Ambienta’s No Dig Alliance Picks up Sweden’s JS Drilling Solutions
Ambienta’s No Dig Alliance has acquired Sweden’s JS Drilling Solutions, a specialist in underground pipe installation. The deal integrates JS Drilling’s trenchless expertise into Ambienta’s growing portfolio of no‑dig technologies. The acquisition broadens Ambienta’s geographic reach into the Nordic region and enhances its service offering for infrastructure projects. It marks a strategic move to capture rising demand for low‑impact pipe‑laying methods across Europe.
Behind the Scenes of the GHO and CBC Healthcare Merger
GHO and CBC announced a merger that will create the world’s largest healthcare private‑equity investor. The combined entity will pool billions of dollars in capital, linking deal flow from Western markets with fast‑growing opportunities in Asia. Co‑chief executives say the...
Ardian Taps Mark Benedetti as Co-CEO
Ardian, the €150 billion‑asset private‑equity firm, announced Mark Benedetti as its new co‑CEO. Benedetti, who joined Ardian two decades ago, has chaired the executive committee since September 2023. The appointment follows a strategic decision to split the chief‑executive role, pairing Benedetti...
New Mountain-Backed Swoop Snaps up Prescription Management Platform Nimble
Swoop, a healthcare engagement platform backed by New Mountain Capital, announced the acquisition of Nimble, a prescription‑management solution. The deal, terms undisclosed, adds Rx‑refill automation and EHR integration to Swoop’s suite. By merging Nimble’s technology, Swoop aims to broaden its...
Wise Equity Invests in Snowboarding Brand Capita-Union Group’s Holding Company Core
Wise Equity has taken an equity stake in Core, the holding company of snowboarding brand Capita-Union Group. The investment is aimed at fueling Capita's growth and product development as the brand expands internationally. CEO Martino Fumagalli will stay at the...
Avista and Damier to Acquire Vitamins Company Sanotact
Avista and the Damier Group announced the acquisition of Sanotact, a Belgian manufacturer of vitamins and dietary supplements. The deal adds European production capacity to Avista’s growing supplement portfolio while giving Damier’s family office a strategic foothold in the nutraceutical...
One Bow River Backs Aerospace Company PteroDynamics
Venture capital firm One Bow River announced an investment in aerospace startup PteroDynamics. The capital will accelerate development and flight testing of PteroDynamics' new transwing VTOL unmanned aircraft systems. It also supports scaling of manufacturing operations to meet anticipated demand....
KKR to Sell Circor Aerospace to Parker Hannifin for $2.55bn
Private equity firm KKR announced the sale of Circor Aerospace to industrial automation leader Parker Hannifin for $2.55 billion. KKR originally bought the entire Circor group for $1.8 billion in 2023, but will retain the company's naval and industrial divisions. The transaction...
Anthropic and PE-Backed AI-Native Enterprise Services Firm Acquires Fractional AI
A newly formed AI‑native enterprise services firm, financed by Anthropic and a consortium of private‑equity investors—including Goldman Sachs, General Atlantic, Leonard Green & Partners, Apollo Global Management, GIC, and Sequoia Capital—has announced the acquisition of Fractional AI. The deal brings...
PE-Backed Authentic Brands Group to Acquire Denim Brand Lee
Authentic Brands Group, a private‑equity‑backed brand and entertainment platform, announced the acquisition of iconic denim label Lee. While financial terms were not disclosed, the deal adds Lee to ABG’s expanding apparel portfolio that already includes Wrangler and other heritage brands....
McNally-Backed Foundral Acquires Mechanical Contracting Firm A. Hattersley & Sons
Foundral, a family of mechanical contracting firms backed by private‑equity partner McNally, announced the acquisition of A. Hattersley & Sons. The deal adds a well‑established regional contractor to Foundral's portfolio, broadening its geographic reach and service capabilities. While financial terms...
ACP-Backed Marco Snaps up Pride Seals
Marco, a specialty component maker of rubber, plastic, and metal parts, announced the acquisition of Pride Seals, a provider of sealing solutions. The deal is backed by private‑equity firm ACP, which has been actively investing in industrial manufacturers. By adding...
Gryphon-Backed Southern Home Services Acquires Blazer Heating, Air & Plumbing
Southern Home Services, a Gryphon Capital‑backed consolidator of home‑service brands, announced the acquisition of Blazer Heating, Air & Plumbing. The deal adds Blazer’s network of technicians and service locations to Southern Home’s existing footprint across the Southeast, Midwest and Mid‑Atlantic....
