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04/2017

OXFORD INSTRUMENTS (INDUSTRIAL ANALYSIS)

Acquired by

HITACHI HIGH-TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION

UNITED KINGDOM Industrial Equipment / Special Machinery / Lab & Scientific Equipment EV 50M - 150M GBP

Context

The agreement to acquire the Industrial Analysis business represents a strategic expansion of analytical technology portfolios, particularly in the sectors of environmental safety and material security. This carve-out operation will integrate specialized handheld and benchtop instrumentation into a broader global technology platform, enhancing the available range of scientific solutions. The consolidation of these technical capabilities is designed to strengthen the market position in high-tech material analysis while providing a clear path for future product development. The strategic review leading to this transaction highlights a focus on optimizing core business divisions and ensuring long-term technological competitiveness. By bringing together experts in spectroscopy and optical emission technologies, the merger fosters an environment for accelerated innovation in material diagnostics. The transition under new corporate leadership is expected to provide substantial opportunities for the existing management team and employees to flourish within a wider global network. This transaction refines the focus of the divesting group while providing the acquiring corporation with a leading platform in the industrial analysis market. The successful completion of this operation, subject to regulatory confirmations, will conclude a multi-phase pre-sale reorganization designed to ensure a smooth transition of assets and operations. The move underscores a shared commitment to providing high-quality, reliable diagnostic tools that meet the evolving needs of the global research and industrial communities.

OXFORD INSTRUMENTS (INDUSTRIAL ANALYSIS), which reported an EBITDA margin of LOGIN in 2016, is valued in this transaction at an EV/EBITDA multiple of LOGIN, representing a LOGIN to the average currently observed in the Industry & Manufacturing sector (10.9x).

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Target

The Industrial Analysis business of Oxford Instruments is a leading global provider of specialized scientific instrumentation designed for industrial material analysis. The company develops and manufactures a broad range of handheld and benchtop instruments utilizing advanced technologies such as laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy and x-ray fluorescence. These tools are essential for accurately identifying and measuring materials in various sectors including environmental monitoring, food safety, and industrial manufacturing. The organization has established a strong reputation for technical innovation, maintaining dedicated research and development operations in multiple international locations. Its analytical solutions enable customers to perform critical quality control and security inspections with high precision and reliability. The firm serves a truly global market, with sales and support operations positioned to assist customers across several continents. By focusing on the practical application of complex scientific principles, the business provides user-friendly tools that deliver sophisticated results in industrial settings. The technical teams are specialized in optical and electronic engineering, ensuring that each instrument meets the rigorous standards required for professional material analysis. The portfolio continues to evolve, incorporating new digital features to enhance data management and connectivity for its professional user base.

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Valuation range: EV 50M - 150M GBP

Revenue range: 25M - 50M GBP

EBITDA range: 5M - 25M GBP

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Acquirer: hitachi high-technologies corporation