Growth Capital • Software

Valedo Partners and Armada Invest In SmartCraft

On March 3, 2017, growth capital firm Valedo Partners and mezzanine finance firm Armada invested in software company SmartCraft

Investment Context
  • This is Valedo Partners’ 2nd and Armada’s 2nd transaction in the Software sector.
  • This is Valedo Partners’ 2nd and Armada’s 5th transaction in Norway.
Investment Fate
  • SmartCraft went public in 2021.

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Investment Summary

Date March 3, 2017
Target SmartCraft
Sector Software
Investor(s) Valedo Partners
Armada
Deal Type Growth Capital

Target Company

SmartCraft

Hønefoss, Norway
SmartCraft is a provider of ERP systems for craftsmen to make cost reduction, and efficiency improvement and made small and medium-sized businesses competitive. The SmartCraft system is a core to success for everyone in the entrepreneurial business, crafts, and trade. SmartCraft was formed in 1987 and is based in Hønefoss, Norway.
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Investors Overview 2

Investor

Valedo Partners

Stockholm, Sweden

Category Growth Capital Firm
Founded 2006
PE ASSETS 419M USD
Size Middle-Market
Type Sector Agnostic
DESCRIPTION

Valedo Partners is an independent Swedish private equity firm focused on making growth oriented investments in industrial companies located throughout Scandinavia. Target businesses are typically well-established and profitable with revenues of SEK 100 to SEK 500 million. Valedo will not invest in start-ups or businesses active in the defense or tobacco industries. Valedo Partners was formed in 2006 and is based in Stockholm.


Deal Context for Investor #
Overall 21 of 30
Sector: Software 2 of 4
Type: Growth Capital 9 of 16
Country: Norway 2 of 5
Year: 2017 2 of 4
PREVIOUS DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2017-01-31 JOBmeal

Umeå, Sweden

JOBmeal is a dedicated out-of-home coffee business offering a range of office coffee solutions to customers in Sweden and Finland. JOBmeal was established in 2000 and is headquartered in Stockholm.

Buy -
FOLLOWING DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2017-04-07 BRP Systems

Linköping, Sweden

BRP Systems provides ERP software for operators in the leisure sector, primarily fitness facilities as well as bath-, spa- and conference facilities. BRP Systems was founded in 2004 and is based in Linköping, Sweden.

Buy -
Investor

Armada

Helsinki, Finland

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Category Mezzanine Finance Firm
Founded 2000
PE ASSETS 500M EUR
Size Middle-Market
Type Sector Agnostic
DESCRIPTION

Armada Mezzanine is an independent mezzanine firm focused on financing buyouts, recapitalizations, and expansions of small and medium-sized Nordic companies. Armada generally targets companies valued from €20 to €150 million with stable cash-flows, attractive growth opportunities, and sustainable competitive advantages. Sectors of interest include industrial products, services, and technology. Armada Mezzanine was established in 2000 and has offices in Helsinki and Stockholm.


Deal Context for Investor #
Overall 22 of 28
Sector: Software 2 of 2
Type: Growth Capital 4 of 6
Country: Norway 5 of 5
Year: 2017 1 of 2
PREVIOUS DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2016-11-30 Holmes Place Health Clubs

Berlin, Germany

Holmes Place Health Clubs GmbH is a fitness chain company offering ambiance with modern equipment and wellness & SPA areas. Holmes Place Health Clubs is based in Berlin, Germany.

Buy -
FOLLOWING DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2017-06-13 Silmäasema Fennica Oy

Helsinki, Finland

Silmäasema Fennica Oy provides eye care services and optician chain. Silmäasema Fennica is based in Helsinki, Finland.

Sell -

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