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TRIGO

Acquired by

ARDIAN

FRANCE Industrial Services EV [100m EUR - 500m EUR] 04/2016

Target

TRIGO

Acquirer

ARDIAN

Context

Ardian entered into exclusive negotiations with IK Investment Partners to acquire a majority stake in Trigo Group. The transaction was structured as a partnership with the existing management team, which remained in place to drive the next phase of development. The deal aimed to support Trigo's international growth strategy and its consolidation of the global quality services market through strategic acquisitions across Europe, Asia, and the Americas. The investment provided the group with the long-term resources required to expand its service offering and strengthen its leadership in the aerospace and automotive verticals.

The transaction values TRIGO at an EV/Revenue multiple of LOGIN.

This transaction is part of the Business Services industry, which currently tracks an average EBITDA multiple of 11.3x since the beginning of 2026, a stable level compared to 2025. This data is based on contribution from our growing community, composed of M&A and Private Equity professionals, and has been verified by our team to ensure its accuracy.

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Target

Founded in 1997, Trigo is a global leader in quality management services for the manufacturing sector, particularly in the transportation industry. The company provides operational quality solutions, including inspection, auditing, and consulting services for major international manufacturers in the automotive, aerospace, and rail sectors.

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Other operations with TRIGO

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