Equistone Partners Europe

Equistone Partners Europe is a prominent private equity firm focused on the mid-market segment across Western Europe, with a strong presence in France, England, Germany, and Switzerland. Established in November 2011 by former executives of Barclays Private Equity, the firm specializes in providing equity finance to privately owned businesses through various transaction types including management buyouts, management buy-ins, equity release, and public-to-private deals. Since its inception, Equistone has been actively supporting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with growth initiatives, primarily through majority shareholdings in collaboration with management teams. The French division has completed nearly 100 transactions across diverse business sectors, investing between €25 million and €125 million in companies with an enterprise value ranging from €50 million to €300 million.

Marc Arens Ph.D

Senior Partner & Country Head DACH

Andrew Backen

Partner

Omar Bayoumi

Investment Professional

Tanja Berg

Investment Manager

Michael H. Bork

Senior Partner

Richard Briault

Investment Director

Richard Briault-Hutter

Investment Director

Julia Brunswicker

Investment Manager

Chris Candfield

Investment Director

Grégoire Châtillon

Senior Partner

Owen Clarke

Senior Partner

Will Copeland

Investment Manager

Edouard Fillon

INVESTMENT DIRECTOR

Valérian Fleury

INVESTMENT MANAGER

Katja Frühwein

Investment Director

Stanislas Gaillard

PARTNER

Philipp Gauß

INVESTMENT MANAGER

Geer, Dominic C.E.

Senior Partner

Phil Griesbach

Partner

Maximilian Göppert

Director

Michael Hachar

Investor Relations Manager

Peter Hammermann

Managing Director

Paul Harper

Partner

Roman E. Hegglin

Investment Director

Leander Heyken

Partner

Guillaume Jacqueau

Managing Partner & Country Head

Stephan Köhler

Partner, Chief Financial Officer and Investor Relations

Thierry Lardinois

Partner

Sebastien Leusch

Investment Director

Julia Lucà

INVESTMENT DIRECTOR

Tristan Manuel

Investment Director

Christiian Marriott

Partner and Head of Investor Relations

Stefan Maser

Partner

Jérémy Mathis

INVESTMENT DIRECTOR

Alexis Milkovic

PARTNER

Andrew Millington

Investment Director

Andrew Murtagh

Director

Rob Myers

Senior Partner and Country Head

Steve O’Hare

Senior Partner

Caroline Pinton

Investment Manager

Florent Rostaing

Investment Director

Dirk Schekerka

Senior Partner and Country Head

Oskar Schilcher

Senior Partner and Chief Investment Officer

Grégoire Schlumberger

Partner

Philippe Stüdi

Partner

Tim Swales

Partner

Arnaud Thomas

Partner

Andi Tomkinson

Partner

Moritz Treude

Investment Manager

Steven Whitaker

Chief Operating Officer, Group Compliance Officer and Partner

Hubert van Wolfswinkel

Partner

Christoph Wüstemeyer

INVESTMENT MANAGER

David Zahnd

Investment Manager

Past deals in Acquisition

Vertbaudet

Acquisition in 2021
vertbaudet has always paid particular attention to parents' requirements and children's needs, applying its expertise to create stylish collections that represent great value for money.

GSCM Group

Acquisition in 2021
GSCM Group is a specialist in modular construction, focusing on the design, manufacturing, marketing, transportation, and installation of modular buildings for both temporary and permanent applications. The company operates five production sites across France, enabling efficient prefabrication of building modules. GSCM Group emphasizes the use of low-carbon and reusable materials, ensuring that its structures meet high thermal and acoustic insulation standards while maintaining energy efficiency. This approach allows clients to manage construction costs effectively without sacrificing quality or sustainability.

Timetoact Group

Acquisition in 2021
Provides consulting services and IT solutions based on IBM software, Microsoft, Google software.

Franke Water Systems

Acquisition in 2021
Franke Water Systems is a producer and supplier of kitchen and bathroom fittings for the residential, public and commercial sectors. Franke particularly concentrates on the development of complete sanitary systems, which are designed for durability, excellent quality, functionality, and appearance.

Kusters Beheer

Acquisition in 2021
Kusters Beheer is a producer of high-tech precision mechanical components and modules for its international customer base, primarily in the semiconductor as well as aerospace, automotive, packaging, food, and medical industries.

SER Hegn

Acquisition in 2020
SER Hegn A/S, based in Fredericia, Denmark, specializes in the manufacturing and sale of industrial security fences, gates, and railings. Established in 2006, the company serves a diverse clientele, including businesses, municipalities, churches, and infrastructure managers. SER Hegn offers a comprehensive range of products that incorporates advanced security features such as video surveillance, access control, electric fences, and alarm systems. In addition to manufacturing, the company provides installation, repair, and maintenance services for various types of fencing, including wicker, steel mat, mobile, sports, and sound-absorbing fences. As of December 2020, SER Hegn operates as a subsidiary of Heras.

