beauty products through both its physical locations and an online platform. This dual approach allows LIMONI to reach a broader audience while offering an extensive selection of beauty and personal care items.
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