MCH

MCH, formerly known as MCH Private Equity, S.L., is a private equity and venture capital firm based in Madrid, Spain, specializing in investments in mid-sized companies across various sectors. Founded in 1998, MCH focuses on early-stage, mezzanine, and mid-market investments, as well as management buy-outs and expansion capital. The firm seeks to invest between €1 million and €80 million in non-publicly traded companies that generate revenues exceeding €30 million and have an enterprise value ranging from €15 million to €200 million. MCH's investment strategy emphasizes sectors such as internet services, commercial surveillance, restaurants, telecom, and new technologies, while explicitly avoiding startups, real estate, and industries like tobacco and gambling. The firm aims to take significant stakes in its portfolio companies, with a preference for exiting investments within four to six years. MCH is also involved in advising venture capital funds, managing over €500 million across its investment vehicles.

Francisco Caro

Partner

Jaime Hernández-Soto

Senior Partner and Founding Partner

Pablo Monjardín

Analyst

Rafael Muñoz

Partner

Ramón Núñez

Senior Partner

Rafael Pérez-Cea

Partner

José Manuel de Bartolomé Palomo

Partner - Secondaries

Past deals in Spain

Farmalider

Private Equity Round in 2023
Farmalider, S.A. is a Spanish company that specializes in the research, development, and manufacturing of pharmaceutical products. Founded in 1986 and headquartered in Alcobendas, Spain, with additional offices in Barcelona, it offers a diverse range of offerings including generic medications, over-the-counter products for common ailments such as pain relief and gastrointestinal disorders, prescription medications, dermocosmetics, and dietary supplements. Farmalider also provides specialized services to other pharmaceutical laboratories and sector companies. The company has established a notable presence in the ibuprofen and paracetamol markets in Spain and is expanding its reach across other European markets, utilizing a network of agents in cities including Istanbul, Auckland, and Miami.

Seabery

Private Equity Round in 2022
Seabery is a technological SME that helps professionals and trainees involved in industrial careers enhance their skills through the use of augmented training and simulations. The Ed-Tech resources management platform, Seabery Augmented Training, is a combination of 4D augmented reality, simulations, cloud-learning, teacher management software, analysis modules, and apps that supports several industries such as healthcare and military. The teacher software manages the training process and allows instructors to develop content, monitor in real time the activity of each student and evaluate it, and generate reports. The e-learning platform contains theoretical and multimedia content and can be accessed from anywhere and from any mobile device or PC. Video games and simulated environments allow users to train themselves. Augmented reality allows users to ""transform"" a physical object's behavior depending on their actions. The Augmented Training Technology received the Auggie Award for the best Augmented Reality Technology solution for enterprises at the Augmented World Expo AWE2014 in May 2014. It also won “the most innovative product for education” award by Worlddidac in June 2014. Seabery received “the most visited booth” and “the most promising technology” award at Weldindia and “the most innovative technology” award at HungExpo in Hungary. Seabery was founded by Alejandro Villaran and Basilio Marquínez in January 2008 and is based in Pesquero, Spain.

Antonio Llusar y Cia

Acquisition in 2021
Antonio Llusar y Cia is a producer of premium citrus fruits, primarily focusing on oranges and clementines. Based in Chilches, Spain, the company specializes in both the production and commercialization of these fruits, ensuring that clients have access to high-quality citrus at competitive prices.

Prosur

Private Equity Round in 2020
Prosur, S.A. is a food ingredients manufacturer based in San Ginés, Spain, established in 1965. The company specializes in producing natural additives, including antioxidants, flavors, and colorants, primarily for the meat and fish industries. Prosur also blends spices and herbs tailored for food manufacturers, catering to a diverse range of applications such as cooked, fresh, and dried meats, seafood, sauces, and vegetarian products. By focusing on plant-based ingredients, Prosur aims to help its clients create safer and more flavorful foods while addressing food waste and avoiding the use of synthetic additives.

AltaFit Gym Club

Acquisition in 2018
AltaFit Gym Club is a leading low-cost gym franchise network in Spain, established in 2005 and headquartered in Madrid. With over 15 years of experience in the fitness industry, AltaFit operates numerous fitness centers across the country, providing accessible gym facilities to a wide range of customers. The company focuses on delivering quality fitness services at affordable prices, catering to the growing demand for cost-effective workout options.