Accès Industrie

Acquisition in 2020
Accès Industrie is a company specializing in the rental and sale of elevation equipment: aerial work platforms (aerial work platforms ts, articulated boom lifts, self-propelled platforms, telescopic boom lifts, truck-mounted platforms) and fork-lift trucks (telescopic forklifts, industrial trucks, off-road trucks).

Amadys

Acquisition in 2019
Amadys is a provider of passive network equipment solutions to utility segments.

Omnicare Pharma

Acquisition in 2019
Omnicare Pharma is a pharmaceutical wholesaler operating that primarily distributes finished medicinal products to compounding pharmacies for the patient-specific production of cancer drugs.

Bulgin

Acquisition in 2019
Bulgin is a Global Connectivity Consultancy that is widely recognised as a leading manufacturer of environmentally sealed connectors and components.

Heras

Acquisition in 2019
Heras is a leading European supplier of perimeter protection solutions, offering a comprehensive range of products and services for both permanent and mobile applications. The company designs, manufactures, installs, and services various perimeter protection systems, including demarcation, entrance control, and detection solutions. Heras operates in 12 countries and employs over 1,100 people, focusing on the needs of diverse customers across business, community, and industry sectors. Their approach emphasizes collaboration with clients to ensure tailored protection solutions, supported by project management, integration, installation, commissioning, and maintenance services. With a commitment to reliability and expertise, Heras aims to be recognized as Europe's premium brand in perimeter protection.

Acuity Knowledge Partners

Acquisition in 2019
Moody's Analytics Knowledge Services is the provider of offshore research and analytics services to global financial and corporate sectors. Its investment Analysis Training Program is aimed at enhancing the knowledge of young capital markets practitioners in Sri Lanka. The company supports over 250 financial institutions and consulting companies through a team of over 2,500 subject matter experts who work as an extension of the clients’ teams based out of various global delivery centers.

FirstPort

Acquisition in 2019
FirstPort is a leading provider of residential property management services in the United Kingdom. The company specializes in managing residential developments, ensuring effective maintenance and support for property owners and residents. In addition to its core property management services, FirstPort collaborates with various organizations, such as the Social Enterprise Scotland Catalyst Fund, to participate in investment initiatives that support community development. Located in Hampshire, the company actively engages in funding projects that benefit the Scottish community, reflecting its commitment to social responsibility while enhancing its business portfolio. Through its comprehensive services and strategic partnerships, FirstPort aims to deliver high-quality management solutions for residential properties across the UK.

VULCAIN INGENIERIE

Acquisition in 2019
Vulcain Ingénierie is an engineering consulting company specializing in the Energy, Environment and Infrastructure sector.

RENA

Acquisition in 2019
RENA Technologies GmbH specializes in manufacturing and supplying production equipment and process technology for wet chemical surface treatment applications. The company provides a comprehensive range of solutions, including cleaning, etching, rinsing, coating, and electroplating, tailored for sectors such as solar energy, semiconductors, and medical technology. RENA's product offerings include platforms for dental implants and stents, as well as automation solutions that ensure high product quality. Established in 1993 and headquartered in Gütenbach, Germany, RENA serves a global clientele, particularly the largest photovoltaic module manufacturers in Asia, and maintains service centers in various countries, including the United States, China, and Singapore. Its focus on customized solutions and competitive pricing positions RENA as a key player in the wet chemical surface treatment market.

Courir

Acquisition in 2018
COURIR France SAS owns and operates sports and leisure footwear retail stores. The company provides sneakers, boots, shoes, clothing, and fashion accessories for men, women, and children. It serves customers through integrated stores and affiliated stores in France; and point of sale locations internationally, as well as online. The company was incorporated in 2001 and is based in Paris, France.

WHP Group

Acquisition in 2018
WHP provides professional and network support services to the wireless telecoms sector and infrastructure providers in the United Kingdom. It offers deployment services, such as site acquisition, town and country planning, design, construction, IC&I, power facilitation, and rigging services. The company also provides network services, such as field, logistics, electrical, microwave links, special events and temps, and site decommissioning.
Small World Financial Services Group Limited provides customer service and market-specific payment solutions to consumers and businesses worldwide. The company offers various payment options, such as money transfer, cash pick-up, transfer to bank account, bureau de change, mobile top-up, mobile wallet, home delivery, mobile payments, and cheque cashing for consumers; and international transfers, foreign exchange, and global cash management services for businesses. It offers its products and services to consumers and businesses in store, over the phone, on the Internet, and on mobile, as well as through a network of independent agents, offices, and payment points worldwide. The company was founded in 2005 and is based in London, United Kingdom.

