Trilantic Europe

Trilantic Europe, established in 2009, is a private equity firm headquartered in Luxembourg City, Luxembourg, with a significant presence in London, United Kingdom. The firm focuses on control and co-control investments in Western Europe, primarily targeting companies with an enterprise value ranging from EUR 100 million to EUR 1 billion. Trilantic Europe invests across various sectors, including consumer and leisure, energy transition, industrials, technology, media, and telecommunications (TMT), business services, and healthcare. The firm is known for its flexible transaction structures and strong heritage of partnering with family-owned businesses and providing growth capital to exceptional management teams. Trilantic Europe's investment strategy is informed by the extensive experience of its founding partners, who previously worked together at Lehman Brothers Merchant Banking.

Javier Banon

Founding Partner

Alexander Bark

Associate

Andy Barrett Ph.D

Operating Partner, Industrials and Energy

Anthony Bellau

Managing Director

Henrik Bodenstab

Partner

Fanni Chu

Associate

Lorenzo Cirio

Principal

Hadleigh Cohen

Senior Associate

Joe Cohen

Founding Partner

Luca Doswell

Associate

Oliver Dousset

Operating Partner

Luca Felisati

Principal

Alexis Fort

Associate

Francesco Furlani

Senior Associate

Víctor Garcia

Partner

Elias Laimböck

Associate

Ambrogio Lualdi

Operating Partner

Guillermo Martinez-Bernal

Operating Partner

Michele Mondini

Associate

Javier Olascoaga

Managing Partner

Giacomo Pignatti-Morano

Managing Director

Vittorio Pignatti-Morano

Founding Partner and Chairman

Yasir Piracha

Partner

Guillem Portella

Managing Director

Eugenio Preve

Partner

Francesca Scarlatti

Associate

Ermanno Sgaravato

Operating Partner

Paolo Simonato

Partner

Ian Smith

Operating Partner, Healthcare

Fernando Tome

COO, Partner and CFO

Coral Uguina

Associate

Frederic Vossen

Associate

Phil Wiese

Principal

34 past transactions

AXICOM HV

Acquisition in 2025
AXICOM HV provides chamber and support insulators, operating rods, dead tank breakers, air-insulated switchgear, fiber-reinforced insulating components, and other related products.

Diagram Group

Private Equity Round in 2024
Diagram is the provider of precision farming services, technology solutions, and professional software applications to the agricultural industry, which includes farmers, food processing industries, banks, insurance organizations, and public sector institutions.

AEROCOMPACT

Acquisition in 2024
Aerocompact, established in 2012 and headquartered in Satteins, Austria, specializes in the development, manufacturing, and distribution of photovoltaic (PV) racking solutions. The company's product range includes various mounting systems designed to withstand static requirements, wind, and snow loads. These include bracket-based flat roof systems, rail-based flat roof systems, standing seam kits, trapezoidal metal roof short rail systems, and sandwich metal roof series. Aerocompact also offers Aerotool, a proprietary digital platform that facilitates the planning of solar systems by considering all structural requirements.

Unirac

Private Equity Round in 2022
Unirac is a manufacturing company based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, that specializes in producing and installing photovoltaic (PV) mounting systems. Founded in 1998, the company focuses on designing and developing solar racking products that cater to residential, commercial, and utility markets. Unirac's product offerings include various mounting solutions such as SUNFRAME, a shared rail system designed for gap-free rows, as well as roof mounts, large arrays, and ground fixed tilts. The company emphasizes competitive pricing, responsive customer support, integrated technology solutions, and engineering services to meet the needs of its customers. Unirac serves a diverse clientele, including homeowners and commercial entities, through a network of stocking distributors across North America and internationally.

Passione Unghie

Acquisition in 2022
Passione Unghie is an online store that offers beauty products, clothes, disinfectants and liquids, brushes, maps, and decoration items.

Ion Solar

Private Equity Round in 2022
ION Solar is a premium, full-service solar provider. ION's in-house professionals handle the solar process from start to finish giving homeowners a carefree switch to solar. A premium experience shouldn't have to cost more. Pay nothing out of pocket and pay less for power with ION Solar.

