OXFORD INSTRUMENTS (INDUSTRIAL ANALYSIS) acquired by HITACHI HIGH-TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION

Holweg Weber has been acquired by Motion Equity Partners in a leveraged buyout that concludes a competitive process overseen by UBS and involves the exit of Azulis Capital and several minority shareholders. The transaction brings together Motion Equity Partners, its limited partner Arkéa Capital and the incumbent management team, which reinvests the majority of its cash‑out to retain operational continuity. European Capital structures a unitranche facility of approximately thirty‑five to forty million euros to finance the purchase price and provides an additional growth‑capital line intended to fund future bolt‑on acquisitions

The acquisition of Bretèche Industrie (now LINXIS GROUP)by IK Investment Partners represents a major turning point in the group’s trajectory, marking the end of a successful investment cycle under Equistone Partners Europe. The strategic rationale for this transaction centers on an "international-consolidation" play, merging the target's industry-leading technical operational depth in specialized machinery with the sponsor's extensive expertise in cross-border scaling and buy-and-build execution

AMETEK has completed the acquisition of MOCON, a specialized provider of gas measurement and analysis instruments used in packaging testing and industrial quality control. This move aligns with AMETEK's strategy to strengthen its presence in the gas analysis instrumentation market, as well as its measurement solutions for the food and pharmaceutical industries, two sectors characterized by high standards for quality and compliance. As a result, MOCON has been integrated into AMETEK's Process & Analytical Instruments division

Genuine Parts Company (GPC) announced the acquisition of Empire Wire and Supply through its Electrical/Electronic Materials Group (EIS), a platform focused on industrial electrical and electronic solutions. Headquartered in Rochester Hills, Michigan, Empire specializes in custom cable assemblies and distributes a broad range of network cabling, electrical, automation and safety products to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and industrial maintenance customers. Operating across multiple locations in the United States and Canada, Empire brings complementary technical expertise and an established presence in the industrial connectivity market

IDEC Corporation has entered into a definitive stock purchase agreement to acquire 100% of APEM Group from Intermediate Capital Group (ICG) and the management team. The transaction was structured through a two-month bilateral process and fully financed by bank loans. DC Advisory and Daiwa Securities acted as exclusive financial advisors to IDEC. The strategic rationale for the acquisition is the creation of a global powerhouse in the HMI and industrial control space. By combining IDEC’s strength in Japan and Asia with APEM’s market leadership in Europe, the merged entity secures a highly complementary global sales network

Teledyne Technologies has acquired e2v Technologies to bolster its portfolio in advanced imaging technologies and critical electronic components. Beyond the transaction itself, the deal is underpinned by a strong strategic rationale, driven by technological synergies between the two companies, particularly in the fields of scientific imaging, space sensors, and high-reliability electronic systems. In this context, the strategic objective is to expand Teledyne's capabilities in visible sensors, CMOS solutions, and industrial vision applications, while consolidating its presence in high-tech markets such as aerospace, defense, and medical

The transaction represents the fourth LBO for Vulcanic, following its five-year tenure under Abénex and Cathay Capital. The strategic rationale for this buyout centers on accelerating the group’s international footprint, particularly in high-potential regions such as the Middle East and Southeast Asia. The acquisition provides a structured platform for the group to transition from a dominant European player to a truly global consolidator in the electro-thermal market. This operation allows the group to execute a definitive structural expansion into the North American market through targeted acquisitions, while simultaneously reinforcing its presence in the Middle East through its newly established office in Abu Dhabi

Ardian acquired 100% of SLV Group from Cinven in an auction process managed by Goldman Sachs, outbidding 3i, Triton, and Pamplona. The deal was financed with a senior debt package of EUR360M. Cinven achieved a 2x return on this sale, following its 2011 entry. During Cinven's tenure, SLV increased its turnover by 40% and completed three bolt-on acquisitions (Unex, Lagotronics, Nordtronic). Ardian aims to continue this growth by leveraging SLV's international distribution network and its established sourcing office in China

Dover Corporation acquired Ravaglioli S.p.A. Group. This acquisition was driven by the strong complementarity between Ravaglioli's product portfolio (particularly in tire and wheel equipment) and Dover's existing Vehicle Service Group (VSG). The deal allows Dover to expand its European footprint and leverage cross-selling opportunities across its global distribution channels. The integration aims to create a comprehensive "best-in-class" suite of products for automotive workshops worldwide.

Smiths Group has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire 100% of the share capital of Morpho Detection from Safran S.A. The acquisition is a pivotal strategic move designed to consolidate and strengthen the Group's position within the global threat detection and security solutions market. By merging Morpho Detection with its existing Detection division, Smiths Group intends to create a best-in-class provider of mission-critical security technology for air transportation, borders, and critical infrastructure