BOAL Group

Acquisition in 2018
BOAL Group is an independent manufacturer specializing in extruded aluminum profiles, primarily for applications in greenhouse roofing and sidewall systems. Founded in 1970 and headquartered in Naaldwijk, the Netherlands, the company operates production facilities in both the UK and the Netherlands. In addition to its core business of aluminum extrusions, BOAL Group also provides solutions for the construction, engineering, and transport sectors. The company has expanded its offerings through two subsidiaries that focus on the development of glass and film greenhouse systems, enhancing its position in the agricultural sector.

Dugas

Acquisition in 2017
Dugas is a distributor of alcoholic beverages, specializing in the import and distribution of a diverse range of spirits, including rum, whiskey, port wine, and other distilled beverages. The company serves over 4,200 clients, primarily composed of wine shops and professionals in the distribution sector. By focusing on the brewery market, Dugas enables its clients to access a variety of uniquely flavored alcoholic beverages tailored to their preferences.

Hanse Haus GmbH

Acquisition in 2017
Hanse Haus GmbH is a premium supplier of bespoke turnkey, pre-manufactured, super high energy-efficiency homes. Founded as a carpentry business in 1929, the company has evolved to become a one-stop provider of high-quality, turnkey prefabricated homes. Hanse Haus serves the mid-range and premium price segments of the market, offering bespoke solutions planned individually by experienced architects for a range of households.

Bien-Zenker AG

Acquisition in 2017
Bien-Zenker AG design, manufacture, sell and build prefabricated homes. Bien-Zenker AG offers construction, home automation, and other services for single-family housing, double and multi-family housing, bungalows, row houses, and design houses.

BFT Mastclimbing

Acquisition in 2017
BFT Mastclimbing the an independent specialist for Mast Climbing Work Platforms (MCWPs). They operate a large, established team of dedicated and highly experienced professionals, backed by more than 600 high quality machines, capable of providing dependable nationwide coverage from our central UK depot. Their MCWPs vary in size and capacity, capable of handling extremely large and heavy duty projects across multiple sites to small short term projects that require lightweight, flexible solutions to meet almost all access needs. They undertake design, delivery and installation tasks, in addition to the supply of MCWPs, for many of the UKs largest and most demanding major contractors and take great pride in their exceptional levels of service and reliability.

Team ITG

Acquisition in 2017
Team ITG is a technology-led provider of outsourced multichannel marketing services. Team ITG makes collaboration happen. We simplify the complicated. We automate the tedious.

DefShop

Acquisition in 2017
DefShop GmbH operates retail stores for streetwear, clothing, shoes, and accessories for men and women. It also wholesales caps, tee-shirts, sweaters, hoodies, sweatpants, jogging-suits, denims, accessories, and underwear. The company also sells its products online. DefShop GmbH was founded in 2006 and is based in Berlin, Germany.

Bruneau

Acquisition in 2017
Bruneau, supplies and office furniture for businesses, offers over 25,000 office products available in 24h: furniture, sofas, chairs, stationery

Willerby

Acquisition in 2017
Willerby Ltd, founded in 1946 and based in Hull, United Kingdom, is a leading manufacturer of static caravan holiday homes and lodges. The company produces approximately 70 different models across 23 product ranges, catering to a variety of price points. Willerby is recognized for its premium quality and technical innovation, employing around 900 people across its two expanded production sites. It serves both the retail and fleet markets through a robust national dealer network and long-standing partnerships with holiday park operators. Its products are distributed not only throughout the United Kingdom but also in several countries across Europe, including France, Spain, Belgium, and Germany, ensuring a broad international presence.

Group of Butchers

Acquisition in 2016
Group of Butchers is a producer of artisanal meat snacks, specializing in products such as meatballs and smoked sausages. The business emphasizes the quality and freshness of its offerings, which are crafted daily with a commitment to excellence. Products are marketed under their own brand as well as private label arrangements in supermarkets and cash & carry chains. The company is driven by a passion for fine meat, which informs their unique approach to creating distinctive meat-based concepts.

D3T Distribution

Acquisition in 2016
D3T Distribution is an ecommerce and the distribution of motorbike and biker equipment worldwide. But above all, we are a real team of seventy, all specialists in our respective fields with the aim of meeting the needs of our clients who rely upon us. To do this, we go the extra mile to ensure the best possible service.

Apogee Corparation

Acquisition in 2016
Apogee Corporation Limited is a leading independent managed services provider specializing in print, document, and process technology across Europe. Founded in 1993 and headquartered in Maidstone, United Kingdom, the company offers a comprehensive range of services including remote monitoring, fault avoidance, automated toner supply, and on-site support. Apogee provides tailored office and production print systems, incorporating advanced hardware and software solutions, and also delivers document management, workflow software, and cloud services. Its clientele spans various sectors such as retail, manufacturing, healthcare, and finance. Apogee distinguishes itself through its proactive approach to service management, ensuring high uptime and efficiency for its clients. The company maintains a commitment to quality and environmental standards, certified to ISO 9001 and ISO 14001. With multiple office locations in the UK, Germany, and France, Apogee continues to expand its footprint in the managed services market.

