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05/2026

INTERNATIONAL AEROSPACE COATINGS IAC acquired by HIG CAPITAL

UNITED STATES Aerospace, Naval & Defense / MRO (Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul) REV 150M - 250M USD

Context

Global alternative asset manager H.I.G. Capital has finalized, through one of its specialized affiliates, the total acquisition of International Aerospace Coatings (IAC). This primary M&A transaction represents a strategic exit for the private equity sponsor Tiger Infrastructure Partners, which previously held a controlling interest in the aviation services company. The strategic rationale behind the acquisition is rooted in accelerating the international expansion of International Aerospace Coatings to capture expanding market demand for critical fleet finishing solutions. By utilizing the extensive resources and operational expertise of H.I.G. Capital, the current executive management team intends to grow its physical footprint, fund the construction of additional wide-body hangar capacity, and aggressively pursue selective add-on acquisitions to capture additional market share across the transatlantic aviation corridor. In terms of transactional execution, H.I.G. Capital was advised by RBC Capital Markets, LLC as financial counsel, with Ropes & Gray LLP acting as legal advisor. On the sell-side, financial advisory services were led by Jefferies LLC, while Latham & Watkins LLP provided legal counsel to both Tiger Infrastructure Partners and the target company to secure the closing.

INTERNATIONAL AEROSPACE COATINGS IAC, which reported an EBITDA margin of in 2025, is valued in this transaction at an EV/EBITDA multiple of , a level to compare with the average currently observed in the Industry & Manufacturing sector (11.7x).

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Target

Benefiting from a strategic dual-headquarter model in Irvine, California, and Shannon, Ireland, International Aerospace Coatings stands out as a top-tier international player in the highly specialized aviation services industry. The industrial footprint of International Aerospace Coatings is built upon a cohesive global network of 25 dedicated hangars across 11 key airports in Europe and the United States, giving the firm the unique capacity to service a diversified fleet of wide-body and narrow-body aircraft. The commercial positioning of International Aerospace Coatings centers on providing technical aircraft painting solutions and advanced surface treatments tailored for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), major commercial airlines, air cargo operators, and maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) centers. Through its engineering division, Eirtech Aviation Services, the company deploys complementary technical capabilities in aviation engineering and advanced fleet asset management. The business model of International Aerospace Coatings generates high revenue visibility and reliable cash flows, underpinned by multi-year contractual frameworks aligned with predictable commercial aircraft maintenance cycles. Backed by an established reputation for technical excellence, quality compliance, and reliable turnaround execution, International Aerospace Coatings serves as a trusted mission-critical partner to its blue-chip customers, capturing significant value within the global aerospace logistics chain.

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Revenue range: 150M - 250M USD

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Target: international aerospace coatings iac

Acquirer: hig capital