Sparring Capital

Sparring Capital is a private equity firm based in Paris, France, established in 2002. The firm specializes in investments in leveraged buyouts, mid-cap companies, and capital restructuring, focusing on unlisted small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in various sectors, including transportation, technology, telecommunications, energy, and industrial goods. Sparring Capital typically invests between €7 million and €20 million in companies with an enterprise value of €15 million to €250 million and revenues ranging from €20 million to €250 million, seeking majority stakes either independently or in collaboration with other financial investors. The firm does not engage in turnaround situations or investments in start-ups and avoids sectors such as fashion, real estate, and finance. Its investment strategy includes industry consolidation, recapitalization, and bridge financing, with a preference for exiting investments within five to seven years.

Denis Catz

Partner

Benjamin Zowczak

Director of participations

29 past transactions

Oryx Real Estate Partners

Venture Round in 2022
Oryx Real Estate Partners is a London-based real estate investment management firm. The company offers property development, property management, real estate, and other services. They focus on it on behalf of their shareholders and third-party investors.

POP

Acquisition in 2021
POP provides business development services in the form of operational performance management trainings such as lean management.

Nalys

Acquisition in 2019
Nalys is a provider of engineering consulting services for automotive, aerospace and healthcare industries.

Cesacap

Acquisition in 2019
Cesacap is in both strong and weak currents, with the ability to support its customers on all sizes of projects.

Intermedes

Acquisition in 2019
Intermedes is in the cultural travel market, presenting the most comprehensive and diversified offer.
GEOSCAN Structure & Réhabilitation provides inspection, diagnostic and consulting solutions to optimize the management of infrastructure throughout its lifecycle. With 100+ engineers and technicians based in Paris and Lyon, GSRI is the leader in the segment of underground infrastructure (drinking water networks, sewage systems, etc.) : as structures are ageing, they require increasing monitoring and maintenance, which make the core of GSRI’s business

IMX Group

Acquisition in 2017
IMX France took its independence to form IMX Distribution Group. Two of its historic executives, Laurent Cayet and Sonia Milenkovic, have joined forces with Naxicap, a financial partner that accompanies many entrepreneurs and manages the Banque Populaire investment fund to give new impetus to their adventure and develop a range services for the international distribution of parcels.

TVH Consulting

Acquisition in 2016
TVH Consulting provides enterprise resource planning (ERP) services and solutions in France and internationally. The company specializes in the consulting, integration, and support of ERP solutions. Its services include international project integration, pre-study and proof of concept, diagnosis and expertise, software distribution, ERP evolution and optimization, and support and outsourcing.

Proprietes-privees.com

Acquisition in 2016
Founded in 2006, Proprietes-privees.com change the real estate landscape by choosing exclusively Internet and a national network of independent traders and dealers working in your sector. Trained in techniques taken mandate and sales, and stimulated by regional leaders, our consultants have at heart to satisfy buyers and sellers. The agency offers agency fees reduced from 30 to 60% cheaper. So you save on the costs or you can buy more. More than a real estate agency, Proprietes-privees.com wants to be the first platform of real estate services online to assist you throughout your project.

NACC SASU

Acquisition in 2015
NACC SASU is a leading player in the collection of mostly “corporate” discounted receivables.

cnn mco

Acquisition in 2015
CNN MCO has maintained ships in operational condition, managed and repaired all types of vessels on behalf of third parties and supplied spare parts as well as consultancy, engineering and maintenance services. Based in Brest, CNN MCO has representatives in Toulon and Reunion Island. Among a workforce of 60 people, 40 experts with very varied experiences, CNN MCO can offer a high level of expertise. With its international network (partner subcontractors, manufacturers, shipping agents), it is able to react quickly to clients’ needs.

Jaccar

Private Equity Round in 2013
Jaccar actively develops and manages a portfolio of businesses and assets with a bold and contrarian entrepreneur mind set.

BRUNET group

Private Equity Round in 2011
BRUNET group provides installation, troubleshooting and maintenance in the fields of electrical engineering, thermal engineering and low-current systems (telecommunications, IT and security).

Loxam Holding

Private Equity Round in 2011
LOXAM, leader in the rental of equipment for the building, public works, green spaces, services, industry and events, offers all the equipment and tools for the realization of your work: rental of mini excavator, rental backhoe loader , dumpers rental, loader rental, breakers, wood chipper, hammer rental, bucket rental, dump truck, rental of base-life, generator rental, ... Perform all your operations of elevation, handling, demolition, earthworks, masonry, electricity, plumbing, painting ... with quality materials. For your projects, rent your professional equipment with confidence.

furnotel

Acquisition in 2011
furnotel provides import and distribution of professional kitchen equipment. FURNOTEL is part of the FURNOTEL Group , which has been built over the years and includes Nosem (created in 1968), Sofraca (created by Mr. Orset in 1964), Isotech and finally Collin-Lucy. The year 2015 was marked by an important event. The FURNOTEL Group, created in 1996, was taken over by the Cottard / Orset family , which became a majority shareholder. The history and longevity of each society is its richness and diversity.

The Sandaya Group

Acquisition in 2010
The Sandaya group owns and manages its campsites and therefore it ensures its customers a homogeneity in the offer of the campsites. Quality and customer service are the watchwords of the success of Sandaya. The group especially provides for its clients infrastructures and high qualified accommodations. Sandaya has chosen the position of campsites offering quick and direct access to the beach, but also regions of great cultural and natural wealth. This diversity allows everyone to compose their holidays as they wish to benefit from rest, relaxation, sport or discovery.