Roth Group

Acquisition in 2016
A Swiss provider of domestic and industrial fire protection productions, insulation and coatings.

United Initiators

Acquisition in 2016
United Initiators is a world leading manufacturer of organic peroxides and persulfates. Our products are essential for a multitude of indispensable things in modern daily life. Whether it is renewable energy, coatings, adhesives, energy efficiency, construction or environmentally friendly disinfection – to name a few – we drive it.

Camusat Group

Acquisition in 2016
CAMUSAT is one of the market leaders in the implementation of telecom infrastructures and one of the most experienced network developers with a history which starts back in the late ’40s. In today’s extremely dynamic technological environment, the company's mission is to help the telecom actors to efficiently build and optimize networks development by integrating the traditional telecom technologies with innovative know-how from adjoining fields. CAMUSAT vision is to become the market leader and a ruler model in regard to the high-quality standards and professionalism in the telecom field.

ADISTA

Acquisition in 2016
Adista is a French provider of hosted services that specializes in IT solutions for businesses and local authorities, leveraging very high-speed networks. The company integrates telecommunications and enterprise IT expertise to deliver innovative information system services consumed as a service. Adista offers a range of solutions, including private and public cloud services, fixed and mobile telecom solutions, and telephony and collaboration services, all supported by its data centers. The company's focus is on transforming technological innovation into economic value while ensuring performance, integrity, and security for its clients.

Sihl AG

Acquisition in 2016
Sihl Group is THE Coating Company They are one of the leading manufacturers of coated and processed papers, films, and fabrics. The name Sihl is known worldwide for the development and production of coating concepts custom-made for individual customers. We rely on experience, profound technological Know-How, and innovations. High developed products for ambitious technologies and the forward-looking market are their passion. They are open to ideas from our customers and deliver individual solutions tailored to meet every demand, need, and requirement of the customer.

ChartCo

Acquisition in 2016
ChartCo is a distributor of navigational data, nautical charts, marine technical publications and digital products. Innovative solutions combined with global locations mean that ChartCo can provide a market leading solution to the most demanding of fleets.

Gala Kerzen GmbH

Acquisition in 2016
Gala Kerzen GmbH operates as a candle manufacturers. For more than 40 years candles are manufactured on the latest production with the highest quality and marketed worldwide under the brand name GALA candles.

Gaucho Grill

Acquisition in 2016
Gaucho offers fine dining with an emphasis on authentic, high quality Argentinian steak and operates 14 restaurants in the UK and 3 international sites in Buenos Aires, Dubai and Hong Kong.

Sicame

Acquisition in 2015
Sicame is a leading electronic manufacturing company that specializes in the design and production of specialized equipment for low voltage (LV) and medium voltage (MV) overhead applications. The company focuses on providing accessories and services for the transport and distribution of electrical energy, establishing itself as a key player in the industry. Sicame's products are essential for ensuring the efficient and reliable delivery of electricity, catering to the needs of various sectors involved in energy distribution.

WEALTH at work

Acquisition in 2015
Wealth at Work Limited specializes in providing financial education and employee wealth management services tailored for the workplace. Catering to a diverse clientele that includes large companies and SMEs, the firm offers a range of services encompassing pension changes, financial wellbeing initiatives, and advisory services related to retirement income and investment planning. Their offerings include financial education, online support tools, helpdesk assistance, regulated advice, and access to solutions for managing cash withdrawals. Established in 2004 and based in Liverpool, United Kingdom, Wealth at Work Limited has built a strong reputation for delivering impactful results for its clients, enhancing both financial literacy and employee wellbeing. The company rebranded from JPMorgan Invest (UK) Limited in July 2009.

TriStyle Mode GmbH

Acquisition in 2015
TriStyle Mode GmbH is a holding which unites the independently managed mail order and ecommerce companies Peter Hahn and Madeleine. The enterprise belongs to Equity Investor Equistone Partners Europe. With its two brands specializing in high-quality women’s fashion for the 45-plus target group, TriStyle is among the European mail-order market leaders in the Best Ager segment. Within this group, it has a stable and expansive portfolio that, on a strategic and financial level, is steered and monitored by the holding.

Rhodius

Acquisition in 2015
Rhodius is a Bavarian mechanical components manufacturer. RHODIUS Safety and Environmental Solutions In recent years the RHODIUS-Group has developed into a market leader in the production of mechanical components and modules for the airbag industry in Europe and the rest of the world. airbagbaugruppe Within the fields of Environmental and Process Engineering as well as Indus- trial and Safety Engineering RHODIUS is a leading provider of filter products and modules. In a new expanding sales area RHODIUS produces complete assembled units and system solutions within the fields of Automotive and Industrial Engineering. What originally began with knitted wire mesh products at one location has turned into a multi-location enterprise with activities worldwide.

