Add-on Acquisition • Distribution

The CWS Group Acquires STAXS

On May 9, 2022, The CWS Group acquired distribution company STAXS from Silverfleet Capital

Acquisition Context
  • This is The CWS Group’s 2nd transaction in the Distribution sector.
  • This is The CWS Group’s 2nd transaction in the Netherlands.

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M&A Deal Summary

Date May 9, 2022
Target STAXS
Sector Distribution
Buyer(s) The CWS Group
Sellers(s) Silverfleet Capital
Deal Type Add-on Acquisition
Advisor(s) Harris Williams (Financial)

Target Company

STAXS

Heerenveen, Netherlands
STAXS is a value-added distributor of cleanroom consumables, supplying top-quality disinfectants & detergents, wipes, cleaning tools, gloves, and disposable garments, whilst also offering laundry services for cleanroom garments. STAXS was formed in 1995 and is based in Heerenveen, Netherlands.
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Buyer Overview 1

Buyer

The CWS Group

Duisburg, Germany

Category Company
Sector Consumer Products
DESCRIPTION

The CWS Group is a complete system provider in the solution areas of hygiene, floor care, workwear, fire safety, cleanrooms and healthcare. The company offers innovative, sustainable and digital rental solutions to ensure the improved health, safety and protection of its customers and their workforces.


Deal Context for Buyer #
Overall 2 of 2
Sector: Distribution 2 of 2
Type: Add-on Acquisition 2 of 2
Country: Netherlands 2 of 2
Year: 2022 1 of 1
PREVIOUS DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2019-08-09 Vendor International B.V.

Tilburg, Netherlands

Vendor is a supplier of hygiene solutions. Vendor is a washroom hygiene specialist, with a total service concept for a wide range of business segments, including industry, logistics, leisure and education.

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Seller Profile 1

SELLER

Silverfleet Capital

London, United Kingdom

Investor Investor


Category Private Equity Firm
Founded 1985
PE ASSETS 2.1B EUR
Size Large
Type Sector Agnostic
DESCRIPTION

Silverfleet Capital is an independent private equity firm that invests in market leading businesses in growing sectors. Silverfleet looks to acquire companies headquartered in Western Europe or US-based businesses with a substantial European presence. Target companies are typically valued between €75 and €500 million and operate in sectors spanning business and financial services, healthcare, leisure, and retail/consumer. Silverfleet Capital was formerly known as PPM Capital, operating under Prudential plc. Silverfleet has offices in London, Paris, Munich, and Chicago.


Deal Context for Seller #
Overall 39 of 42
Sector: Distribution 2 of 2
Type: Add-on Acquisition 12 of 13
Country: Netherlands 3 of 3
Year: 2022 5 of 8
PREVIOUS DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2022-04-11 Prefere Resins Group

Erkner, Germany

Prefere Resins Group develops, produces and sells liquid and solid phenolic resins and is one of the major producers in the European market. Phenolic resins are used in the insulation, construction, automotive and engineering industries. Prefere Resins Group is based in Erkner, Germany.

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FOLLOWING DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2022-09-15 La Fee Maraboutee

Roanne, France

La Fee Maraboutee is a wholesaler and retailer of women’s fashion, offering a wide variety of products. La Fee Maraboutee was founded in 1996 and is based in Roanne, France.

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