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11/2023

SENTRON acquired by MILLAR

NETHERLANDS Hardware & Electronics / Electronic Components / Sensors & Optics REV 1m USD - 100m USD

Context

The successful acquisition of Sentron by Millar signals a pivotal tactical expansion of the group's sensor development and manufacturing capabilities. This transaction facilitates the integration of Sentron’s specialized fabrication facilities in the Netherlands into Millar’s broader global operations, transforming the combined entity into a comprehensive "one-stop-shop" for sensor-enabled medical devices. The strategic rationale for the move centers on the fusion of Sentron’s expertise in pH and conductivity sensing with Millar’s established leadership in pressure sensor technology. By onboarding this technical specialist, Millar reinforces its ability to serve medical device manufacturers and research institutions that require multi-parameter physiological data. The partnership is designed to leverage Sentron’s advanced manufacturing infrastructure to accelerate the time-to-market for next-generation MEMS solutions. This integration facilitates the creation of a more robust technological platform, providing the strategic depth required to navigate the maturing landscape of digital health and precision diagnostics. The move solidifies Millar’s standing as a primary enabler of breakthroughs in medical understanding and commercialized sensor innovation on a global scale.

SENTRON, which reported an EBITDA margin of [members only] in 2023, is valued in this transaction at an EV/EBITDA multiple of [members only], to compare with the average currently observed in the TMT (Tech, Media, Telecom) sector (14.7x).

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Target

Sentron operates as a premier engineering and manufacturing organization specializing in high-precision sensor technology for medical and industrial applications. The entity’s business model is centered on a proprietary framework for producing advanced pressure, pH, and electrical conductivity sensors, utilizing state-of-the-art cleanroom facilities for silicon-level fabrication. Its value proposition is anchored in technical operational depth, offering integrated sensor solutions that enable precise physiological monitoring and chemical analysis. Strategically, the firm focuses on the development of "ISFET" (Ion-Sensitive Field-Effect Transistor) technology, providing a non-glass, robust alternative for pH measurement in critical care and laboratory environments. By maintaining a specialized focus on micro-fabrication and high-tolerance assembly, the organization ensures a mission-critical role in the global diagnostic and analytical supply chain. The entity prioritizes technical reliability and manufacturing agility to facilitate the structural advancement of sensing technologies.

Ent. Value

$1–100M

Equity Value

[members only]

Multiples

EV / Revenue

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EV / EBITDA

[members only]

EV / EBIT

[members only]

Historical Financials (USD)

Year
Rev
EBITDA
EBIT
2023
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2022
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