SportGroup Holding

Acquisition in 2015
SportGroup is a global market leader of outdoor sport and recreational surface systems. SportGroup installs artificial turf fields and tracks and manufactures all system critical components in-house. SportGroup has three main product groups (artificial turf, tracks and playground) used in a variety of applications.

Averys

Acquisition in 2015
Averys is an international company that specializes in the design, manufacture, and installation of industrial storage systems, including racks, warehouse automation solutions, and metal furniture. Founded in 1985 and based in Paris, France, Averys offers a range of products such as racking systems for palletized and small goods, as well as mezzanine structures, shuttle products, mobile bases, and silos. The company operates across Europe and markets its products through a distributor network in regions including the Nordics, the Middle East, Eastern Europe, Australia, and both North and South Africa. Averys was previously known as GPRI Group until it rebranded in 2004.

POLO Motorrad

Acquisition in 2015
POLO Motorrad manufactures and distributes a range of motorcycle accessories and apparel to its clients. The company’s product portfolio consists of clothing, helmets, eyewear, technology, and accessories. Clothing consists of crosswear, leisure wear, trousers, jackets, combi, gloves, boots, and shoes. Helmets consist of eyeglasses, cross helmets, integral helmets, jet helmets, folding helmets, and visors. Furthermore, it sells wear parts, lighting systems, exhaust systems, brakes, handlebars, motorcycle luggage, books, and camping equipment. POLO Motorrad was founded in 1980 and is based in Juchen.

Unlimited Footwear Group

Acquisition in 2014
Unlimited Footwear Group is a wholesale company.

Travel Counsellors

Acquisition in 2014
Travel Counsellors Limited operates as a travel company that provides personal and business travel services. Travel Counsellors Limited was formerly known as Travel Counsellors Plc and changed its name to Travel Counsellors Limited in March 2009. The company was incorporated in 1987 and is based in Manchester, United Kingdom.

Concept Life Sciences

Acquisition in 2014
Concept Life Sciences Limited is an international scientific laboratory and consultancy firm based in Manchester, United Kingdom. Established in 2014, the company specializes in laboratory-based analytical testing and complex chemical synthesis, serving clients in the pharmaceutical, biotech, diagnostics, and materials sciences sectors primarily in Europe and the United States. It operates as a contract research organization that offers drug discovery support, nucleoside and materials chemistry, and research services. Additionally, Concept Life Sciences provides accredited analytical services across various industries, including environmental, health and safety, and food sectors globally. The company also has a multi-disciplinary environmental consultancy that delivers services such as asbestos consultancy, contaminated land investigation, geotechnical assessments, and air quality monitoring for both residential and commercial properties. As of early 2018, it functions as a subsidiary of Spectris plc.

Finaxy Group

Acquisition in 2014
Finaxy Group provides commercial and personal insurance services.
Performance Interactive Alliance is provides data driven marketing solutions. The company offers display advertising and marketing (Performance Media), website analytics solutions (econda), SEO and SEA campaigns (Blue Summit Media), and social media marketing and brand management (DELASOCIAL).

Caseking

Acquisition in 2014
Caseking distributes computer hardware and accessories. Caseking offers products in the categories, including personal computers (PC), PC components, cases and moddings, aircooling products, monitors, peripherals, notebooks and tablets, cables and adapters.

Mademoiselle Desserts

Acquisition in 2013
Mademoiselle Desserts, formally known as Speciality Desserts was established in 1995. Mademoiselle Desserts has been manufacturing and supplying high quality, deliciously decadent desserts, cakes, slices, tortes, and tarts across the UK food service market.

Européenne des Desserts

Acquisition in 2013
Européenne des Desserts is a French leader in the frozen baking industry employing more than 770 people across five production sites, four located in France and one in the UK. The Group supplies some of the largest organisations in the retail and catering sectors.

Whitworths

Acquisition in 2013
Whitworths Group Limited, founded in 1886 and based in Irthlingborough, United Kingdom, specializes in the production and sale of dry fruits, nuts, seeds, and other snacking products. The company offers a diverse range of items, including raisins, cranberries, walnuts, mixed fruit products, flaked almonds, and various chopped and desiccated fruits and nuts. Whitworths operates as a supplier of both branded and own-label products, managing a complex supply chain that sources approximately 400 commodities from suppliers across 35 countries. The company primarily serves leading UK supermarket chains, distributing products under the brands Whitworths and Sunny Raisins. As of May 2017, Whitworths is a subsidiary of Anatolia A.S.

