Alpha Group

Founded in 1983, Alpha Group is a private equity firm based in Luxembourg. It specializes in leveraged buyouts of mid-sized companies, investing in family-owned businesses, corporate spin-outs, and growing businesses with expansion opportunities.

Marco Bernardi

Partner

28 past transactions

Impact Field Marketing Group

Acquisition in 2022
IFMG offers solutions allowing companies to implement their sales and marketing strategies on physical, mobile or digital channels throughout the customer journey.

A.M.F

Acquisition in 2019
A.M.F produces metal and non metal accessories for garment, shoes and leather goods that adorne the most products of the most famous international brands. The company is renewed for the quality of its products and of its customer service: from the exceptional creative development of the trim, to the precise production, to the efficient.

Laminam

Acquisition in 2019
Laminam SpA is an Italian manufacturer specializing in large-sized ceramic surfaces designed for various applications in architecture and interior design. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in Fiorano Modenese, the company produces a diverse range of products, including architectural surfaces and materials for flooring, wall tiling, and furniture. Its product offerings encompass several lines such as BLEND, CALCE, and LEGNO VENEZIA, catering to both indoor and outdoor settings. Laminam also provides consulting services for architectural design, focusing on interior spaces and building envelopes. The company operates additional locations in Milan and Moscow, along with a factory in Borgo Val di Taro, enhancing its presence in the market and facilitating its commitment to quality and innovation.

Calligaris

Acquisition in 2018
Calligaris is a manufacturer based in Manzano, Italy, specializing in high-end contemporary furniture and furnishing accessories. The company offers an extensive catalog that includes chairs, tables, beds, sofas, storage units, sideboards, consoles, rugs, and various furnishing accessories. Calligaris combines innovative design with quality craftsmanship, utilizing materials such as wood, metal, and plastic. The collaboration of skilled designers, architects, and artisans allows the company to create elegant and modern furniture that balances aesthetics with functionality, enabling customers to design unique and artistic living spaces.

IPCOM

Acquisition in 2017
IPCOM is a distributor and converter of insulation materials, specializing in thermal and high-temperature insulation, passive fire protection, and acoustic insulation. Headquartered in Merelbeke, Belgium, the company serves various industries, including construction, shipbuilding, automotive, and healthcare. IPCOM's product offerings encompass building insulation materials like XPS, EPS, and glass wool, alongside technical insulation solutions such as mineral wool pipe sections and ceramic wool. The company also provides passive fire protection products, including sealing systems and fire-resistant structures, as well as acoustic insulation for noise control. Established in 2010, IPCOM is committed to delivering energy-efficient solutions that enhance safety and sustainability across its diverse clientele.

Europart

Acquisition in 2017
Founded in 1949, Europart is a trading company specializing in after-market spare parts and accessories for commercial vehicles. It serves workshops, forwarding agents, and fleet operators with a wide range of products for daily operations.

Mios Elettronica

Acquisition in 2016
MIOS Elettronica is a company which deals in the conception, design, development and manufacture of electronic devices and software for high-tech industries. It operates in sectors which have to observe specific reference regulations. MIOS Elettronica operates in the railway sector and has also interest in the automation and Large Industrial Plants control fields.

Feu Vert

Acquisition in 2016
Feu Vert SAS is a French company specializing in vehicle servicing and maintenance. It provides a comprehensive range of automotive services for small commercial vehicles, cars, and two-wheelers. The company focuses on various aspects of vehicle care, including all types of repairs, distribution of spare parts and accessories for cars and bikes, as well as tires and lubricants. By offering these services, Feu Vert aims to help vehicle owners maintain their vehicles in optimal condition.

Optima Italia

Private Equity Round in 2015
Optima Italia S.p.A., founded in 1999 and headquartered in Naples, Italy, specializes in providing consulting services aimed at optimizing telephone, electricity, and gas bills for its clients. The company operates as an energy and telecommunications provider, offering integrated services to both businesses and individuals across Italy. Optima Italia focuses on delivering these essential utilities at a reduced fixed cost, ensuring efficient and cost-effective solutions for its diverse client base.

Pavan Group

Acquisition in 2015
Pavan Srl is a privately held company that specializes in manufacturing machinery for the food production industry. The company provides a comprehensive service that encompasses research and development, project design for manufacturing plants, and after-sales training and support. Pavan Srl offers a range of equipment, including long-cut pasta machinery, spaghetti lines, and production systems for macaroni and couscous. Additionally, the company supplies extrusion and milling equipment used for processing various types of fresh and dried pasta, as well as pelleted snack products and breakfast cereals. As of late 2017, Pavan Srl operates as a subsidiary of GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft.

Remazel Engineering

Acquisition in 2014
Remazel Engineering specializes in the design and manufacture of specialized equipment for the offshore oil and gas, power generation, and railway industries. The company produces a range of products, including deck equipment, burners, onboard devices, mooring systems, and pipe-laying systems tailored for floating production units and heavy-lift vessels. By providing durable solutions, Remazel Engineering aims to enhance production efficiency and minimize operating costs for its clients in these sectors.

Hans Anders

Venture Round in 2014
Hans Anders is a leading optical and hearing device retailer in the Netherlands, Belgium, France, and Sweden. With a network of 430 stores, the group focuses on providing affordable eyewear and hearing solutions. Hans Anders has established itself as the number one optical and number three hearing device retailer in the Netherlands, number two in Belgium, and number four in Sweden after acquiring Direkt Optik in 2013. Since entering the French market in 2006, the company has experienced rapid growth and is recognized as one of the fastest-growing chains in the industry.

Metallo-Chimique NV

Acquisition in 2013
Metallo-Chimique N.V. provides non-ferrous multi-metal recycling and refining services. The company offers smelting, converting, distillation, and electrolysis services. It produces metals, such as copper, tin, lead, nickel, tankhouse slimes, zinc oxide, and metamix.

