What was the revenue of LMB AEROSPACE at the time of the deal?

The revenue of LMB AEROSPACE at the time of the deal is estimated to be in the range of 5M - 25M EUR.

What was the EBITDA of LMB AEROSPACE during the acquisition?

LMB AEROSPACE's EBITDA is estimated to be in the range of 0M - 5M EUR.

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07/2012

LMB AEROSPACE acquired by TIKEHAU CAPITAL & IDIA CAPITAL INVESTISSEMENT

FRANCE Aerospace, Naval & Defense / Engines & Systems REV 5M - 25M EUR

Context

MBO Partners has finalized the acquisition of an 80% controlling majority stake in LMB from the American industrial conglomerate Honeywell, executing a strategic cross-border carve-out transaction. The transaction capital structure was financed via a conservative mid-leverage model, utilizing a senior debt package representing slightly under 2.5x EBITDA alongside a balanced debt-to-equity ratio of approximately 1:1. The investment thesis centers on a classic primary buyout framework that transitions the company back to domestic ownership. Under the post-closing governance structure, the internal management team executed a strategic rollover to take a 20% equity stake, strongly aligning operational incentives with the new sponsor. The strategic rationale focuses on accelerating LMB's international expansion and scaling its global market share.

LMB AEROSPACE, which reported an EBITDA margin of in 2011, 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 (11.8x).

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Target

Founded over 60 years ago, LMB Aerospace is a global leader in high-performance electric fans, blowers, and motors for harsh environments. Its products are critical for cooling electronics and engines in aerospace (Rafale), naval (nuclear submarines), space, and land defense platforms. The company maintains 2,000+ proprietary designs and serves over 250 global clients.

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Revenue range: 5M - 25M EUR

EBITDA range: 0M - 5M EUR

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Acquirer: tikehau capital / idia capital investissement