Motion Equity Partners

Motion Equity Partners S.A.S, based in Paris, France, is an independent private equity firm that specializes in mid-market buyouts, including management buyouts, growth investments, and public-to-private transactions. Founded in 2001, the firm focuses on various sectors such as consumer, industrial, business services, media, financial services, and healthcare. In the consumer sector, it targets leisure, retail, and food and drink businesses, while in industrials, it invests in building materials and manufacturing. The firm also seeks opportunities in financial services, business services, and healthcare. Motion Equity Partners typically invests between $22 million and $527 million in companies with enterprise values ranging from $55 million to $735 million and sales between $66 million and $992 million. The firm is known for backing management teams aiming for growth and has a strong track record in supporting international development strategies through both organic growth and mergers and acquisitions.

Virgilio Arria

Investment Manager

Anthony Baudoin

Partner

Alexandre Le Chevallier

Principal, Senior Investment ManagerHead of ESG

Chris Collins

Partner

Clément Courtier

Associate

Jean Ducroux

Partner

Patrick Eisenchteter

Co-Founder and Managing Partner

Thomas Rupert King

Partner

Pierre Lacroix

Analyst

Charlotte Meurisse

Analyst

Bethsabée Msika

Senior Associate

Cedric Rays

Co-Founder and Partner

Aurian de Villenfagne

Senior Associate

16 past transactions

Résilians

Acquisition in 2021
Provider of emergency assistance and renovation services on behalf of insurance companies after damage from water or fire mishaps for residential properties. The company specializes in offering a range of services including disaster recovery, woodworking, pressing, renovation and removal and reprocessing of asbestos fibers, thereby helping individuals, businesses and local authorities who are victims of a disaster.

HolwegWeber

Acquisition in 2018
Holweg S.A.S manufactures machines for the production of flat and satchel paper bags. The company offers machine for manufacturing of block bottom and rare bird paper products; and spare parts. It serves bakery, butcher, fast food, rotisserie, grocery, pharmacy, medical, gift/souvenir (pouches and rolls), etc. sectors. The company was founded in 1889 and is based in Molsheim, France.

EA Pharma

Acquisition in 2017
EA Pharma is a specialist pharmaceutical laboratory for oligotherapy and dietary supplements and a leader in sports nutrition.

Altaïr Group

Acquisition in 2016
Altair Group distributes cleaning and home care products. The company was founded in 1946 and is based in Wasquehal, France.

Omni-Pac

Acquisition in 2014
Omni-Pac is in the manufacturing and commercialization of molded fiber packaging products for the poultry (egg boxes), fruit and vegetables (trays), medical and agribusiness markets.

Cellulose de la Loire

Acquisition in 2014
Cellulose de la Loire provides moulded fibre packaging solutions. Specialised in the poultry sector. CDL has developed moulded cellulose packaging solutions optimised for the transport and presentation of eggs (trays, family packs, lids, egg cartons). CDL also proposes customised designs by including various selection criteria.

CDL Omni-Pac

Acquisition in 2014
CDL Omni-Pac develops packaging solutions suitable for food contact with fruits, vegetables and fresh products such as meat and fish.

Tokheim

Private Equity Round in 2012
Tokheim S.A.S. is a manufacturer and service provider of fueling solutions based in Paris, France, with operations extending internationally. The company specializes in designing and producing a comprehensive range of products, including fuel dispensers, alternative fuel dispensers, and retail automation systems. Tokheim's offerings encompass payment terminals, both indoor and outdoor, as well as security solutions such as closed-circuit television and vehicle identification systems. Additionally, it provides integrated management solutions, such as Tokheim Konnect, which allows remote management of fuel activities across multiple stations. The company supports its products with a variety of services, including maintenance, installation, project management, and environmental solutions. Tokheim serves its customers through a network of distributors and authorized service representatives, ensuring a wide reach within the retail fuel industry. Founded in 2003, Tokheim S.A.S. operates as a subsidiary of OPW Fueling Components, Inc., following its separation from Tokheim Corporation.

Arcaplanet

Acquisition in 2010
Arcaplanet is a prominent pet store chain in Italy, specializing in pet food and care products. The company operates a network of retail locations throughout the country, providing pet owners with a diverse selection of items, including pet food, accessories, and healthcare products. Arcaplanet aims to enhance the health and welfare of pets by offering a variety of products from its own brand as well as other well-known brands. This focus on nutrition and pet care helps to foster a closer relationship between pet owners and their animals.

FullSIX

Acquisition in 2008
FullSIX is a prominent relationship marketing agency in Europe, known for its innovative approach to marketing that emphasizes return on investment. The agency specializes in various aspects of marketing synchronization, including digital strategies, data management platforms, analytics, retail, search, advertising, and media. By leveraging advanced techniques and tools, FullSIX aims to enhance its clients' marketing effectiveness and drive meaningful engagement with their audiences.

Morrison Utility Services

Acquisition in 2008
Morrison Utility Services (“MUS” or “the company”), the leading provider of utility infrastructure services in the United Kingdom.

Gruppo Argenta

Acquisition in 2007
Gruppo Argenta S.P.A. distributes and installs vending machines in Italy. It retails hot and cold beverages, snacks, and other products, such as yogurts, fruit salads, filled rolls, and croissants. The company also offers catering services. It serves businesses and plants, offices, shops, professional services enterprises, schools and universities, hospitals, clinics, petrol stations, airports, institutions, and fitness and wellness centers. Gruppo Argenta S.P.A. was founded in 1968 and is based in Carpi, Italy. As of February 2, 2018, Gruppo Argenta S.P.A. operates as a subsidiary of Selecta Group B.V.

ixetic GmbH

Acquisition in 2006
ixetic GmbH is a manufacturer of automotive vacuum, engine and transmission pumps.

Aliplast

Acquisition in 2004
Aliplast manufactures aluminum profiles for verandas, doors and windows.

DIANA S.A.S.

Acquisition in 2004
DIANA S.A.S. produces sensorial and nutritional solutions based on natural ingredients for food, pet food, nutraceutical, aquaculture.

Gardiner Group

Acquisition in 2003
Gardiner Group is an independent distributor of electronic security products in Europe. The company has a very large portfolio of products (7,500) which it distributes to more than 12,000 active customers, mainly specialized installers. The main product lines are alarm systems (53% of turnover), video surveillance (29%), access control (9%) and fire prevention and detection equipment (6 %). The company is established in ten countries in Europe.
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