Nautic-Backed Integrated Home Care Services Scoops up Dina Care
Integrated Home Care Services, a Miramar‑based in‑home benefit manager backed by private‑equity firm Nautilus Capital, announced the acquisition of Dina Care, a regional provider of senior‑focused home health and personal care services. The deal, terms undisclosed, expands Integrated’s footprint into...
Salt Creek Acquires Medical Device Firm MML Diagnostics Packaging
Salt Creek Investment Partners announced the acquisition of MML Diagnostics Packaging, a specialist provider of sterile medical device packaging. The deal adds a proven supplier to Salt Creek’s growing healthcare portfolio. Concurrently, Geoffrey Pestes, who has overseen MML’s operations for...
Wynnchurch-Backed EMS Snaps up American Metals Supply
Wynnchurch Capital-backed EMS, a Florida-based distributor of aluminum products, has completed the acquisition of American Metals Supply. The transaction, terms undisclosed, adds a complementary portfolio of aluminum alloys and expands EMS's geographic reach. The deal integrates American Metals' established customer...
Sverica to Sell Agentic AI Firm WinWire to NTT Data
Sverica, the growth‑equity firm that backed WinWire in April 2021, is exiting its investment by selling the agentic AI specialist to NTT Data. The transaction, whose financial terms were not disclosed, aligns with NTT Data’s strategy to deepen its portfolio...
Behind the Music: How Pophouse Acquired Tina Turner’s Catalog and Legacy
Swedish entertainment firm Pophouse has purchased the entire Tina Turner music catalog along with her name, image and likeness (NIL) rights. The deal gives Pophouse control over the late superstar’s recordings, publishing and brand assets. Pophouse plans to revitalize the...
Charlesbank-Backed Tecomet and Nordic-Backed Orchid Orthopedic Solutions Complete Merger
Charlesbank-backed Tecomet and Nordic-backed Orchid Orthopedic Solutions have finalized a merger, creating a unified entity that will continue under the Tecomet brand. The deal combines Tecomet's orthopedic implant portfolio with Orchid's surgical solutions, expanding product breadth and geographic reach. Both...
HIG Capital Snaps up International Aerospace Coatings
HIG Capital announced the acquisition of International Aerospace Coatings (IAC), a specialist supplier of protective and performance‑enhancing coatings for aircraft. IAC’s customer base spans original equipment manufacturers, major airlines, and maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) providers. The private‑equity firm said...
Fusion Capital-Backed Relevant Acquires Systems Integration Firm Automation Werx
Relevant, a Houston‑based provider of flow‑control solutions backed by private‑equity firm Fusion Capital, announced the acquisition of Automation Werx, a specialist systems‑integration company. The deal expands Relevant’s capabilities beyond hardware into turnkey automation services for its diverse end‑market base. By...
PE Seeks Pharmaceutical and Life Sciences Consulting Firms: 7 Deals
Private equity firms are actively pursuing add‑on acquisitions in the pharmaceutical and life‑sciences consulting space, with seven deals currently in the pipeline. Blackstone, Audax, Bridgepoint and Baird are among the most vocal bidders, each targeting niche advisory platforms that serve...
Balance Point Injects Capital Into Jewelry Retail Software Provider The Edge
Balance Point has injected fresh capital into The Edge, a software platform that powers jewelry retailers, as part of Serent Capital’s recent acquisition of the company. The undisclosed investment will be used to accelerate product development, broaden the customer base,...
General Atlantic Invests in PowerGEM
General Atlantic has entered a financing round for PowerGEM, a developer of high‑pressure hydrogen storage systems. The firm joins existing investor TA Associates, which has supported PowerGEM since 2024. The new capital is earmarked for scaling production capacity and expanding...
Quad-C Management Invests in Furniture and Wallcovering Designer Thibaut
Quad-C Management, a private‑equity firm focused on consumer brands, has taken an equity stake in Thibaut, the high‑end furniture and wallcovering designer. Thibaut markets its collections under four labels—Thibaut, Anna French, Coraggio, and Rosemary Hallgarten—catering to luxury residential and hospitality...