Ecs Group

Acquisition in 2013
ECS Group SA is a global provider of air cargo handling services, catering to airlines both in France and internationally. Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Roissy-en-France, the company operates through various subsidiaries and has established offices in several countries, including India, Hong Kong, Vietnam, and multiple locations across Europe. ECS Group specializes in air freight operations, offering services such as cargo handling, loading, ground transport, data processing, and administrative support. Additionally, it provides general cargo sales agency services and aircraft chartering, enabling clients to effectively market and manage their cargo capacities. As a comprehensive General Sales and Service Agent (GSSA), ECS Group aims to streamline logistics for its airline partners.

Vertbaudet

Acquisition in 2013
Vertbaudet is an online retailer specializing in children's fashion clothing, accessories, toys, and related essentials. The company focuses on creating stylish collections that offer great value for money, catering to parents' requirements and children's needs.

Cyrillus

Acquisition in 2013
Cyrillus is a Paris-based retailer specializing in a diverse range of clothing and accessories for men, women, and children. The company designs and sells children's wear, as well as a variety of apparel including jackets, sweaters, and footwear. In addition to clothing, Cyrillus offers an assortment of accessories for both genders and provides home decor items such as bedspreads, cushions, lighting, curtains, and storage solutions. Through its multi-channel approach, Cyrillus caters to a broad audience, ensuring a comprehensive selection of stylish and functional products for families and their homes.

Savio

Acquisition in 2011
Savio is a company that specializes in industrial automation, focusing on the design, manufacture, and supply of machinery for the textile industry. It offers a range of products, including winding, twisting, and rotor spinning machines, as well as quality control devices and electronic boards. Through its innovative solutions, Savio aims to enhance efficiency and productivity in textile manufacturing processes.

Francoise Saget

Acquisition in 2010
Francoise Saget is retails home furnishings and accessories online. The company retails household linens, furniture, beds, and bath and kitchen accessories.

Babilou

Private Equity Round in 2008
Babilou is a company that owns and operates a network of childcare and child-minding facilities, primarily in France. Founded in March 2003 by Rodolphe and Edouard Carle, the company is headquartered in Courbevoie. Babilou provides a range of services, including the conception and management of nurseries, support for companies on parenthood-related issues, and the establishment of nursery networks conveniently located near homes and workplaces. Its childcare platform offers services that cater to corporate clients and municipalities, ensuring that employee-parents have access to quality educational standards for their children at various stages of parenthood. Through its extensive network, Babilou aims to deliver reliable and high-quality childcare solutions to families.

Frial

Acquisition in 2008
Frial is a manufacturer specializing in premium frozen food products. It offers a range of formats including IQF, IVP, IWP, and skin pack, along with integrated packaging services for customized designs.

Rhiag

Acquisition in 2007
Rhiag is a prominent international company and a leading player in the Italian market for distributing spare parts for cars, commercial, and industrial vehicles. With over 50 years of experience, Rhiag has established itself as a reliable provider of top-quality services to its customers. The company has successfully built a strong distribution network that is well-recognized throughout Europe, operating on an international scale.

Uster Technologies

Acquisition in 2006
Uster Technologies AG is a leading manufacturer of high-technology instruments focused on quality measurement and certification for the textile industry. Based in Uster, Switzerland, the company provides a comprehensive range of testing and monitoring instruments, systems, and services that facilitate optimization and certification of quality throughout various stages of textile production. Its product lineup includes systems for ginning and cotton classing, as well as advanced solutions for fiber testing, staple and filament yarn testing, and fabric inspection. By offering these tools, Uster Technologies supports the textile sector in achieving and maintaining high standards of quality control in both raw materials and finished products.

Mecatherm

Acquisition in 2006
Mecatherm S.A. specializes in designing, manufacturing, and installing automated equipment and production lines tailored for industrial bakeries and pastry-making operations. The company's extensive product range includes make-up lines, proofers, ovens, coolers, and freezers, along with handling systems and volumetric dividers. These products facilitate the processing and production of various baked goods and pastry items, such as breads, cakes, muffins, and pastries. In addition to equipment, Mecatherm provides after-sales support, training, financing, and consulting services to its global clientele. Founded in 1964 and headquartered in Barembach, France, the company has a significant presence across multiple regions, including North America, Latin America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Africa, and the Middle East.

Comptoir des Cotonniers

Acquisition in 2004
Comptoir des Cotonniers operates as a women’s ready-to-wear store chain. Comptoir des Cotonniers draws its inspiration from these core values. By observing and listening to these multi-faceted women, it creates collections that match their tastes and individual style.

Stokomani

Acquisition in 2003
Stokomani is a French retailer that operates a network of discount retail stores, specializing in the clearance of brand-name products. Founded in 1962 and based in Creil, France, the company provides a wide range of offerings, including clothing for men, women, and children, as well as household and personal equipment, beauty products, and food items. With a product range of approximately 15,000 to 20,000 items, Stokomani focuses on delivering attractive prices to customers by selling end-of-series goods from various sectors, including fashion, homeware, and recreation.

Paciolan

Private Equity Round in 2000
Paciolan, founded in 1980, specializes in providing automated ticketing solutions for sports and entertainment venues. The company offers a comprehensive suite of services that includes ticketing, fundraising, marketing, and analytics, enabling venues to enhance their customer relationships and optimize revenue potential. Paciolan's platform facilitates online and mobile ticket purchases, while also integrating in-event engagement tools and social media technologies to foster user interaction and re-engagement. With over three decades of experience, Paciolan positions itself as a technology leader in the ticketing industry, dedicated to helping venues fill empty seats and connect more intimately with their customers.
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