Recochem
Acquisition in 2023
Recochem is a prominent Canadian manufacturer and distributor specializing in aftermarket transportation and household fluids, serving individual, commercial, and industrial clients. With over 60 years of experience, the company is recognized for its innovative and socially responsible business practices. Recochem's product range includes coolants, windshield washes, fuel additives, cooking fuels, and heat transfer fluids, all produced through environmentally friendly processes. The company operates consumer and industrial divisions across the Americas, Australia, Europe, and the Asia-Pacific region, leveraging a global distribution and production network to provide efficient and cost-effective solutions. Its commitment to quality and customer service has established long-standing relationships with suppliers and earned multiple vendor appreciation awards.
Kerridge Commercial Systems
Acquisition in 2023
Kerridge Commercial Systems Limited is a specialist software and services provider that delivers integrated trading and business management solutions tailored for the distributive trade sector, including wholesalers, distributors, and retailers. Founded in 1976 and headquartered in Hungerford, United Kingdom, the company offers a comprehensive suite of software solutions centered around its K8 business management system. This includes modules for sales order processing, purchase order control, stock control, finance accounting, customer relationship management, and e-commerce, among others. Kerridge's strong focus on research and development ensures innovative solutions for its diverse clientele, which ranges from small traders to multinational enterprises. The company is recognized as an Oracle Gold Partner and Microsoft Partner, serving over 700 customers across more than 5,000 locations in Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Australasia. With additional offices in Ireland, the Netherlands, South Africa, and the United States, Kerridge Commercial Systems employs over 300 people dedicated to supporting its clients' operational needs.
Natra, S.A. is a Spanish multinational company specializing in the production and distribution of chocolate and cocoa products primarily for private label brands and food companies across Europe, North America, and Asia. Founded in 1950 and headquartered in Madrid, Natra operates through two main divisions: Consumer Goods and Industrial. The Consumer Goods division manufactures a variety of chocolate products, including tablets, countlines, spreads, and Belgian chocolates, focusing on key markets such as Germany, France, Belgium, the Netherlands, Spain, and the United Kingdom. The Industrial division supplies cocoa-derived ingredients, including cocoa mass, butter, powder, and chocolate coatings, to the global food industry. Natra is committed to expanding its market presence, with an emphasis on North America and China, and operates six specialized production centers in Spain, Belgium, France, and Canada. Additionally, the company holds a controlling stake in Natraceutical, which focuses on natural nutritional supplements in Europe.
Second Nature Brands
Acquisition in 2022
Second Nature Brands is a producer of healthier snacks and treats, focusing on enhancing the lives of consumers through natural options. The company prioritizes product development, ingredient quality, and innovative business practices to create premium snacks and better-for-you alternatives. Its portfolio includes well-known brands such as Kar’s Nuts®, Second Nature Snacks®, and Sanders Chocolates®, with products that range from trail mixes and nut snacks to chocolate confections. These offerings are crafted without preservatives, artificial ingredients, or additives to promote healthier eating habits. Recognized as one of the top providers in the market, Second Nature Brands has developed a strong distribution network across the United States, complemented by a growing direct-to-consumer eCommerce presence.
Rodericks Dental Partners
Acquisition in 2022
Rodericks Dental is a dental service provider based in Northampton, United Kingdom, offering a range of comprehensive dental care options. The company provides both NHS treatments and private dental services, ensuring patients have access to quality care tailored to their needs. Their offerings include general dental treatments, oral health advice, and advanced dental procedures. Rodericks is committed to delivering high standards of dentistry, with a team of carefully selected professionals who are mentored and supervised to meet patient expectations consistently across their practices throughout the UK.
Inspired Pet Nutrition
Acquisition in 2020
Inspired Pet Nutrition is an award-winning pet food manufacturer focused on producing high-quality pet food products that promote the health and well-being of animals. The company offers a full range of pet food designed to support healthy teeth and bones, shiny coats, supple skin, and a healthy gut. By collaborating closely with farmers, suppliers, customers, nutritionists, and veterinarians, Inspired Pet Nutrition ensures that its products are rich in essential vitamins, minerals, and nutrients. The use of carefully selected wholesome ingredients allows pet owners to provide their pets with nourishment that contributes to their overall fitness and happiness.
