Global investment firm Carlyle has used its Global Credit platform to provide a financing package of €290m to support Mecachrome Group (Mecachrome), a European designer and manufacturer of high-precision components serving the aerospace and defence sectors.
Founded in 1937, Mecachrome is a global tier-1 supplier of high-precision aerostructure and engine components, supporting mission-critical programs across commercial aerospace, defence and motor sports. The company combines engineering expertise with fully integrated machining and assembly capabilities, operating a network of more than 20 manufacturing sites across Europe, North America and North Africa.
Tikehau Capital has been Mecachrome’s majority shareholder since 2020, having partnered with Bpifrance. Since launching its aerospace, defence, and digital security investment platform in 2018, Tikehau has formed partnerships with Airbus, Safran, Dassault Aviation, and Thales, which have invested in its sector-focussed strategies.
The package will help to refinance the company’s existing indebtedness and provide additional capital to support Mecachrome through organic growth initiatives, including expanding its manufacturing capabilities, and strategic acquisitions.
The deal further highlights Carlyle Global Credit’s growing activity in the French market, building on recent financings including Argon, Fitness Park and ADDEV.
