PIGHI acquired by EUROFEU
Context
Eurofeu, backed by pan-European private equity firm IK Partners, has acquired Pighi, a key Italian player in the fire safety sector. This transaction marks Eurofeu's entry into the Italian market, previously uncovered by the group. Alessandro Campedelli, the former sole owner via Gruppo Pighi Holding, has sold his stake but will retain an operational leadership role to drive future growth. The deal is part of Eurofeu's broader buy-and-build strategy to consolidate the European fire safety market.
PIGHI, which reported an EBITDA margin of LOGIN in 2024, is valued in this transaction at an EV/EBITDA multiple of LOGIN, a level to compare with the average currently observed in the Business Services sector (11.1x).
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Founded in 1956, Pighi is a leading Italian provider of fire safety services. Headquartered in Verona, it operates through 7 regional branches across Northern and Central Italy (Veneto, Lombardy, Lazio, etc.). The company employs over 200 staff (including 120 technicians) and provides installation, maintenance, and training for fire detection and suppression systems. It serves major B2B clients in Retail (GDO), Pharma, Chemical, and Food sectors.
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Revenue range: 5M - 25M EUR
EBITDA range: 5M - 25M EUR
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Target: pighi
Acquirer: eurofeu