Datasite
Acquisition in 2020
Datasite is a developer of a SaaS-based platform designed to facilitate mergers and acquisitions (M&A) transactions. The company focuses on empowering the dealmaking community by providing tools that streamline various aspects of the M&A process, including outreach, due diligence, fundraising, and restructuring. By offering a comprehensive solution that enhances efficiency, Datasite enables clients to manage the due diligence cycle effectively and optimize their resources. This commitment to improving the dealmaking experience allows teams to concentrate on securing their next deal with greater speed and effectiveness.
NextPharma
Acquisition in 2017
NextPharma is a pharmaceutical contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) that caters to small to mid-sized specialty pharmaceutical companies globally. The company offers a comprehensive range of services throughout the pharmaceutical supply chain, including pharmaceutical development, clinical trial services, commercial manufacturing, and packaging. It specializes in producing various dosage forms such as solids (tablets, capsules, and powders), liquids (suspensions, syrups, and solutions), and semi-solids (creams, gels, and ointments). Additionally, NextPharma has specialized containment areas for handling hormones, narcotic substances, and certain antibiotics. Through its extensive capabilities, NextPharma supports clients in meeting their diverse pharmaceutical needs.
Curium Pharma
Acquisition in 2017
Curium Pharma is a leading provider of nuclear medicine solutions with over 100 years of industry experience. The company focuses on developing and manufacturing radiopharmaceutical products designed to improve the lives of individuals diagnosed with cancer. Curium specializes in the production and supply of radioactive tracers used in nuclear medicine, which assist healthcare professionals in accurately diagnosing and treating various conditions, including cancer, heart disease, and neurological disorders. By offering effective treatment options and fostering proven patient outcomes, Curium Pharma plays a significant role in enhancing patient care in the field of nuclear medicine.
Karro Food Group
Acquisition in 2017
Karro Food Group, headquartered in Malton, North Yorkshire, is a prominent producer of a wide range of pork products, including bacon, gammon, fresh pork, frozen sausage, ham, and cooked meats. The company processes approximately 45,000 pigs weekly, supplying high-quality meat to retail, food service, and manufacturing customers throughout the UK. With operations across various locations in England, Scotland, and Northern Ireland, Karro ensures full supply chain visibility for its products, which are available in major supermarkets and wholesale food suppliers. Employing around 3,000 individuals, Karro Food Group plays a significant role in the UK meat industry, providing pork consumed by millions of consumers annually.
IBA Molecular
Acquisition in 2015
IBA Molecular is a prominent developer, manufacturer, and distributor of radiopharmaceutical products and services utilized in molecular imaging, with operations spanning Europe and Asia. The company boasts a distinct product portfolio and a pipeline of diagnostic and therapeutic tracers that support the global shift towards personalized medicine, positioning molecular imaging and therapy as vital components of modern healthcare. In addition to its product offerings, IBA Molecular provides educational, technical, and marketing assistance to medical specialists worldwide, enhancing their ability to address patient needs effectively. The company is jointly owned by SK Capital Partners and Ion Beam Applications S.A.
Scandza AS
Acquisition in 2013
Scandza AS is a Norwegian company founded in 2007, based in Oslo, that specializes in the production of snacks, chilled foods, and baked goods. The company's diverse product range includes chips, cakes, biscuits, meat, sausages, and dairy products. Scandza is known for its brands such as Sorlandschips, a potato chip producer in Norway, Synnove Finden, which focuses on dairy products, and Bisca, a Danish brand known for its biscuits and cakes. Through its various brands, Scandza aims to deliver quality food products to its consumers.
Scandi Standard
Acquisition in 2013
Scandi Standard is a leading food company specializing in the production and supply of chicken and chicken-based products across the Nordic region and Ireland. Established in 2013, the company consolidated the largest poultry operations in the region, creating a market leader in the sector. Scandi Standard markets its products under several brand names, including Kronfågel, Danpo, Den Stolte Hane, Naapurin Maalaiskana, and Manor Farm. With operations in Sweden, Denmark, Norway, Finland, and Ireland, the company primarily generates its revenue from the Ready to Cook segment, with a significant portion coming from its home market of Sweden. Scandi Standard employs nearly 1,700 individuals and has an annual turnover of approximately SEK 5.2 billion, focusing on delivering high-quality chicken products to both domestic and export markets.
Cardinal Foods AS
Private Equity Round in 2013
Cardinal Foods AS processes, markets, and distributes white meat and eggs.
