OpenGate Capital, a global private equity firm, has completed the acquisition of AICO, an Italian manufacturer of residential stoves, fireplaces, boilers and cookers from Ambienta SGR, a European private equity group. Terms of the transaction have not been disclosed.
OpenGate Capital Founder and CEO, Andrew Nikou, says: “An integral part of our full potential operational strategy is to drive value into the businesses we acquire through add-on acquisitions that have the potential of offering new products or can provide access to new markets. AICO represents these elements and we are excited with the opportunity to expand on Jøtul’s rising growth with this add-on.”
AICO offers a wide range of premium home heating products that are energy efficient and utilise pellets, a renewable energy source. The business features two well-established brands, Ravelli and Elledi, and they are exported to more than 40 countries. Headquartered in Palazzolo sull’Oglio, Italy, AICO’s 150 employees oversee the design, manufacturing and in-house testing to ensure all products comply with European quality, safety, and environmental compliance standards.