Denver Bikes

Acquisition in 2021
Denver Bikes is a manufacturer and retailer of bicycles and e-bikes based in Cuneo, Italy. The company specializes in producing a diverse range of electric bicycles, catering to various consumer needs with offerings that include city cruisers, mountain bikes, leisure bikes, and children's bikes. Denver Bikes focuses on providing quality and innovative designs to retailers and wholesalers, establishing a strong presence in the cycling market.

Smile Eyes Group

Private Equity Round in 2021
Smile Eyes Group specializes in the ophthalmology sector, providing comprehensive eye care services. The company focuses on treating ametropia and offers advanced laser and lens surgery for various eye conditions, including cataracts, retinal diseases, and glaucoma. Additionally, Smile Eyes Group provides aesthetic corrections, ensuring that patients receive safe and reliable treatments tailored to their vision care needs. Through its commitment to high-quality examination and treatment methods, the company aims to enhance the overall eye health and visual well-being of its patients.

James Grant Group

Acquisition in 2018
James Grant is provider of management and professional services to TV & Social, Music, Literary and Sport clients, headquartered in London. Established over 25 years ago, James Grant offers a comprehensive range of services to its clients, who are some of the leading individuals in the broadcast, music, literary, social and sports sectors. The Group provides bespoke advice on a complete range of areas from career management and planning through to royalty payments and accounts preparation. The Group’s finance business arranges funding to production companies and sports institutions, whilst the brand divisions ensure the Group delivers a rounded approach in all aspects of client management. James Grant operates mainly in the UK, with the leading US soccer management company based in Washington DC.

Sunbelt Transformer

Acquisition in 2018
Sunbelt Transformer, Ltd. is a prominent provider of new and reconditioned electrical power and distribution equipment, catering to commercial and industrial markets globally. Founded in 1981 and headquartered in Temple, Texas, the company specializes in a wide range of products, including padmount, substation, dry-type, and polemount transformers, as well as switchgear, circuit breakers, and various electrical components. Additionally, Sunbelt offers rental equipment, package solutions for sale or rent, and a suite of services such as repair, testing, and field support. With a strong presence across multiple locations in the United States, Sunbelt Transformer has established itself as a leader in delivering rapid and customized electrical equipment solutions, supported by a dedicated workforce and advanced technology. The company operates as a subsidiary of Solomon Corporation.

OrthoLite

Acquisition in 2017
OrthoLite, headquartered in Amherst, Massachusetts, is the leading supplier of open-cell foam technology utilized in more than 400 million pairs of footwear annually, including athletic, casual, dress, work, and outdoor shoes. The company's proprietary foam, made from a blend of polyurethane and recycled rubber, provides exceptional cushioning, comfort, performance, and breathability, making it a preferred choice for over 250 prominent footwear brands such as Nike, Adidas, and Timberland. In addition to insoles and linings for shoes, OrthoLite's innovative technology is also applied in various products, including clothing, sporting equipment, backpacks, and furniture. As a global entity, OrthoLite operates sales offices in the United States, Vietnam, Asia, and Europe, alongside manufacturing facilities located in China, Vietnam, Indonesia, and Korea.

Pacha Group

Private Equity Round in 2017
Pacha Group, headquartered in Ibiza, is a prominent player in the leisure, restaurant, and hotel industry. It operates a chain of entertainment facilities, including nightclubs, hotels, restaurants, event organizers, franchises, and music production establishments. The company is renowned for its unique blend of heritage, music, and glamour, providing diverse social and entertainment experiences. With approximately 1,200 employees during peak season, Pacha Group is a significant employer in the Mediterranean region, operating through five business lines.

United Subcontractors - USI

Acquisition in 2017
United Subcontractors, Inc. (USI) is a company that offers installation, construction, and distribution services to residential and commercial construction markets across the United States. With a national presence spanning 43 locations and a team of over 1,800 employees, USI serves customers in 13 states. Specializing in subcontracting services, USI provides a wide range of solutions to meet the needs of its clients in the construction industry, ensuring quality and efficiency in every project they undertake.