RenoNorden
Acquisition in 2011
RenoNorden is a private waste collection and transportation company providing services to over five million people.
UCC Coffee
Acquisition in 2008
UCC Coffee Benelux BV, originally established as Drie Mollen Holding in the Netherlands in 1818, is a prominent coffee company engaged in the marketing, production, and sales of coffee products across six European countries. Over the years, it has grown to become one of the largest coffee roasters in Europe, securing a leading position in the private label sector. The company has built a strong reputation for its quality and efficiency in the coffee market.
Mater Private hospital
Acquisition in 2007
Mater Private are proud to offer some of the most technologically advanced treatment options in the country and have pioneered many major developments in the delivery of healthcare in Ireland.Their team of over 300 leading consultants bring their patients from all over the country to their facilities with the highest confidence in the standard of care they can offer.
The Findus Group
Acquisition in 2006
Findus Group is a prominent player in the frozen food and seafood industry in Europe, comprising notable brands such as Findus, Young’s, and The Seafood Company. The group operates a leading frozen food business in the Nordics, where Findus is recognized for its premium offerings across various categories, including fish, vegetables, meals, and bakery products. In the United Kingdom, Young’s holds a significant market position in branded seafood and supplies a substantial portion of major retailers with private-label chilled seafood. Additionally, Findus Group is the market leader in frozen food in France and excels in frozen vegetables in Spain, showcasing its expansive reach and influence in the European frozen food sector.
TimeSpring Software
Series A in 2005
TimeSpring has developed a better way to protect data. With TimeSpring protecting your data is simple and automatic; data is always available and instantly recoverable. TimeSpring believes that businesses prefer to focus on their core expertise and their clients, not on the next backup. To accomplish this, TimeSpring gives computers an everlasting memory to ensure data is 100% available, infinitely preserved, and never overwritten.
VAASAN Group
Acquisition in 2004
Vaasan Oy, founded in 1849 and based in Helsinki, Finland, specializes in the production and distribution of a wide range of bakery products. The company operates primarily in Finland, Sweden, and the Baltic region, offering fresh bread, bake-off products, crispbread, and other baked goods. Vaasan Oy is recognized as the second largest manufacturer of bake-off products in the Nordic region and ranks as the world’s second largest producer of crispbread. Its notable brands include Vaasan Ruispalat, Vaasa Currants, and Vaasa Taika. As of June 2015, Vaasan Oy is a subsidiary of Lantmannen Unibake A/S, further enhancing its presence in the bakery market.
Young's Seafood
Acquisition in 2002
Young's Seafood Limited is a leading seafood manufacturer based in Grimsby, United Kingdom, with a history spanning over 200 years. The company specializes in producing a wide array of chilled and frozen fish products, including battered fillets, scampi, natural fish fillets, and smoked salmon, among others. Young's sources fish from over 30 species across five continents, serving major retailers, restaurants, and food service businesses in the UK. With an annual turnover of £600 million and a workforce of more than 3,000 employees, Young's Seafood Limited operates 12 manufacturing sites throughout the UK. The company is known for its popular Young’s brand, which includes household favorites such as Chip Shop and Gastro ranges, as well as retailer-branded seafood dishes. Young's aims to provide high-quality fish products while working closely with partners to meet the diverse needs of its customers.
Ubiquity Software
Venture Round in 2000
Ubiquity Software specializes in developing software applications that utilize Session Initiation Protocol (SIP) technology. The company provides a range of applications designed to enhance communication and multimedia experiences, including voice-over-IP telephony, audio and video conferencing, unified messaging, and push-to-talk services. Additionally, Ubiquity Software supports multimedia push services and applications for multiplayer online gaming, positioning itself as a versatile player in the software development industry focused on improving connectivity and interactivity across various platforms.
Punch Taverns
Private Equity Round in 1999
Punch Taverns, established in 1997, is a prominent operator of a nationwide portfolio of approximately 3,300 pubs across the UK. The company focuses on fostering successful businesses within the restaurant and bar industry by offering a diverse range of brands and services. Punch Taverns provides essential support to its partners, including expertise in marketing, legal, and financial matters, aimed at facilitating the growth and success of pub operations. This model allows enterprising individuals to partner with Punch and run their own pubs with a relatively low cost of entry, contributing to a dynamic and approachable pub business environment.