William Blair Seeks Expertise via Inner Circle Sports Acquisition Amid M&A Boom
William Blair announced the acquisition of Inner Circle Sports, a boutique firm specializing in sports franchise valuations. The move is timed with a broader surge in merger‑and‑acquisition activity across niche industries. By integrating Inner Circle’s expertise, William Blair aims to...
Mubadala’s Zouhir Regragui: Supply-Demand Imbalances Driving Capital Allocation; Breakthrough for EQT on Intertek Take-Private
Private equity firm EQT is pursuing a take‑private transaction for Intertek, the London‑listed provider of testing, inspection and certification services. The deal, valued at roughly $10 billion, would take Intertek private and expand EQT’s footprint in high‑growth, recurring‑revenue businesses. Mubadala’s chief...
Blackstone and Halliburton to Invest $1bn in VoltaGrid
Blackstone and Halliburton are jointly investing $1 billion in VoltaGrid, a startup that builds behind‑the‑meter power generation systems. The capital will fast‑track deployment of modular generators for data centers, microgrids and heavy‑industry applications. VoltaGrid’s technology promises on‑site electricity, grid resilience and...
Five Arrows-Backed BioPhorum Scoops up PharmaX Solutions
BioPhorum, a London‑based biopharma consultancy, announced the acquisition of PharmaX Solutions, a specialist data‑analytics firm for drug development. The deal was financed by Five Arrows Capital, a venture investor with a track record in life‑science platforms. By merging PharmaX’s technology...
Technology Is Helping PE Investors Tap Into Sports Fandoms, Says Dynasty Equity’s Don Cornwell; Why Dealmakers Should Never Skip an...
Dynasty Equity CEO Don Cornwell says technology is reshaping private‑equity investment in the sports ecosystem. Advanced data analytics, digital ticketing and fan‑engagement platforms let investors monetize fandoms more precisely than ever. Cornwell highlights that Dynasty’s portfolio—from franchise ownership to league‑adjacent...
Mayfair Equity Partners to Sell OVO Retail Energy Business to EON
Mayfair Equity Partners has agreed to sell its OVO retail energy business to German utility E.ON. The transaction includes OVO's operating company, its approximately 1.5 million UK residential customers, and the OVO brand name. While the financial terms were not disclosed,...
AnaCap Launches Italian Professional Services Platform Titan
AnaCap has launched Titan, a new Italian professional‑services platform, to consolidate fragmented advisory firms. Titan announced a deal to acquire a majority stake in Cattaneo Dall’Olio Rho Tax & Legal Group, a boutique tax and legal practice. The move positions...
Dominus-Backed Seaga Manufacturing Snaps up Three Square Market
Seaga Manufacturing, backed by private‑equity firm Dominus, announced the acquisition of Three Square Market, a fast‑growing fresh‑food retail chain. The deal adds over 30 Midwest locations to Seaga’s portfolio, extending its automated retail platform into grocery. Integration will combine Seaga’s...
Providence Equity-Backed 365 Retail Markets Acquires Retail Tech Firm Cantaloupe
Providence Equity‑backed 365 Retail Markets announced the acquisition of Cantaloupe, a retail‑technology provider headquartered in Troy, Michigan. The deal adds Cantaloupe’s software suite to 365’s existing portfolio of point‑of‑sale and inventory solutions. While financial terms were not disclosed, the move...
QIA Commits $500m to General Atlantic’s Global Growth Investment Strategies
Qatar Investment Authority (QIA) has pledged $500 million to General Atlantic’s global growth investment platform. The sovereign wealth fund will work alongside the private‑equity firm on thematic research and market‑insight initiatives. The capital is earmarked for General Atlantic’s growth‑stage investments across...
‘War Effect’ Complicating Defense Deal Valuations, Says Houlihan Lokey; EQT’s Third Offer for Intertek Rejected
Private equity firm EQT's third attempt to acquire Intertek, the global testing and certification provider, was turned down by the board, ending a series of increasingly aggressive bids. Houlihan Lokey warned that ongoing wars, particularly in Europe, are adding valuation...
Brightstar Invests in Simon Eye Holdings
Brightstar, the global mobile‑device lifecycle services firm, announced a strategic investment in UK‑based ophthalmic imaging company Simon Eye Holdings. The capital injection will support Simon Eye’s product development and market expansion. CEO Edward DiMartino will remain at the helm, and...