Indigo Natural Resources

Private Equity Round in 2016
Indigo Natural Resources is a Houston-based company engaged in the exploration and production of oil. Founded in 2015, it operates through a dual strategy of aggregating mineral interests and acquiring and developing operated working interest production. The company manages over 600,000 acres of mineral rights across 15 states, with a significant concentration along the Gulf Coast in Louisiana, Alabama, and Mississippi. Indigo Natural Resources oversees production from more than 600 wells, positioning itself as a notable player in the oil industry.

Fondazione Salvatore Maugeri

Private Equity Round in 2016
Fondazione Salvatore Maugeri is a healthcare organization that specializes in diagnostic and therapeutic services for non-acute conditions, rehabilitation, workplace medicine, and chronic diseases. The foundation emphasizes the development of new care models and raises awareness about clinical frailty. It actively engages in scientific research and collaborates with clinicians, healthcare professionals, institutions, and patient associations to promote effective care strategies for individuals facing health challenges. Through these initiatives, Fondazione Salvatore Maugeri aims to enhance the quality of care and improve outcomes for patients in fragile health conditions.

LodgIQ

Venture Round in 2016
LodgIQ is a company focused on revolutionizing hotel revenue management through an advanced revenue optimization platform. Founded by a team of experts in hospitality technology and data science, LodgIQ aims to enhance decision-making for hoteliers by simplifying tasks and providing intelligent insights. Its platform integrates machine learning to analyze market variables and optimize forecasts and room rates based on current supply and demand. By delivering powerful analytics and market intelligence, LodgIQ helps hoteliers uncover revenue potentials and make informed business decisions, transforming the traditional approach to revenue management in the hospitality industry.

Doppel Farmeceutici

Acquisition in 2015
Doppel operates as a contract development and manufacturing organisation, conducting pharmaceutical research, development, formulation, manufacturing and packaging work for third parties.

PRETTL group

Private Equity Round in 2015
PRETTL Group is a global company headquartered in Pfullingen, Germany, specializing in the production of sensor wire harness solutions for the automotive industry. With approximately 5,800 employees across 15 locations in 12 countries, PRETTL Group serves a diverse customer base, primarily consisting of Tier 1 automotive suppliers. Their sensor wire harnesses are engineered for high quality and are utilized in various automotive applications, including exhaust systems, steering systems, ABS systems, and airbags. Additionally, PRETTL Group operates in sectors such as appliance solutions and energy services, showcasing its commitment to innovation and quality across multiple industries.

Velvet Energy

Private Equity Round in 2015
Velvet Energy is a privately-held crude oil & natural gas exploration and production company. The Company explores for, develops, acquires and produces crude oil and natural gas in Western Canada. Headquartered in Calgary, Velvet has current production of approximately 14,000 boe per day and a focused land position consisting of 412,000 net acres in West-Central Alberta. From start-up in 2011, Velvet has successfully pursued a counter-cyclical business plan with a primary emphasis towards liquids-rich natural gas and has established a self-funded organic growth plan to over 20,000 boe per day over the next two to three years.

Fluid Delivery Solutions

Acquisition in 2014
Fluid Delivery Solutions is an oil and gas service company based in Fort Worth, Texas, specializing in water management services for the energy industry. Established in 2011, the company provides a range of services, including water sourcing, exploration, freshwater transfer, storage, and treatment. With a workforce of over 200 employees, Fluid Delivery Solutions focuses on delivering high-quality water transfer and location containment services, primarily in major unconventional shale plays across the U.S. The company's growth is attributed to its commitment to hiring and retaining experienced personnel, enabling it to offer cost-effective solutions tailored to its clients' needs.

Betty Blue

Private Equity Round in 2013
Betty Blue S.p.A is an Italian company based in Granarolo dell'Emilia, founded in 1998. It specializes in the luxury premium fashion and accessories market, manufacturing a range of products including apparel, bags, shoes, jewelry, and accessories. The company markets its offerings under the brand names Elisabetta Franchi and Betty Blue. In addition to its retail operations, which include both digital and physical stores, Betty Blue also publishes an online magazine to engage with its audience.