Karl Eugen Fischer

Acquisition in 2013
Karl Eugen Fischer GmbH manufactures, sells, and service machines for the tire industries and machines for sheet metal working applications. It offers cord cutting machines for steel cord and textile cord cutting applications; and press brakes with hydraulic drives, angle shears, automatic cutting systems, plate shears with hydraulic/mechanical drives, C-frame special presses with mechanical drives, expanded metal dancing products, and power shears. Karl Eugen Fischer GmbH was founded in 1940 and is based in Burgkunstadt, Germany with a sales and services location in Lawton, Oklahoma.

Charles & Alice

Acquisition in 2013
CHARLES & ALICE SAS produces fruit desserts in different flavors. It offers fruit desserts without added sugar, organic fruit desserts, vegetable desserts, and juice. The company was formerly known as Hero France SAS and changed its name to CHARLES & ALICE SAS in 2011. The company was incorporated in 1916 and is based in Allex, France. CHARLES & ALICE SAS is a former subsidiary of Hero AG.

LINXIS Group

Acquisition in 2013
LINXIS Group engages in the design, manufacture, and installation of specialized equipment for bakery, dairy, and health industries. It was founded in 1988 and is based in Nantes, France. It was formerly known as Groupe BRETECHE INDUSTRIE before it changed its name to LINXIS Group as of October 2017.

Sunrise Medical

Acquisition in 2012
Through state-of-the-art design, superior performance and a customized build, Quickie empowers you to live without limits.

Vivonio Furniture

Acquisition in 2012
Vivonio Furniture provides home decor products and services. The Company designs and manufactures home furniture, such as chairs, tables, beds, couches, and entertainment centers. Vivonio Furniture Group primarily operates in Germany.

EuroAvionics

Acquisition in 2012
The EuroAvionics Group a leading manufacturer of Situational Awareness and Mission Management Systems, designs, produces and markets certified avionic systems that interface with a wide range of third-party avionics and sensors. The high-end products are in use world-wide, characterized by their flexibility and their modular concept. With the new subsidiary EuroAvionics Schweiz AG the existing product range now extends on industrial multicopters and autopilots/flight computers for UAVs and OPVs. Most EMS, SAR, Offshore, military and paramilitary operators trust on the EuroAvionics systems for years. The products are highly integrated in the avionics suite and offer functions for each application. EuroAvionics customer base includes aircraft OEMs, system integrators and operators from all over the world. With over 20 years of Know-How and certified products EuroAvionics is a proven and reliable partner for your missions.

Fircroft

Acquisition in 2012
Fircroft, the global workforce solutions provider to the technical engineering sectors, has strengthened its position within the mining, minerals and natural resources industries.

E. WINKEMANN

Acquisition in 2012
E. Winkemann GmbH, founded in 1938 and located in Plettenberg, Germany, specializes in manufacturing precision stamped metal parts primarily for the automobile and automotive supply industries. The company employs approximately 380 staff and offers a diverse array of products, including washers, clips, retainers, nuts, and various specialized fixtures. Their offerings encompass stamped parts, coined and deep-drawn components, as well as fine-blanked items, catering to applications in areas such as engine technology, gearbox construction, and diesel fuel injection systems. E. Winkemann is committed to meeting customer-specific requirements and continuously enhancing its production processes to ensure high quality and precision. With a focus on innovation and a modern manufacturing setup, the company utilizes its extensive experience to deliver tailored solutions from product development to serial production, maintaining a rigorous zero defect strategy throughout its operations.

Cu Chemie Uetikon

Acquisition in 2011
CU CHEMIE UETIKON GMBH manufactures fine chemical intermediates, active pharmaceutical ingredients, and amino acid buildings blocks to pharmaceutical companies. It also provides research and development, custom synthesis, technology and equipment, special technology, regulatory affair, and good manufacturing practice services. The company was founded in 1970 and is based in Lahr, Germany. As of June 15, 2015, CU CHEMIE UETIKON GMBH operates as a subsidiary of Novacap International SAS.

IN tIME Express Logistik

Acquisition in 2011
IN tIME Express Logistik GmbH is a logistics company specializing in business-to-business direct and express shipments across Europe. Founded in 1987 and headquartered in Isernhagen, Germany, the company provides a wide range of services, including the transportation of documents, spare parts, bulky goods, medical samples, and hazardous materials. IN tIME offers temperature-controlled shipping and tailored industry solutions, ensuring high quality and reliability for its clients. With 12 branches in Germany and additional representations in countries such as Sweden, Hungary, the Czech Republic, Romania, and Poland, the company emphasizes flexibility and speed in its operations. It serves various sectors, including automotive, electronics, life sciences, and pharmaceuticals, and is equipped to handle specialized logistics needs, including air freight and emergency medical services. As of November 2015, IN tIME operates as a subsidiary of Bluefin Investments Limited, drawing on over 30 years of experience to deliver customized transportation solutions efficiently.