Siris to Reap 3x Return on Equiniti in Sale to Bullish, Sources Say
Siris is set to sell its Equiniti business to Bullish, a deal that Siris expects will generate roughly a three‑times return on its original investment. The transaction underscores Siris’s belief that demand for tokenized US dollars will naturally extend to...
Silversmith-Backed Med Tech Snaps up Health Tech Firm Avarion
Silversmith‑backed Med Tech Services (MTS) announced the acquisition of health‑tech firm Avarion, a Valencia, California‑based provider of analytics and patient‑engagement tools. The deal, terms undisclosed, expands MTS’s managed healthcare IT platform and deepens its data‑driven service offering. By integrating Avarion’s...
Carlyle and Diversified Energy to Acquire Andarko Basin Oil Assets From Camino for $1.2bn
Carlyle Group and Diversified Energy have agreed to purchase Camino's Andarko Basin oil assets for $1.2 billion. The transaction adds roughly 100 undeveloped inventory locations in a prolific development zone, bringing Diversified's Oklahoma footprint to more than 450 sites. The deal...
PE-Backed Pye-Barker Scoops up AAA Fire Extinguisher Co
Pye‑Barker, a private‑equity‑backed fire‑protection and security services firm based in Alpharetta, Georgia, announced the acquisition of AAA Fire Extinguisher Co. The deal adds a dedicated fire‑extinguisher manufacturer to Pye‑Barker’s service portfolio. By integrating AAA’s product line, Pye‑Barker can offer end‑to‑end...
SVP Acquires Power Generation Facility New Frontera Holdings
SVP has completed the acquisition of the power generation facility owned by New Frontera Holdings, converting its earlier creditor position into outright ownership. The firm’s initial exposure came through a first‑lien term loan that financed Frontera before the company’s 2021...
Siris Acquires Renewable Energy Services Provider Takkion From Apollo
Siris Capital announced the acquisition of renewable‑energy services firm Takkion from Apollo, ending Apollo’s ownership that began in 2020. The transaction terms were not disclosed, but the deal adds Takkion’s solar and wind operations‑and‑maintenance platform to Siris’ growing clean‑tech portfolio....
ParkSouth-Backed Infinite Acquires Dukas Linden Public Relations
Infinite, a communications and reputation management firm backed by private equity firm ParkSouth, announced the acquisition of Dukas Linden Public Relations. The deal adds a boutique PR agency with a strong client roster in technology and consumer sectors. Integration will...
Kainos-Backed Colorado Premium Scoops up Old Hickory Smokehouse
Colorado Premium, a protein supplier backed by private‑equity firm Kainos, announced the acquisition of Old Hickory Smokehouse, a regional smoked‑meat producer. The deal adds a line of premium smoked products to Colorado Premium’s existing foodservice, retail, direct‑to‑consumer and industrial offerings....
Exclusive: Baird Capital to Test Buyout Market for Water Treatment Firm Cleanwater1, Sources Say
Baird Capital is preparing to test the buyout market for Cleanwater1, a water‑treatment firm that reported $40 million of EBITDA last year. Analysts estimate the company could command a 15‑to‑17 times EBITDA multiple at exit, implying a valuation between $600 million and...
Godspeed-Backed NextPoint Picks up UScontracting
NextPoint (NPG), a Herndon, Virginia‑based provider of technology and mission‑enablement solutions for the intelligence and defense sectors, has secured a U.S. government contracting award. The deal is backed by venture capital firm Godspeed, underscoring the firm’s confidence in NPG’s capabilities....
L Squared Appoints Philip Gunn as Operating Executive
L Squared has hired Philip Gunn as its new operating executive. In this role he will partner with the firm’s investment team to scout and execute a thematic buy‑and‑build platform targeting the aerospace, space and defense sectors. The appointment signals...
Frazier Healthcare-Backed CareTria Acquires Digital Pharmacy CaryHealth
CareTria, backed by Frazier Healthcare, announced the acquisition of CaryHealth, a digital pharmacy platform. The deal adds prescription‑fulfillment and medication‑management capabilities to CareTria’s therapy‑initiation services for pharmaceutical partners. CaryHealth’s technology will be woven into CareTria’s existing workflow, aiming to streamline...
Montage Partners Invests in Live Events Production Services Firm Lighten Up
Montage Partners announced an investment in Lighten Up, a live‑events production services firm. Founder and president Nathan Megaw will retain a meaningful ownership stake and continue as CEO. The capital will fund expansion into hybrid and virtual event capabilities. The...