CoBe Capital, a global private investment firm with a permanent capital base, specializes in the acquisition and operation of non-core and underperforming business units in the Americas and Europe from leading global corporations. Firm Profile: • Established by Neal Cohen in 1994 • Private global investment firm with permanent capital • Focus on acquisition and operation of non-core corporate divestitures • Acquisition strategy is agnostic to industry sector • Owns and operates a diversified portfolio of companies in North American and Europe • Offices in New York City, Paris and Cologne • Strong track record of successful turnarounds Portfolio Companies: • Bourrelier Éducation (France) - acquired from Lagardére Group's (Euronext: MMB) Hachette Livre • Bus Part Warehouse (USA) - acquired from HSBC Holdings plc (LON: HSBA) • Sendori (USA) - acquired from IAC/InterActiveCorp (NASDAQ: IACI) • Stark Manufacturing (USA) - acquired from Dover Industries (NYSE: DOV) • Warendorfer Küchen GmbH (Germany) - agreement signed with AFG Arbonia-Forster-Holding AG (SIX: AFGN) Acquisition Profile: • Divestiture by a leading global corporation • Sales decision based on the strategic decision that the business is non-core • Revenue of $500 million or less • Primary operations in the Americas or Europe • Excess cost, capacity or underperformance • Opportunity to add value
Sandvik is a high-technology, engineering group with advanced products and a world-leading positions within selected areas. Worldwide business activities are conducted through representation in more than 130 countries. In 2012 the Group had about 49,000 employees with annual sales of approximately 99,000 MSEK.
Techco Security specializes in security and fire consultancy, monitoring, maintenance, and installation services within the Spanish market. With decades of experience, it stands out as a leading provider of electronic commercial security systems, particularly in the banking sector. The company also offers trusted security solutions to various industries, including industrial, retail, gas, and small businesses. Techco Security operates from over 35 locations and employs nearly 700 individuals, ensuring comprehensive support and expertise for its diverse clientele.
Hatria S.r.l. manufactures ceramic sanitary ware for the contemporary bathroom. The company offers accessories, cabinet-worktop washbasins, countertop washbasins, floor standing WCs, floor-standing bidets, half build in washbasins, pedestal washbasins, semi pedestal washbasins, shower trays, surface-mounted washbasins, urinals, vanity units, wall hung bidets, wall hung washbasins, wall hung WCs, and WC with cistern. It also provides bathroom furniture, shelves, accessories, and towel holders. The company was founded in 1994 and is based in Teramo, Italy.
Staples - Printing Systems Division
Acquisition in 2013
Staples - Printing Systems Division is a provider of printing solutions to commercial and industrial printers in Europe.
Printing Systems Group Holding B.V., founded in 1927 and headquartered in Almere, the Netherlands, specializes in providing a wide range of printing services and solutions to commercial and industrial printers across Europe. The company has established a strong presence in Western European markets, including the Benelux, Spain, Italy, and Greece. It offers an array of services, including equipment distribution, maintenance, workflow applications, digital services, and inkjet printing, catering to the evolving needs of the graphic arts industry. As an official business partner of Heidelberg since its inception, Printing Systems Group has maintained a commitment to quality and innovation in printing technology, ensuring it remains a key player in the sector.
Warendorfer Küchen GmbH designs and manufactures living room style kitchens for modern living. It offers a range of custom designed kitchens in various modules, materials, and colors configured with lighting, cooking, and washing up concepts. The company’s kitchens are installed in building developments, hotels, or apartment complexes. It serves customers through dealers and showrooms of sales partners in Germany and internationally. Warendorfer Küchen GmbH was founded in 1973 and is based in Warendorf, Germany.
Bourrelier Éducation
Acquisition in 2011
Bourrelier Éducation conceives and creates pedagogical materials designed for children in kindergartens and elementary schools. It offers over 10,000 products, including books, games, and other learning tools, which are distributed nationally through a direct sales network and via mail-order and e-commerce.
Sendori is creating compelling digital marketing solutions for our partners (advertisers and publishers) that help reduce cost, generate revenue and protect brand equity. Sendori has a diverse mix of high converting traffic, from our proprietary and 3rd party network sources. We also have patented one-click redirect technology and a powerful, proprietary ad serving platform to power digital advertising campaigns: to drive conversions and lower cost per acquisition.
Crelint
Acquisition in 2011
Crelint is a company that was acquired by CoBe Capital in 2011.
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