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Investcorp is to acquire specialist Italian retailer Dainese for an enterprise value of EUR130 million.
Founder and president Lino Dainese is to retain a minority stake in the business alongside Investcorp.
Founded in 1972, Dainese is a recognised brand for safety and quality in the motorcycle and other dynamic sports market. Originally famed for its competitive motorcycling racing wear, Dainese has subsequently diversified its product range and today provides protective gear for road and racing, as well as for use in winter sports, biking and horse riding. In addition, through the AGV brand name, Dainese is a protective helmet manufacturer
EPIC Ventures has appointed venture capitalist and business executive Damon Kirchmeier as a director.
He will play a lead role in identifying and funding promising early-stage companies.
“Damon and EPIC have collaborated on projects for more than 10 years and knowing his extensive background in early-stage investments, we could not be more excited to have him join the EPIC team,” says Kent Madsen, a managing director of EPIC Ventures. “Damon has shown an impressive ability to guide a company financially, operationally and strategically, and adds substantial strength to our team.”
Kirchmeier joins EPIC with more than 17 years
AGI Global Holdings Coöperatief and AGI-Shorewood Group US Holdings (together ASG) are to sell their North American and Asian print businesses to Multi Packaging Solutions (MPS).
The acquisition of ASG, a manufacturer of print and packaging in the US, Canada, Mexico and China, will further expand MPS’ global network and customer base.
Marc Shore, CEO of Multi Packaging Solutions, says: “We are pleased about the addition of ASG to the MPS family. Both companies share a common vision: to provide innovative products of the highest quality to serve our customers on a local and global basis. We look forward
UK based investment bank Liberum and research firm AltFi Data have launched the first equity index tracking the world’s leading financial services disruptors – the Liberum AltFi Financial Disruptors Index (LAFDI).
Rupert Taylor, CEO of AltFi Data, says: “With the imminent blockbuster IPO of Lending Club, the leading peer-to-peer lender, we believe it is important that equity investors have access to an index that comprehensively tracks the world’s leading financial services disruptors listed on the main exchanges of the developed world. The rise of non-bank and P2P lending crowdfunding, and related fintech businesses has galvanised many investors, as they begin
Mérieux Développement is expanding its activities by creating a second evergreen vehicle, with a total commitment of EUR150 million sponsored by Institut Mérieux.
As part of a long-term partnership agreement, Sienna Capital, a company controlled by Groupe Bruxelles Lambert (GBL), has committed an initial amount of EUR75 million, mostly dedicated to the new vehicle established.
Mérieux Développement will deploy substantial new capital within the healthcare and nutrition sectors in growth capital as well as venture capital. To support this expansion, Mérieux Développement recently opened permanent offices in the US and appointed Christine Demode as chief financial officer.
“We
Ambienta SGR has held the final close of Ambienta II at EUR323.5 million.
The fund closed above its target of EUR300 million and ahead of schedule.
Investors comprised leading institutions from around the world, including pension funds, insurance companies, funds of funds and family offices in Europe and the US. Notable limited partners included international LPs such as the European Investment Fund, Generali, HarbourVest, Hermes, Pantheon, RobecoSAM, Stafford Capital Partners, Unigestion and Zurich Insurance Group, as well as Italian LPs such as CNPADC, Fondazione Enasarco, Intesa Sanpaolo, Fondo Italiano di Investimento, and Poste Vita.
The fund will continue
Salvepar has invested EUR12 million in a bond financing of ITAS TIM, a subsidiary of the ITAS group.
ITAS is a French industrial family group created in 1989, operating as telecom supplier, manufacturer and project manager.
Founded in 2008, ITAS TIM is a French “TowerCo” which currently owns over 380 stations in France. ITAS TIM mainly offers Digital Terrestrial Television (DTT) and radio broadcasting services. ITAS TIM also offers its stations to other DTT/radio operators and provides installation services to all operators.
This financing has been structured in partnership with Tikehau IM, the asset management company owned by
Equities First Holdings, a specialist in alternative shareholder financing solutions, has acquired the Australian offices of Meridian Equity Partners.
EFH now operates six facilities on four continents. Operations in Australia will continue under the name Equities First Holdings (Australia) Pty Ltd.
“Today’s acquisition marks a milestone in the global growth plan of Equities First Holdings. We are excited at the opportunity to deliver our trusted services and expertise to a broader consumer base,” says Al Christy, founder and president of EFH. “With six offices that serve clients in North America, Asia, Europe, and now Australia; we are able to
Shore Capital Partners has completed the recapitalisation of Oak View Animal Hospital, Patton Chapel Animal Clinic and Williams Animal Hospital to form Southern Veterinary Partners (SVP).
The company provides general practice veterinary services to companion animals including vaccinations, surgery, wellness exams, oncology, ophthalmology, allergy treatment and dermatology.
Headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama, Southern Veterinary Partners plans to pursue a roll-up of animal hospitals in the Southeast. Shore has partnered with Dr Jay Price, a veterinarian and the owner of Oak View, Patton Chapel and Williams, to be CEO of the platform.
“We are thrilled about the partnership with Dr
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