GSV (GRØNVOLD & SCHOU VESTERGAARD) acquired by KILOUTOU

Solomat Location acquired Locanet to expand its "modular and sanitation" offering. This strategic acquisition allows Solomat to control a larger portion of the construction site value chain, providing not only heavy machinery but also the necessary living facilities for workers.

Dwyer Instruments, a platform company backed by Arcline Investment Management, has finalized the acquisition of Omega Engineering from Spectris plc. The strategic rationale for this transaction centers on a "scale-for-growth" play, merging the target's technical operational depth in omni-channel digital distribution with Dwyer’s extensive sensor manufacturing infrastructure. This fusion effectively creates a specialized powerhouse in the instrumentation sector, repositioning Omega from a non-core division within a large conglomerate into the primary high-service engine for a dedicated sensing platform

Bufab has successfully finalized the acquisition of all outstanding shares in TIMCO, a move that represents the largest transaction in the group’s history to date. This strategic expansion significantly bolsters the organization's presence in the British and Irish markets, incorporating a highly reputable brand with a dominant position in the construction C-parts segment. The rationale for the move centers on the integration of a specialized "one-stop-shop" platform that provides immediate access to an extensive network of over 4,500 independent merchants

H.I.G. Capital has acquired a majority stake in Berardi Bullonerie from the Berardi family, who reinvested for a minority shareholding. The strategic rationale for the acquisition is to accelerate Berardi's development through a combination of organic growth and a targeted M&A campaign in the highly fragmented fastening elements market. By leveraging H.I.G.’s international reach and experience in consolidation, the group aims to aggregate other sector operators and enhance its high-value-added service offering

Temasek has acquired a majority stake in Element Materials Technology from the private equity firm Bridgepoint. This landmark transaction marks the end of a highly successful six-year partnership with Bridgepoint, during which Element achieved a ten-fold increase in turnover and integrated numerous strategic acquisitions, including the major purchase of Exova in 2017. The strategic rationale for Temasek is to accelerate Element’s growth in high-barrier end-markets like life sciences and connected technologies, while leveraging the Group’s top-tier ESG credentials to support global decarbonization journeys

IK Partners acquired Renta Group from Intera Partners to support the company's transition from a "Baltic Sea Champion" to a "Continental European Leader". The strategy is three-fold: 1) Accelerate the "Buy-and-Build" program to consolidate the fragmented rental market in existing territories (Poland, Scandinavia) and enter new DACH/Benelux regions

Kiloutou acquired AB Materiels to densify its network in the Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur (PACA) region. This acquisition allowed Kiloutou to integrate approx. 40 employees and a fleet of over 600 machines, strengthening its competitive position in a high-demand geographical area for renovation and civil engineering.

The acquisition of James Fisher Testing Services by Phenna Group signifies a pivotal realignment of the industrial portfolio for James Fisher and Sons plc. The strategic rationale for this transaction centers on a "portfolio-refocusing" maneuver, allowing the seller to concentrate its capital on market-leading niche sectors in marine, energy, and defense. This alignment provides James Fisher Testing Services with an owner specifically focused on the Testing, Inspection, Certification, and Compliance sector, facilitating deeper integration into a dedicated infrastructure network

Rexel entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Mayer in a strategic move to significantly enhance its presence in the United States. The transaction is a key component of Rexel's growth strategy, which prioritizes strengthening its footprint in the North American market, the world's largest for electrical distribution. The acquisition was presented as being fully aligned with the objectives announced during Rexel's Capital Markets Day, signaling a return to bolt-on acquisitions in core markets

The global industrial leader has successfully finalized the acquisition of 100% of the share capital of the target, marking a definitive expansion of its technical footprint within the North and South Carolina regions. This strategic transaction represents a key milestone in the group’s effort to accelerate end-market diversification, specifically targeting the high-growth water and wastewater treatment segments. The strategic rationale for the move centers on the acquirer’s objective to incorporate specialized technical talent and rotating equipment expertise that complements its existing environmental services portfolio