Forgital Group acquired by Stonepeak
Context
Stonepeak's acquisition of Forgital represents a strategic investment into a market-leading manufacturer of critical aerospace and industrial components. The transaction is underpinned by Forgital's established position as a trusted partner to premier aerospace OEMs and other industrial clients, a reputation built on its commitment to quality, innovation, and reliability. Stonepeak identified a significant growth opportunity within the company, driven by strong, durable long-term demand fundamentals in the commercial aerospace end market. The investment firm intends to leverage its deep expertise in mission-critical infrastructure and industrial growth platforms to support Forgital's next phase of expansion and accelerate its strategic agenda. A key element of this new chapter is the appointment of John Slattery, a seasoned aerospace executive formerly with GE Aerospace and Embraer, as Chairman of the Board. This move signals a clear intent to deepen Forgital's aerospace focus and leverage industry-leading expertise to guide its future growth. The partnership aims to enhance Forgital's capacity to innovate and expand its service offerings for customers in highly demanding, precision-engineered applications globally.
In the past, Forgital Group was acquired by The Carlyle Group in 2019 as part of its expansion strategy.
Forgital Group, which reported an EBITDA margin of [members only] in 2024, is valued in this transaction at an EV/EBITDA multiple of 10x–18x.
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Target
Founded in 1873, Forgital is a global leader in the production of large-sized forged and machined rings and components. It specializes in high-performance materials for demanding sectors, primarily aerospace (engine components for Tier 1 suppliers like GE, Rolls-Royce, Safran) as well as oil & gas, and power generation.
Ent. Value
€1–10bn
Equity Value
[members only]
Multiples
EV / Revenue
2x–6x
EV / EBITDA
10x–18x
EV / EBIT
[members only]
Historical Financials (EUR)
Other operations with Forgital Group
| Date | Acquirer | Target | Country | Sector |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/2019 | THE CARLYLE GROUP | FORGITAL GROUP | ITALY | Aerostructures |
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Valuation range: EV €1–10bn
Revenue range: €450–900M
EBITDA range: €100–200M
EV/Revenue range: 2x - 6x
EV/EBITDA range: 10x - 18x
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