AFFIDEA acquired by GROUPE BRUXELLES LAMBERT

Eurazeo acquired a majority stake in Sevetys from Ardian, which had previously financed the group's initial rapid expansion. The transaction included a EUR250 million equity injection from Eurazeo to fuel a new phase of aggressive growth. The investment thesis focuses on consolidating the highly fragmented French veterinary market, which is protected by specific regulatory barriers regarding clinical governance and independence. Sevetys positions itself as a sovereign French alternative to global giants like IVC Evidensia and AniCura

Triton Partners, via its Triton Smaller Mid Cap Fund II, acquired a majority stake in Esperi Care Oy from a consortium of its former creditors, including Danske Bank, SEB, and Ilmarinen, which remain as minority shareholders. The transaction implies a majority control transfer while preserving continuity of public‑sector and employee‑management relationships, with Triton committing to a substantial capital investment to support further service development and operational improvements. The strategic rationale is rooted in Esperi Care’s established position, business model built on recurring and contract‑based care fees, strong regulatory and societal mandate

The divestment of Aleris' radiology arm to Meine Radiologie Holding (backed by EQT Infrastructure) marks a significant consolidation in the Nordic diagnostic imaging market. This transaction was executed in tandem with the sale of Aleris' primary care and rehab units to Praktikertjänst, as part of a broader strategic shift. The rationale for Aleris, under Triton's ownership, is to exit non-core segments to focus exclusively on becoming a specialized healthcare provider in Scandinavia. For the acquirer, the deal provides a major entry point into the Norwegian and Swedish markets, significantly expanding its existing German-focused radiology platform

Partners Group and Duke Street agreed to sell 100% of Voyage Care to Wren House Infrastructure Management, following approximately seven years of joint ownership since the 2014 acquisition alongside management. Key value creation initiatives delivered during the holding period include strategic management hires, continued investment in care quality, further development of specialist care disciplines, and capacity expansion through organic development and selective bolt-on acquisitions.

Ramsay Health Care entered into a definitive agreement on December 13, 2021, to acquire 100% of the UK-based mental healthcare provider Elysium Healthcare from BC Partners to solidify its standing within the specialized British clinical landscape. This strategic acquisition was designed to bridge the gap between Ramsay’s existing acute medical hospitals and the specialized psychiatric and complex care segments where demand remains consistently high. By integrating these two distinct healthcare models, the group created a diversified clinical platform capable of managing patients through every stage of their recovery, from secure inpatient wards to community-based residential support

Vivalto Santé completed its third LBO, with Vivalto Partners — Daniel Caille's newly created investment management vehicle — taking control of the group. IK Partners joined as a key new minority shareholder alongside a broad consortium of reinvesting French institutional investors and the Bpifrance-Mubadala sovereign duo. The transaction is notably characterised by a strong medical and employee shareholder component, with approximately 1,000 physicians and ultimately 35% of employees targeted as co-investors

Cerba HealthCare acquired Labexa following a competitive auction process managed by Oddo BHF, beating out its main rival Biogroup. The acquisition allows Cerba to significantly strengthen its footprint in the French "Nouvelle-Aquitaine" region. The transaction followed Cerba's massive EUR1.2 billion acquisition of Lifebrain in Italy and was finalized shortly after Cerba's own LBO with EQT. The target's biologist-partners opted for an industrial exit to join a major laboratory network.

Cranemere Group has acquired a majority stake in Outpatient Imaging Affiliates (OIA), a leading US provider of outpatient medical imaging services. This transaction strengthens Cranemere's presence in the healthcare sector by partnering with a prominent player in the diagnostic imaging market. OIA's attractive positioning is driven by its joint venture model with hospital systems, a segment fueled by the ongoing growth in demand for care delivered outside traditional hospital settings. Outpatient imaging centers offer a cost-effective solution that enhances patient accessibility and experience while reducing healthcare costs

Ares Management acquired a majority stake in Point Vision following a highly competitive auction process (beating Adagia, Ramsay, and Elsan). Bpifrance joined as a minority shareholder alongside Ares and the three founders who reinvested. Abenex, which entered in 2014 and held the majority since 2019, fully exited. The financing was secured through a unitranche facility provided by Tikehau Capital. The strategy focuses on expanding territorial coverage (especially in Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes and Ile-de-France) and digitizing the patient journey

IVC Evidensia acquired VetOne in a preemptive move to consolidate its leadership in the French market. The deal successfully bypassed a planned auction process due to a high-premium offer. The transaction provided an exit for VetOne's shareholders, including the founder, practicing veterinarians, and various private investors. The strategic rationale was to integrate VetOne's 51 clinics with IVC's existing French footprint, creating a dominant national player. The investment thesis is supported by low market consolidation in France and significant upside in ancillary services such as pet insurance, specialized medication, and premium pet food sales