Extrusiones de Toledo

Private Equity Round in 2017
Extrusiones de Toledo, S.A. is a manufacturer and marketer of aluminum extrusion profiles, catering primarily to industrial sectors. Founded in 1997 and based in Toledo, Spain, the company operates extrusion plants in both Toledo and Nantes, France. Its extensive product portfolio includes architectural solutions such as hinged and sliding doors, windows with and without thermal bridging, exterior doors, shutters, and various accessories. Additionally, Extrusiones de Toledo offers services including powder coating, anodizing, assembly, cutting, and machining. The company serves a diverse range of industries, including construction, automotive, transport, aeronautics, electronics, solar power, and furniture. With a strong commercial presence in Spain, France, Germany, and Latin America, Extrusiones de Toledo is focused on providing personalized solutions and high-quality products through an integrated production process that enhances flexibility.

Pumping Team

Private Equity Round in 2016
Pumping Team is a prominent provider of concrete pumping services headquartered in Madrid, Spain. The company has established a strong market presence in Spain and Mexico, operating a fleet of over 550 concrete-pumping units. With a workforce exceeding 800 employees, Pumping Team offers rental equipment to operators across Spain, Mexico, and Portugal, ensuring clients receive concrete tailored to their specific requirements while adhering to safety standards.

Brasmar

Private Equity Round in 2016
Founded in Portugal, Brasmar is a leading global supplier of frozen fish and seafood. With a diverse product range spanning over 300 species and 900 SKUs, the company specializes in transformation, distribution, and commercialization, serving both domestic and international markets. Approximately half of its sales are exports to more than 20 countries worldwide.

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.

Segur Ibérica

Private Equity Round in 2011
Segur Ibérica is a security services provider based in Madrid, Spain, established in 1978. The company specializes in the design, installation, and maintenance of electronic security systems, including alarm systems, access control, and closed circuit television. Additionally, Segur Ibérica develops emergency, evacuation, and self-protection plans. It offers monitoring services and provides auxiliary and private security advice to both public entities and major corporations.

Europastry

Private Equity Round in 2011
Europastry is a prominent player in the frozen bread and bakery sector, ranking as the fifth largest globally and the leader in Spain. The company specializes in the production of frozen doughs, which are utilized to create a wide variety of pre-cooked bakery products, including breads, cakes, and doughnuts. With a product catalog that boasts over 700 references, Europastry emphasizes quality and profitability through innovative industrial production systems. Its well-known brands, such as Fripan, Frida, Yaya María, Dots, and Friart, cater to various distribution channels, serving everyday consumers as well as professionals in bakeries, hotels, restaurants, catering, and distribution chains.

Conservas Garavilla

Acquisition in 2010
Conservas Garavilla, S.A.U., founded in 1887 and based in Mundaka, Spain, specializes in the production and commercialization of canned seafood products. The company offers a diverse range of items, including tuna, mussels, sardines, mackerels, anchovy fillets, and ready-to-eat salads and meals. Operating under the brands Isabel and Garavilla, along with private labeling, it serves a broad customer base both in Spain and internationally, with significant markets in Central and South America, particularly Ecuador and Colombia. Conservas Garavilla manages several production facilities in Spain, Ecuador, and Morocco, employing approximately 2,100 workers. The company also operates a fleet of tuna boats, enhancing its operational efficiency and profitability.

Negocios de Restauración del Sur S.L.

Private Equity Round in 2010
Negocios de Restauración del Sur S.L. is a Spanish company that specializes in the restaurant sector, primarily as the leading franchisee of Burger King in southern Spain. Established in 1994, the company manages a network of 45 Burger King restaurants, focusing on both the acquisition of existing establishments and the opening of new locations. To enhance its operations, Negocios de Restauración del Sur has strengthened its management team by adding key personnel, including a Chief Financial Officer and a Human Resources Director.

Televida Servicios Sociosanitarios

Acquisition in 2009
Televida Servicios Sociosanitarios is a providers of services to the elderly in Spain. Tele assistance: Private market leader in tele assistance services with a portfolio of 85,000 users, mainly located in Catalonia, Andalusia and Murcia. Home assistance: Sergesa provided around 74,000 monthly hours of home assistance services to a wide range of users, mainly in Catalonia and Andalusia.

Gamo Outdoor

Acquisition in 2007
Founded in Barcelona, Spain in 1959, Gamo Outdoor specializes in the manufacture and distribution of air gun ammunition and accessories for shooters. Its comprehensive product range includes air rifles and pistols, pellets, optics, training systems, clothing, footwear, and related accessories. The company serves customers globally through a network of dealers.

