HUNE acquired by LOXAM

Assystem entered into an agreement to sell a majority stake in its Global Product Solutions (GPS) division to Ardian. The transaction was structured as a carve-out where GPS was transferred to a new entity controlled by Ardian. The parent company, Assystem S.A., reinvested a significant portion of the proceeds to retain a minority interest and governance rights. The deal was supported by a senior debt package in the form of a Term Loan B (TLB). This strategic move allowed Assystem to refocus its resources on its historical infrastructure and energy activities, including potential investments in the nuclear sector, while providing GPS with the independent financial structure required for international consolidation

Advent International has acquired IPH from PAI Partners as part of a private equity transaction aimed at creating a leading European distributor of industrial supplies. The deal follows several years of steady growth under PAI's ownership, during which IPH was transformed into a pan-European B2B technical distribution platform. The acquisition is part of Advent's sector consolidation strategy, which previously involved taking UK-based distributor Brammer private. The goal was to merge the two groups, creating a premier European player with combined revenues exceeding €2

Alliance Automotive Group (AAG) announced the acquisition of Busch GmbH, a family-owned German automotive parts distributor headquartered in Freiburg, Baden-Württemberg. The transaction strengthens AAG’s expansion strategy in Germany following the recent integration of Coler GmbH & Co. KG and highlights the group’s continued efforts to consolidate its position within the fragmented European automotive aftermarket sector. The acquisition provides Alliance Automotive with a stronger regional presence in southwestern Germany through Busch’s established distribution network and long-standing relationships with independent repair workshops

Ardian entered into exclusive negotiations with IK Investment Partners to acquire a majority stake in Trigo Group. The transaction was structured as a partnership with the existing management team, which remained in place to drive the next phase of development. The deal aimed to support Trigo's international growth strategy and its consolidation of the global quality services market through strategic acquisitions across Europe, Asia, and the Americas. The investment provided the group with the long-term resources required to expand its service offering and strengthen its leadership in the aerospace and automotive verticals

Alliance Automotive Group announced the acquisition of Electro Diesel Service, a French distributor specializing in multibrand automotive spare parts, original equipment components and remanufactured products. Operating from its logistics facility in Sainte-Gemme-la-Plaine, the company has established a strong position in the French aftermarket through its extensive product catalogue and efficient distribution capabilities. The transaction forms part of Alliance Automotive Group's ongoing acquisition strategy aimed at consolidating the fragmented French automotive aftermarket while strengthening its distribution network and expanding its product offering

KKR has signed a definitive agreement to acquire LGC Group from the private equity firm Bridgepoint. This secondary LBO marks a transition for LGC following its ownership by Bridgepoint, which acquired the company in 2010. The strategic rationale for the acquisition is to leverage KKR’s global platform to accelerate LGC’s growth, particularly in North America and Asia. KKR intends to support the company’s ongoing focus on R&D and pursue an aggressive buy-and-build strategy to consolidate the fragmented life sciences tools and services market

Bridgepoint has acquired a majority stake in Element Materials Technology from 3i Group and its managed funds. This secondary LBO marks the end of a highly successful five-year partnership with 3i, during which Element nearly trebled its revenue and quadrupled its EBITDA through 10 strategic acquisitions. The strategic rationale for Bridgepoint is to utilize Element as a primary platform for further consolidation in the global materials testing market. Bridgepoint intends to support CEO Charles Noall and his team in accelerating their buy-and-build strategy over the next five years, expanding the group’s technical capabilities and geographic reach

The deal involves the opening of EMAGINE's capital to MBO PARTENAIRES, allowing the company to take independence from its former parent group GFT. The transaction is led by EMAGINE's management team, led by Jean-François Bodin, who become majority shareholders. The deal provides EMAGINE with the financial resources and support to pursue its development objectives, including accelerating its growth and expanding its international presence through potential acquisitions. The partnership with MBO PARTENAIRES brings expertise and resources to support EMAGINE's strategic plans, including reinforcing its positioning as a specialist in niche markets and pursuing its international development

The acquisition of Imtech España by Springwater Capital is a strategic move to create a national engineering services champion in Spain with a critical size to compete internationally. The transaction is subject to approval of the Spanish merger authorities. The acquisition fits well into Springwater's strategy to build a strong presence in the industrial services sector in Spain. Imtech España's operations and employees will be integrated into Springwater's existing portfolio of companies in the sector

Socotec has finalized the 100% acquisition of ATS and its international subsidiaries in Italy and China from its founding directors. This transaction represents a strategic build-up for Socotec, which has been operating under a secondary LBO backed by Cobepa and Five Arrows Managers for approximately one year. The transaction is driven by the significant reinforcement of Socotec’s technical capabilities in the specialized Oil & Gas quality control market. Beyond enhancing technical synergy, the acquisition provides a critical geographic expansion, granting the group an immediate footprint in Italy and Asia through established subsidiaries in Milan and Shanghai