Coventya

Acquisition in 2011
Coventya is a maker of specialty chemicals used for surface treatment.

The Mill

Acquisition in 2011
The Mill was founded in 1990 by Robin Shenfield and Pat Joseph, both of whom still lead the Group today. Their 24 years of innovation has established us as a global brand recognised for creating seamless visual effects. They collaborate on award-winning moving image, design and digital projects for the advertising, games and music industries out of their studios in London, New York, Los Angeles and Chicago. Their creative and talented artists are made up from multi-national and home grown backgrounds and their work is driven by their craft and the relationships they build at all levels with their clients. They encourage and nurture innovation, flexibility and diverse ideas as part of their creative culture. This allows us to continue to offer world leading visual effects and creative solutions across their business around the world.

MPS Meat Processing Systems

Acquisition in 2010
MPS Meat Processing Systems B.V. manufactures and supplies automated slaughter lines for the food industry and industrial wastewater treatment systems worldwide. It offers pig, cattle, and sheep slaughter lines, as well as slaughter robotisation, stunning, blood processing, and support solutions; and cutting rooms, including cutting, blade bone remover, deboning systems, and logistics solutions.

Allied Glass Containers

Acquisition in 2010
Allied Glass Containers Limited designs and manufactures glass packaging products in the United Kingdom. It offers glass containers, flint gicel glass, bottles, and mouth ware for food, soft drinks, beers, spirits, and liquor markets. Allied Glass Containers Limited was formerly known as Bickland Limited and changed its name to Allied Glass Containers Limited in October 1999. The company was founded in 1999 and is based in Leeds, United Kingdom.

La Toulousaine

Acquisition in 2010
La Toulousaine is a French company based in Escalquens, established in 1975, that specializes in the design and manufacture of various building materials. The company produces an extensive range of products, including gates, fences, garage doors, sectional doors, shutters, and security railings. Additionally, La Toulousaine offers metal curtains and mechanical shutters tailored for commercial establishments. Its product line also includes automatic systems and accessories to enhance functionality and security. With a focus on both residential and industrial applications, La Toulousaine serves a diverse clientele in the building materials sector.

Meilleurtaux.com

Acquisition in 2010
Meilleurtaux.com is a provider of advisory and brokerage services to individuals searching for real estate loans. The company focused on mortgage loans, credit repurchase, borrower insurance and consumer credit and operates through online and through a network of franchises and has established relationships with many of France's retail banks and insurers. It aims to put online on its site tools such as calculators, rate barometers and various simulation tools as well as advise individuals looking for financial services, starting with mortgage loans.

COMPUTERLINKS

Acquisition in 2008
COMPUTERLINKS is a leading distributor of IT security and Internet technology solutions, providing North American channel partners with reliable, supported solutions from world-leading hardware and software manufacturers. COMPUTERLINKS operates through a network of reseller partners, including VARs, OEMs, systems integrators, ASPs and ISPs, offering them a single point of expertise and assistance as they deliver solutions to improve the efficiency of modern business. Utilizing a full 20 years experience in IP-based business solutions, COMPUTERLINKS delivers true value-add by providing a full-service package of technical, sales and marketing support, practical training and efficient logistics. The COMPUTERLINKS Group operates across Europe, Australia, The Middle East, Asia, and Northern America. In Europe, COMPUTERLINKS has offices in Austria, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Sweden, Switzerland, and the UK. With coverage across the key European markets, Australia and North America COMPUTERLINKS is able to bring global benefits of scale to manufacturers and customers alike.

ATPI

Acquisition in 2008
ATPI is an independent global company specializing in travel management and event planning, with over 100 offices worldwide and a workforce of more than 1,500 skilled employees. The company offers a unique range of in-house services designed to address the complex demands of today's travelers, focusing on speed, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness. ATPI collaborates closely with its clients to understand their existing programs and future objectives, ensuring that their services align with client needs. The firm prioritizes client experience and leverages its industry-leading technology to provide innovative solutions to challenging situations. This proactive approach emphasizes security, compliance, and cost savings, making ATPI a trusted partner in the travel industry.

Hornschuch

Acquisition in 2008
Hornschuch is a provider of premium films and artificial leather surface solutions used for a wide range of applications including home interiors and decoration, vehicle interiors, seats and flooring.

A-Plan Insurance

Acquisition in 2008
A-Plan Insurance provides a collection of life, family income benefit, unemployment, accident, and sickness insurance services. The company also covers houses, vans, businesses, life and health, marines, pets, and travel needs. Over the years, it has served over 500,000 clients through over 70 High Street branches. A-Plan Insurance was founded in 1963 and is based in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom.