Marco Aldany

Acquisition in 2007
Marco Aldany is a prominent hairdressing and beauty salon chain in Spain, operating a network of over 300 salons across the country. The company specializes in providing a wide range of hairdressing services and products, as well as various personal care services. Serving more than 2 million clients each year, Marco Aldany has established itself as a leader in the beauty industry, focusing on customer satisfaction and quality service.

Talgo

Private Equity Round in 2006
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.

+ Vision Optical Group

Acquisition in 2006
MASVISION was one of the leading optical groups in Spain, with a network of 336 optics (6 own and 330 associated), and a central structure that served the network. The company designed and distributed its own product lines, outsourcing production, with the exception of high quality lenses, which was produced in its own laboratory.

IQAP Masterbatch Group

Acquisition in 2005
IQAP Masterbatch Group S.L. is a specialized chemical company based in Les Masies de Roda, Spain, focused on formulating, producing, and selling masterbatches that add colors and additives to polymers. Established in 1979, the company has developed a wide range of products, including stabilizers, UV filters, antistatic agents, scented additives, and flame retardants, catering to various sectors such as automotive, packaging, textiles, and personal care. Its masterbatch technology ensures the optimal combination of pigments and additives for each polymer, with products available in formats such as spherical granules, cylindrical granules, micropellets, micronized materials, and liquids. In addition to its manufacturing capabilities, IQAP Masterbatch Group operates research and development laboratories and has developed IQOLOR, an online software tool for managing sampling details and technical documentation. The company, formerly known as Industrias Químicas Auxiliares del Plástico, S.A., has maintained a strong presence in the European and international markets for nearly 35 years.

Grupo Combursa

Acquisition in 2001
Grupo Combursa manufactures and sells logistic equipment such as mobile ramps, lifting platforms, and a wide range of section quick doors. The company was founded on 1978 and is based in Barcelona, Spain.

Irestal Group

Private Equity Round in 2000
Irestal Group S.A., founded in 1945 and based in Barcelona, Spain, specializes in the production and supply of a wide range of stainless steel products. The company offers various forms of stainless steel, including flat products like coils, sheets, and plates, as well as pipes and tubes in different shapes, such as round and square. Additionally, Irestal Group provides an array of accessories, including bars, fittings, and customized cutting and finishing services. With a focus on serving diverse sectors such as chemical, pharmaceutical, food, automotive, computer, and construction, Irestal Group operates globally, with facilities in China, France, Poland, Portugal, Russia, the United Kingdom, and the United States. The company prioritizes customer service and invests in technology and staff training to maintain its position as a leading service center for stainless steel products.

Grupo Euro 56

Acquisition in 2000
Grupo Euro 56 is an integrated service provider specializing in residential mortgage-related services, including appraisals and mortgage processing, primarily for financial institutions and their customers. Founded in 1990 and headquartered in Madrid, Spain, the company focuses on creating streamlined processes that enhance value and improve service perception while anticipating client needs. Its offerings encompass mortgage processing, formalization services, and real estate appraisals, facilitating access to essential administrative tasks and efficient management of mortgages.

Comess Group

Private Equity Round in 2000
Comess Group is a restaurant chain operator based in Madrid, Spain, with an international presence and a focus on providing diverse catering options. Founded in 1988, the company operates multiple brands across Europe, offering a variety of restaurant experiences and customized dishes to meet the needs of its clients. Comess Group prioritizes excellence, sustainability, profitability, job creation, and innovation, while also emphasizing the satisfaction of customers, employees, and franchisees. The company's organizational structure is built on extensive experience in the food service industry.

Segur Ibérica

Acquisition in 1999
Segur Ibérica is a security services provider based in Madrid, Spain, established in 1978. The company specializes in the design, installation, and maintenance of electronic security systems, including alarm systems, access control, and closed circuit television. Additionally, Segur Ibérica develops emergency, evacuation, and self-protection plans. It offers monitoring services and provides auxiliary and private security advice to both public entities and major corporations.

Azulev Grupo

Acquisition in 1999
Azulev Grupo, headquartered in Onda, Castellón, Spain, specializes in the design, manufacture, and sale of high-end ceramic products, including tiles, pavements, and coatings. The company also offers complementary items such as friezes, baseboards, and shower trays to meet diverse building material requirements. Committed to enhancing the quality of life and environmental sustainability, Azulev Grupo prioritizes personalized customer service and continuous improvement in its production processes, adhering to high standards that ensure unmatched product quality.
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