IMV Technologies

Acquisition in 2010
Founded in 1963 and based in L’Aigle in the French region of Normandy, IMV Technologies is the global leader in biotechnologies for animal artificial insemination. Recognized worldwide for the quality of its products, the group’s development is based on the conception of new technologies and expertise for artificial insemination techniques. With five foreign subsidiaries (US, India, China, Italy and the Netherlands) and a network of distributors across more than 120 countries, IMV Technologies generates almost 80% of its revenue abroad and has around 450 employees.

FPEE ​​group

Private Equity Round in 2009
FPEE ​​group specialist in custom industrial joinery, invites you to meet it. Its strengths: 35 years of experience, the quality of its products and services. FPEE is one of the leaders in France in PVC and aluminum closures, mainly custom made windows. FPEE offers one of the most comprehensive ranges in the market for exterior closures with entrance doors, shutters, integrated shutters and a variety of gates and fences. FPEE distributes its products to a clientele composed of: i) traders specialized in the trading of building materials (Thevenin, Tanguy Bois Matériaux, Pro Network, Gedimat ...) and ii) with craftsmen specializing in the renovation of windows and windows. closures at home through its two networks of respectively 200 and 50 exclusive dealers (Art & Windows and Opening). More marginally, FPEE ​​markets its products directly to some local pavilonneurs (Maisons Lelièvre, ...) whose customers want non standard windows (dimension, aluminum, ...). FPEE achieves 80 to 85% of its sales in the renovation market.

Leyton

Acquisition in 2009
Leyton France is a consulting firm specializing in cost optimization consulting. Leyton has grown from a small consulting firm, founded in 1997, into one of the world’s largest innovation funding specialist helping our clients improve their global performance. In the US, our specific expertise is in the optimization of Federal and State Research and Development (R&D) Tax Credits. With over 20 years' global experience, we have assembled a distinctive blend of highly qualified tax professionals and technical consultants experienced in almost every industry sector possible and Leyton proudly retain the largest technical team dedicated to R&D Tax claims globally. This technical expertise is also present in the US, where Leyton can call upon the skill of over 850 employees across the group. This focus on technical knowledge ensures our clients claims are always maximised and ensures you will work with consultants who have worked in your industry before and understand your challenges.

Texa group

Acquisition in 2008
Texa group is a privately held company that provides claims services for insurance companies. The company offers its services in the areas of claims and losses management, including mass-market claims settlement, commercial/enterprise risks, civil responsibilities and claims.

Groupe Nasse-Demeco

Acquisition in 2007
Demeco is committed to quality and efficiency through a wide range of offers and moving services. Through an interview with one of our sales representatives, you will be able to choose your moving formula, the one that will be best adapted to your needs and your expectations. You will also be able to choose the best period for your move thanks to our Low and High season calendar, which will guarantee you a substantial discount on the formula you have chosen. Among other moving services Demeco, you will also find International moving, Zen services for an economical move, Easy Demeco application, etc. With Demeco, each of your expectations will be filled by one of the moving services.

Groupe Retif Developpement SAS

Acquisition in 2007
Groupe Retif Developpement SAS engages in the distribution of equipment and supplies to small and medium-sized distribution companies. Groupe Retif Developpement SAS offers materials, packaging products, decorations, stationery, labeling, lighting, disposable items, and maintenance products for shops.

Keolis

Private Equity Round in 2007
Keolis is a prominent public transport operator active in 12 countries, including France, the UK, Sweden, Australia, Germany, Belgium, Denmark, Norway, the Netherlands, Canada, Portugal, and the USA. The company specializes in designing and operating diverse mobility solutions tailored to local needs, encompassing services such as automatic metros, trams, buses, coaches, ferries, and bike-sharing systems. Keolis manages over 80 urban networks in France, including major cities like Lyon, Lille, Bordeaux, and Rennes, and holds significant rail franchises in the UK, serving more than 30% of the nation's passengers. Its Australian subsidiary operates Yarra Trams in Melbourne, the largest tram system globally, while its rail services extend to the Virginia Railway Express in Washington, DC. As of 2010, Keolis reported a turnover of 4.1 billion euros, with nearly half generated from international operations, and employed approximately 47,200 people. The company is primarily owned by SNCF, with additional stakes held by Axa Private Equity and CDPQ.

La Croissanterie

Acquisition in 2006
Founded in 1977, La Croissanterie is a major player in the French fast food market with 230 points of sale.

Trefilaction

Acquisition in 2006
Trefilaction is a mass retailers for fastners and small hardware products.

Proven-Orapi Group

Acquisition in 2005
Since 1991, PROVEN has been designing and distributing innovative solutions and products for maintenance, hygiene and disinfection to create a clean and healthy environment. Sales expert for professional and specialized distribution, PROVEN offers professional brands and ranges dedicated and adapted to each of their businesses. We offer these products and solutions with specific brands adapted to these two major markets.

Lafranceagricole

Acquisition in 2005
Lafranceagricole provides the agricultural and agri-food trade.

Eutelsat

Acquisition in 2003
Eutelsat Communications through its subsidiaries, operates as a telecommunications satellite operator.The company provides broadcast services, including direct-to-home, HDTV, 3D TV, digital cinema, digital terrestrial television, interactive TV, dual reception 9°E/13°E, occasional use/satellite news gathering, contribution and distribution solutions, digital platforms, Skyplex multiplexing services, and uplinking services; and broadband services comprising broadband Internet access, consumer broadband, corporate IP networks, IP streaming solutions, IP file transfer, and IP trunking. It also offers telecom and data services, such as VSAT, point-to-point, voice connectivity, GSM backhaul, business TV and radio, and government services; and solutions for fleet management and maritime communications.
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