M&A Deal Summary |
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|---|---|
| Date | 2021-07-07 |
| Target | U-POL |
| Sector | Chemicals |
| Buyer(s) | Axalta |
| Sellers(s) |
Dunedin
Graphite Capital |
| Deal Type | Add-on Acquisition |
| Deal Value | 590M USD |
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Axalta is a global manufacturer, marketer and distributor of advanced coating systems primarily for the transportation industry. The company comprises four segments: refinish, OEM, industrial liquid and powder. Axalta operates manufacturing sites on six continents, serving customers in 120 countries directly and through 4,000 distributors. Axalta Coating Systems was incorporated in 1866 and is based in Glen Mills, Pennsylvania.
| DEAL STATS | # |
|---|---|
| Overall | 13 of 15 |
| Sector (Chemicals) | 11 of 13 |
| Type (Add-on Acquisition) | 10 of 11 |
| Country (United Kingdom) | 3 of 3 |
| Year (2021) | 1 of 1 |
| Size (of disclosed) | 1 of 3 |
| DATE | TARGET | DEAL TYPE | VALUE |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-09-16 |
Capital Paints
Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates Capital Paints LLC is one of the largest paint manufacturers in the UAE. Capital Paints LLC are specialized in Powder Coatings and fully equipped with the latest machinery and instruments. |
Buy | - |
| DATE | TARGET | DEAL TYPE | VALUE |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-11-28 |
Andre Koch
Urdorf, Switzerland Andre Koch is a full-service provider and competence center of car refinish paints, products, services, and education offerings. Andre Koch is based in Urdorf, Switzerland. |
Buy | - |
| Category | Private Equity Firm |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1996 |
| PE ASSETS | 400M GBP |
| Size | Middle-Market |
| Type | Sector Agnostic |
Dunedin is a middle-market private equity firm focused on investments in the UK. Dunedin looks to invest in businesses with proven management, strong market positions/brands, positive cash-flow, significant barriers to entry, and strong opportunities for growth. Dunedin seeks businesses valued from £20 to £100 million. Targeted sectors include construction, building materials, consumer products/services, financial services, healthcare, leisure, specialist manufacturing, and support services. Dunedin was formed in 1996 and is based in Edinburgh with an additional office in London.
| DEAL STATS | # |
|---|---|
| Overall | 32 of 34 |
| Sector (Chemicals) | 1 of 1 |
| Type (Add-on Acquisition) | 11 of 12 |
| Country (United Kingdom) | 31 of 33 |
| Year (2021) | 2 of 2 |
| Size (of disclosed) | 1 of 10 |
| DATE | TARGET | DEAL TYPE | VALUE |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021-02-08 |
Formaplex
Havant, United Kingdom Formaplex is a dynamic manufacturing company that utilizes innovative processes with 'state of the art' manufacturing techniques to deliver cost-effective, superior tooling and component solutions for the plastics and composites industry. The company support high-profile customers across a variety of sectors, including automotive, aerospace, defense, motorsport, and commercial industry. It provides a fully integrated service capability including manufacturing of tooling and supply of injection-molded plastic components and composite parts to meet our customer’s delivery schedules. Component parts are supplied as individual items, complete assemblies, and where required, finished and painted. Formaplex was formed in 2001 and is based in Havant, United Kingdom. |
Sell | - |
| DATE | TARGET | DEAL TYPE | VALUE |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-03-29 |
Acquis
Newport, United Kingdom Acquis is an independent insurance broker and administrator that provides specialist solutions to the finance and leasing industry. Acquis was founded in 2009 and is based in Newport, United Kingdom. |
Sell | - |
| Category | Private Equity Firm |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1981 |
| PE ASSETS | 1.2B GBP |
| Size | Large |
| Type | Sector Agnostic |
Graphite Capital is a private equity firm that seeks mid-market investments in the UK. Target sectors include retail and consumer, manufacturing, services and distribution, financial services, healthcare, leisure, and property. The Firm looks for transactions valued from £30 to £150 million. Prospective transaction situations typically include management buyouts/buy-ins of corporate spin-offs or privately held companies. The Firm also considers roll-outs and consolidation strategies. Graphite Capital was originally formed in 1981 and became independent in 2001. Graphite is based in London.
| DEAL STATS | # |
|---|---|
| Overall | 64 of 68 |
| Sector (Chemicals) | 3 of 3 |
| Type (Add-on Acquisition) | 13 of 15 |
| Country (United Kingdom) | 61 of 65 |
| Year (2021) | 2 of 2 |
| Size (of disclosed) | 1 of 25 |
| DATE | TARGET | DEAL TYPE | VALUE |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021-07-01 |
Wonderbly
London, United Kingdom Wonderbly is a publishing platform for personalized children’s books. The company is also developing innovative personalized products for third-party clients. As a digital, direct-to-consumer publisher, Wonderbly sells its books in more than 150 countries, with international sales accounting for over 85 percent of its revenues. Wonderbly was formed in 2012 and is based in London, United Kingdom. |
Buy | - |
| DATE | TARGET | DEAL TYPE | VALUE |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021-11-15 |
Opus Talent Solutions
Bristol, United Kingdom Opus Talent Solutions is a global recruitment business specializing in the technology and renewable energy markets. Opus Talent Solutions was founded in 2008 and is based in Bristol, United Kingdom. |
Buy | - |
