TEXELIS acquired by OUEST CROISSANCE & BPIFRANCE

Global Auto Holdings Limited has completed the acquisition of K.W. Bruun’s import and digital businesses, specifically encompassing K.W. Bruun Import A/S and K.W. Bruun NxT A/S. The transaction, which includes the acquisition financing architecture, transfers a platform from the Danish automotive group into the buyer's global network. This acquisition expands the purchasing group's international portfolio, which operates 164 franchise dealerships across the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and Ireland, representing more than 40 car brands

UI Investissement and Rhone-Alpes PME (Siparex/Caisse d'Epargne) took a majority stake (50-60%) in Antares Diffusion. The deal organizes the transition of the CEO who moves to a Chairman role, while key managers enter the capital. The strategy focuses on buy-and-build acquisitions in the energy and audiovisual niche for leisure vehicles.

Patrick Industries signed a definitive agreement to acquire Sportech, LLC from Monomoy Capital Partners. This acquisition is immediately accretive to Patrick's margins and earnings per share. It represents a strategic "Secondary Buyout" where an industrial player takes over from a private equity firm to support the next phase of growth. Patrick aims to leverage its existing relationships with Powersports OEMs to cross-sell Sportech's premium cabin solutions and realize cost synergies.

Global Auto Holdings Ltd. (GAHL), an affiliate sharing ownership with Toronto-based Alpha Auto Group (AAG), has completed the acquisition of Lookers PLC through a court-sanctioned scheme of arrangement. Following initial shareholder resistance over the summer, GAHL raised its cash offer per share to secure investor approval. The transaction takes the target private and marks its delisting from the London Stock Exchange. The operational perimeter encompasses a workforce of approximately 6,500 employees and an infrastructure network of 147 franchise dealerships across the United Kingdom and Ireland

AUO Corporation has finalized the 100% equity acquisition of BHTC. This strategic transaction marks a milestone in AUO's evolution into a Tier 1 automotive supplier, effectively merging its leadership in display technology with BHTC's expertise in climate control and HMI systems. The operation was cleared by all relevant national authorities following a definitive agreement reached in late 2023. The rationale for the acquisition is focused on three strategic pillars: product diversification, customer-centric resilience, and global operation deployment

Plastic Omnium has signed an agreement with Varroc Engineering Limited to acquire 100% of its automotive lighting business, Varroc Lighting Systems (VLS). This carve-out transaction comes at a time when the target company is experiencing financial difficulties, as evidenced by its EBITDA margin turning negative in 2021. The transaction was financed entirely in cash. The transaction was fully self-financed in cash and includes VLS operations in Europe, the Americas, North Africa, and an R&D center in India

Pozeo’s management, led by Nicolas Chauveau Pégaz and supported by Vincent Lejeune, took control of the group through a management buyout structured with Bpifrance (via France Investissement Tourisme 2) and Société Générale Capital Partenaires (with minority stakes). The strategic rationale was anchored in both a generational succession plan and a platform expansion strategy. Since 2017, Pozeo had broadened its scope beyond cinema‑focused vouchers to include general gift cheques, event tickets, marketing and event‑related services, and externalized committee‑enterprise solutions, reflecting a deliberate shift toward diversified lifestyle and employee‑benefit offerings

The acquisition of AMLS by Plastic Omnium is a strategic move to bolster the group's position in intelligent automotive systems and expand its offerings beyond traditional body components. By integrating this specialized automotive lighting business, Plastic Omnium enhances its technological capabilities in key areas such as electronics, embedded software, and advanced lighting solutions, which have become key differentiators for manufacturers. This transaction also marks a significant milestone in the group's diversification efforts, with the creation of a new division dedicated to automotive lighting

This transaction represents a major strategic trade sale marking the transition of Parts Holding Europe (PHE) from private equity ownership back to a long-term industrial partner. After two unsuccessful IPO attempts and discussions with other financial sponsors, the incoming industrial leader secured an exclusive agreement to acquire absolute majority control. The move follows a period of robust recovery and digital acceleration, notably through the integration of a major B2C e-commerce platform

The acquisition of BCA Marketplace by TDR Capital is a strategic move to expand the firm's presence in the European used car market. The deal is driven by the growing demand for online used car sales, and the need for a more efficient and digitalized marketplace. TDR Capital's investment in BCA Marketplace is expected to drive growth through increased digitalization, improved operational efficiency, and expanded customer reach. The acquisition is also expected to create new opportunities for bolt-on acquisitions and strategic partnerships, further enhancing the company's position in the market