At what enterprise value was LMB AEROSPACE acquired in 2012?

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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 LOGIN in 2011, is valued in this transaction at an EV/EBITDA multiple of LOGIN, a level to compare with the average currently observed in the Industry & Manufacturing sector (10.9x).

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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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12/2025	LOAR GROUP	LMB AEROSPACE	FRANCE	Aerospace, Naval & Defense	Loar Group acquired 100% of LMB Aerospace from a consortium led by Tikehau Capital (Aero Fund), Amundi, and IDIA Capital Investissement. The transaction represents a significant multiple for Tikehau (>2.5x MOIC), doubling the entry valuation from 2021. The deal was financed via an incremental term loan provided by Blackstone. Despite initial concerns regarding industrial sovereignty and opposition from the French DGA (Directorate General of Armaments), the French Ministry of Economy authorized the sale in late 2025.

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Revenue range: 5M - 25M EUR

EBITDA range: 0M - 5M EUR

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Acquirer: tikehau capital / idia capital investissement