Traeger Pellet Grills

Private Equity Round in 2013
Traeger Pellet Grills, LLC specializes in the manufacture of wood pellet grills designed for outdoor cooking. Established in 1985 and based in Salt Lake City, Utah, the company provides a diverse range of grilling products, including grills, wood pellets, sauces, spices, and various accessories such as grill covers and pads. In addition to these offerings, Traeger produces essential components like digital controllers, thermostats, and replacement parts to enhance grilling performance. The company’s products enable users to grill, smoke, bake, roast, braise, and barbecue, catering to a wide array of cooking preferences. Traeger markets its products online and through a network of dealers in the United States, along with distributors in Australia, Canada, and New Zealand, with a significant portion of its revenue generated from North America.

Composite Software

Series D in 2012
Composite Software LLC specializes in developing data virtualization software solutions for organizations globally, with a focus on enhancing data integration and analytics capabilities. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, the company offers a comprehensive Data Virtualization Platform that integrates data from diverse sources, enabling organizations to gain insights and meet their analytics and business intelligence needs. Its Information Server facilitates the querying, federating, and delivery of data on demand, while CIS Adapters streamline access to various data sources such as enterprise applications and big data stores. Additionally, Composite Software provides a range of agile analytics and business intelligence solutions, data integration services, and tailored business solutions across multiple industries, including financial services, healthcare, retail, and energy. In 2017, Composite Software became a subsidiary of TIBCO Software Inc., further expanding its capabilities in the data integration market.

Talgo

Private Equity Round in 2012
Talgo, S.A. is a prominent Spanish company specializing in the design, manufacture, sale, and maintenance of rolling stock for railway passenger transport, with a particular emphasis on high-speed and intercity trains. Founded in 1942 and headquartered in Madrid, the company has established a strong international presence, operating in markets such as the United States, Russia, Germany, Kazakhstan, and Uzbekistan. Talgo offers a diverse range of products, including locomotives, maintenance equipment, and refurbishment services for rolling stock. The company's commitment to innovation and growth is reflected in its focus on developing high-speed trains and expanding its range of interurban train offerings, as well as enhancing its production capacity to meet global demand.

Euskaltel

Acquisition in 2012
Euskaltel is a Spanish telecommunications company based in Derio, Spain, founded in 1995. It provides a range of services including fixed-line and mobile telecommunication services, broadband access, and pay television through its fiber optic network and virtual mobile operator agreements. The company serves residential customers with these services, often bundled together. Additionally, Euskaltel offers tailored solutions to small businesses, large enterprises, financial institutions, healthcare providers, and public entities. It also provides communication services to other operators in the telecommunications sector, including line access, voice and data services, and infrastructure leasing. The company operates in a market serving approximately 6 million people across northern Spain.

Euskaltel

Private Equity Round in 2012
Euskaltel is a Spanish telecommunications company based in Derio, Spain, founded in 1995. It provides a range of services including fixed-line and mobile telecommunication services, broadband access, and pay television through its fiber optic network and virtual mobile operator agreements. The company serves residential customers with these services, often bundled together. Additionally, Euskaltel offers tailored solutions to small businesses, large enterprises, financial institutions, healthcare providers, and public entities. It also provides communication services to other operators in the telecommunications sector, including line access, voice and data services, and infrastructure leasing. The company operates in a market serving approximately 6 million people across northern Spain.

Nixon

Private Equity Round in 2012
Nixon Inc. is a manufacturer and retailer of apparel, watches, bags, audio products, and accessories, catering to both men and women. Established in 1997 and headquartered in Encinitas, California, the company has expanded its operations globally, with additional offices in Europe, Australia, and Asia. Specializing in the action sports category, Nixon initially focused on a small line of custom-designed watches, which it sold exclusively through specialty retail outlets. Over the years, the product range has diversified to include soft goods, leather goods, and custom audio products. Nixon currently supplies its offerings to more than 70 countries, serving a broad clientele that includes athletes, musicians, and fashion-conscious consumers. The company's commitment to high-performance, customized products reflects the lifestyles and personalities of its customers, making Nixon a prominent brand in both the action sports and casual watch markets.

Implus

Acquisition in 2011
Implus Corporation, founded in 1988 and headquartered in Durham, North Carolina, specializes in designing and distributing footwear accessories and fitness products. The company offers a diverse range of items, including insoles, shoe care products, performance socks, and home fitness and wellness solutions. Implus operates multiple locations globally, including in Canada, France, South Africa, Hong Kong, and Australia, and serves retail partners across North America and internationally. With a portfolio of over a dozen brands, such as Airplus®, Sof Sole®, and Yaktrax®, Implus provides retailers with a comprehensive "One Stop Shop" program that streamlines the procurement of accessories, enhancing efficiency and reducing costs. The company’s significant logistics and distribution capabilities, including a large domestic warehouse, enable prompt order fulfillment, catering to the impulse buying nature of its products while supporting consumers in maintaining active and healthy lifestyles.

