AMLS AUTOMOTIVE LIGHTING SYSTEMS acquired by PLASTIC OMNIUM

Pozeo’s management, led by Nicolas Chauveau Pégaz and supported by Vincent Lejeune, took control of the group through a management buyout structured with Bpifrance (via France Investissement Tourisme 2) and Société Générale Capital Partenaires (with minority stakes). The strategic rationale was anchored in both a generational succession plan and a platform expansion strategy. Since 2017, Pozeo had broadened its scope beyond cinema‑focused vouchers to include general gift cheques, event tickets, marketing and event‑related services, and externalized committee‑enterprise solutions, reflecting a deliberate shift toward diversified lifestyle and employee‑benefit offerings

Plastic Omnium has signed an agreement with Varroc Engineering Limited to acquire 100% of its automotive lighting business, Varroc Lighting Systems (VLS). This carve-out transaction comes at a time when the target company is experiencing financial difficulties, as evidenced by its EBITDA margin turning negative in 2021. The transaction was financed entirely in cash. The transaction was fully self-financed in cash and includes VLS operations in Europe, the Americas, North Africa, and an R&D center in India

This transaction represents a major strategic trade sale marking the transition of Parts Holding Europe (PHE) from private equity ownership back to a long-term industrial partner. After two unsuccessful IPO attempts and discussions with other financial sponsors, the incoming industrial leader secured an exclusive agreement to acquire absolute majority control. The move follows a period of robust recovery and digital acceleration, notably through the integration of a major B2C e-commerce platform

The acquisition of BCA Marketplace by TDR Capital is a strategic move to expand the firm's presence in the European used car market. The deal is driven by the growing demand for online used car sales, and the need for a more efficient and digitalized marketplace. TDR Capital's investment in BCA Marketplace is expected to drive growth through increased digitalization, improved operational efficiency, and expanded customer reach. The acquisition is also expected to create new opportunities for bolt-on acquisitions and strategic partnerships, further enhancing the company's position in the market

The sale of Vignal Lighting Group to EMZ Partners marks a significant milestone in the company's history. The transaction is the result of a strategic review process initiated by Eurazeo PME, which had been the majority shareholder of Vignal Lighting Group since 2014. During its ownership period, Eurazeo PME supported the company's significant transformation from a European player in signaling for trucks and trailers to a global leader in lighting for on and off-road specialty vehicles. The company's expansion was driven by a combination of organic growth and strategic acquisitions, including the acquisition of ABL Lights and CEA

Groupe GRIS successfully completed a capital reorganization through a Management Buy-Out (MBO). The entry of SGCP and BNP Paribas Developpement provided the financial stability to pursue the group's "GRIS 2022" strategic plan, which focused on modernizing production tools and expanding its market share in Germany.

Genuine Parts Company announced that it had entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Alliance Automotive Group, a leading European distributor of automotive replacement parts, workshop tools and equipment. The transaction formed part of GPC's external growth strategy to establish a significant presence in the European aftermarket, a market historically characterised by strong regional players. Previously owned by private equity investors and its founders, Alliance Automotive Group had developed into one of Europe's largest independent distribution platforms, with an extensive network and well-established service capabilities across several key markets

CVC Capital Partners acquired a controlling 90% stake in the holding company that owns Pasubio Group. The transaction was structured as a Primary LBO, transitioning the company from a purely family-owned business to a private equity-backed platform. The founding family reinvested a portion of their proceeds to retain a minority stake (over 10%) and continued to lead the management team, ensuring operational stability and alignment of interests.

Alliance Automotive Group announced the acquisition of Groupe de Jackie Vercaigne, a French independent automotive parts distributor comprising four regional distribution platforms and a network of approximately 80 franchised retail outlets operating under the Pièces Auto brand. The transaction forms part of Alliance Automotive’s broader external growth strategy aimed at strengthening its regional coverage and consolidating its position within the French automotive aftermarket. The acquisition expands Alliance Automotive’s logistics footprint through complementary facilities located in several strategic regions of France, including the north, east and western parts of the country

Alliance Automotive Group has announced the completion of the acquisition of FPS Distribution, a leading independent UK distributor of automotive parts and accessories. The transaction strengthens Alliance Automotive’s ongoing consolidation strategy within the European automotive aftermarket and represents another step in expanding its position in the UK market. The acquisition provides Alliance Automotive with an enhanced presence in the UK through a complementary distribution network and FPS Distribution’s established expertise in supplying independent repair workshops