Global Blue

Acquisition in 2007
Global Blue is a tourism shopping tax refund company. It is widely known for its tax-free shopping networks that help customers save up to 19% on all purchases made abroad at any of Global Blue’s 270,000 shopping partners. Global Blue also helps travelers find the their favorite local and international brands. It also operates in dynamic currency conversion, marketing services, point-of-sale technology, retail staff education, and customer intelligence. Alf Näslund founded Sweden Tax Free Shopping that pioneered the concept of tax-free shopping in 1980 and gave rise to Global Blue, with its headquarters in Nyon in Switzerland. Gloabl Blue now operates in 51 countries worldwide.

Fläkt Woods Group

Acquisition in 2007
Fläkt was established in 1918 in Jönköping, Sweden and became an undisputable leader for air technologies on air treatment, air diffusion, and air movement, with unrivalled products and systems. Woods started in 1909 in Colchester, UK and became a worldwide leader for Air movement with axial fans technology. Fläkt Woods Group formed in 2002. The new group has the capability to provide its customers with application specific solutions and unrivalled level of service.

Kermel

Acquisition in 2007
Kermel S.A. specializes in the development and manufacture of heat and flame resistant fibers and clothing products. The company produces a range of aromatic fibers designed for protective clothing, including meta-aramid fibers known for their durability and colorfastness. Kermel's offerings cater to various industries and applications, including protective clothing for industrial workers, law enforcement, firefighters, and military personnel. Additionally, the company supplies specialized fabrics for high-risk situations, such as combat suits and flight coveralls. Its products also extend to technical applications, including hot gas filtration and automotive safety gear. Established in 1991 and based in Colmar, France, Kermel has expanded its operations internationally, serving clients worldwide across multiple sectors.

Worldmark

Acquisition in 2007
Worldmark – ‘Innovate more, change less’ We are more than a global manufacturer. We are experts in materials and applied chemistry. We believe that some of the biggest innovations in technology come from some of the smallest, but smartest interventions.

APEM Group

Acquisition in 2007
APEM Group manufacturers of Human machine interfaces.

AFI-Uplift

Acquisition in 2006
AFI-Uplift supplies and rents powered access solutions in the United Kingdom and internationally. It provides a UK wide hire network of over 7,000 modern Powered Access machines through 30 depots in the UK and six in the Middle East. It operates three brands which include AFI-Uplift, AJ Rentals, and Wilson Access Hire, each giving their own unique solution to working at height. AFI-Uplift was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in Wakefield, West Yorkshire.

Ratioform Verpackungen

Acquisition in 2006
Ratioform Verpackungen GmbH provides online packaging distribution services. Ratioform retails more than 2,300 products including dispatch boxes, book packaging, organising and archiving systems, long boxes and tubes, protective filling materials, tapes and labelling. Customers are small to medium-sized companies, which have a frequent volume of various goods shipped to end consumers

Sogetrel

Acquisition in 2006
Sogetrel is a major player in the telecoms market. Integrator of networks and communication systems for digital irrigation of territories, the Group has established itself as the preferred partner of major operators, public and private contractors, and local authorities, particularly in the deployment of Very High Speed ​​networks.

Laho Equipement S.A.

Acquisition in 2005
Laho Equipement S.A. rents, sells, and services construction and public works equipment. Its products include air compressors, concrete mixers, power generators, and material handling equipment.

Gaucho Grill

Acquisition in 2005
Gaucho offers fine dining with an emphasis on authentic, high quality Argentinian steak and operates 14 restaurants in the UK and 3 international sites in Buenos Aires, Dubai and Hong Kong.

The Original Factory Shop

Acquisition in 2004
The Original Factory Shop is a value retailer with an offering equivalent to a mini department store. Its outlets are predominantly located in small towns and its trading strategy is to offer a highly cost-effective and convenient alternative to consumers who prefer to shop locally. The growth strategy is to continue rolling out stores across the UK and grow the multi-channel offer.

Fives SAS

Acquisition in 2004
Fives SAS is an industrial engineering company founded in 1812 and headquartered in Paris, France. The company designs and supplies advanced machines, process equipment, production lines, and after-sales services across various sectors, including aluminium, steel, glass, automotive, aerospace, logistics, cement, and energy. It operates through several segments: Smart Automation Solutions, which focuses on sorting and handling systems for e-commerce and manufacturing; High Precision Machines, offering a range of machine-tools and related services; and Process Technologies, which provides equipment and production lines for industries such as aluminium and energy. Additionally, Fives SAS offers industrial maintenance and piping solutions for nuclear power plants. As a subsidiary of Novafives, the company is committed to enhancing performance through technological innovation, quality, safety, and environmental responsibility.

Spie Batignolles SA

Acquisition in 2003
SPIE batignolles is a French construction business with interests in construction, civil engineering, energy, public works, property development and concessions.

Salter Housewares

Acquisition in 2002
Salter Housewares Ltd. manufactures and markets domestic weighing scales and accessories for customers in the United Kingdom and internationally.