Velvet Energy

Venture Round in 2011
Velvet Energy is a privately-held crude oil & natural gas exploration and production company. The Company explores for, develops, acquires and produces crude oil and natural gas in Western Canada. Headquartered in Calgary, Velvet has current production of approximately 14,000 boe per day and a focused land position consisting of 412,000 net acres in West-Central Alberta. From start-up in 2011, Velvet has successfully pursued a counter-cyclical business plan with a primary emphasis towards liquids-rich natural gas and has established a self-funded organic growth plan to over 20,000 boe per day over the next two to three years.

Gamenet

Acquisition in 2011
Gamenet Group S.p.A. is a prominent player in the gaming and betting industry in Italy, established in 2006 and headquartered in Rome. The company operates through five main segments: Retail Betting, Online Gaming, Amusement With Prize (AWP), Video Lottery Terminal (VLT), and Retail & Street Operations. Gamenet's offerings include a variety of betting options and online games such as poker, casino games, bingo, and horse racing. The company has developed an extensive distribution network, which includes numerous betting rights, VLT licenses, AWP operating permits, and gaming halls, with a portion being directly managed by Gamenet. The firm is particularly noted for its involvement in the slot machine and video lottery sectors.

Fortitech

Private Equity Round in 2010
Fortitech, Inc. specializes in the development and manufacture of custom nutrient premixes tailored for the food, beverage, and pharmaceutical industries. The company provides a diverse range of functional ingredients, including vitamins, minerals, nucleotides, amino acids, herb extracts, nutraceuticals, flavors, seasonings, colors, caffeine, proteins, sweeteners, carbohydrates, and enzymes. Fortitech serves various sectors, including food and beverage, infant nutrition, and dietary supplements, offering blends that meet specific nutritional needs and enhance product formulations.

VantaCore Partners

Private Equity Round in 2010
VantaCore Partners LP is a private company that supplies a variety of construction aggregates, including graded limestone, washed sand, gravel, and asphalt. Its products serve infrastructure, energy, commercial, and residential markets across several states, including Pennsylvania, Ohio, West Virginia, Maryland, Kentucky, Tennessee, Mississippi, and Louisiana. The company offers an extensive range of aggregates such as graded stone, rip rap, base stone, and various types of sand and gravel. Additionally, VantaCore produces asphalt mixes suitable for applications from driveways to major highways. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Houston, Texas, VantaCore operates multiple surface and underground facilities, including a limestone quarry and asphalt operation in Tennessee, a limestone quarry in Kentucky, and a sand and gravel business in Louisiana. The company aims to expand its national presence through strategic acquisitions, providing independent quarry operators with opportunities to monetize their businesses while preserving their local identity and management.

Enduring Resources

Private Equity Round in 2009
Enduring Resources, LLC is an independent oil and gas company based in Centennial, Colorado, specializing in the acquisition and exploitation of long-lived natural gas assets within domestic onshore basins. Founded in 2004, the company has established a significant presence in key areas, including the Uinta Basin and East Texas. Enduring Resources is focused on developing its reserve bases, which include a multi-year drilling inventory, to enhance its production capabilities and contribute to the domestic energy sector.

AOptix

Venture Round in 2008
AOptix Technologies, Inc. specializes in free space optical communications and iris biometric identification solutions for both government and commercial sectors. The company develops advanced biometric iris recognition systems and high-capacity laser communication technologies. AOptix's products serve a variety of applications, including border security, national ID initiatives, aviation security, access control, and law enforcement. Additionally, its technologies are utilized in defense operations, providing network-centric capabilities for ground and air nodes. In the commercial realm, AOptix offers solutions for outdoor sporting events, wireless ad-hoc networks, and the transmission of uncompressed HD video, ensuring reliable bandwidth and carrier-grade availability across diverse telecommunications needs.
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