Brunel Laboratoria
Private Equity Round in 2022
Brunel Laboratoria is a privately owned pharmaceutical business based in South Africa. The company specializes in the distribution of pharmaceuticals and complementary medicines, as well as dispensary consumables. Brunel offers a diverse range of products, including oral health, haircare, and eye care items, along with vitamins, minerals, sun protection, lubricant gels, disinfectants, and probiotics. It operates from a custom-built distribution facility that is fully temperature and access-controlled, enabling efficient delivery of pharmaceutical products directly from manufacturers without reliance on third-party or wholesale distribution channels.
Inscape Education Group
Venture Round in 2021
Inscape Education Group is an education services provider based in Pretoria, South Africa. The company specializes in offering a range of educational programs, including postgraduate and undergraduate degrees, short courses, skills training, and distance learning options. Inscape Education Group focuses on enabling clients to pursue independent learning through its custom-developed software and applications, catering to diverse educational needs and promoting flexible learning opportunities.
Roos Foods
Private Equity Round in 2020
Roos Foods is a leading KFC franchisee in South Africa, having achieved considerable growth under founder, Selwyn Schaffer. One of the initial KFC franchisees in the country, Schaffer opened his first store in Middelburg in 1977. At present, Roos Foods holds a portfolio of 71 stores in a network spanning Mpumalanga, Limpopo, the North West and Gauteng.
Averge Technologies
Private Equity Round in 2019
Averge Technologies (Pty) Ltd, based in Midrand, South Africa, specializes in the distribution of a wide array of electrical equipment. Its product portfolio includes electrical equipment, live-work equipment, lithium batteries, power packs, solar products, DC power products, lightning protection equipment, surge protection solutions, and telecommunications products. The company caters to diverse industries such as energy, power, and telecommunications, supporting clients with critical equipment and solutions for their projects.
KEVRO
Private Equity Round in 2017
Kevro (Pty) Ltd. specializes in the wholesale and supply of clothing and gifts tailored for promotional companies, retailers, and event organizers across Africa. Founded in 1990 and based in Edenvale, South Africa, the company offers an extensive range of products including T-shirts, golf shirts, leisure wear, work wear, and various gifting items such as eco-lifestyle products and office accessories. Kevro operates under well-known brands, with BARRON being a flagship that emphasizes storytelling through branded merchandise. The company supports its resellers through close partnerships and has established a robust distribution network, featuring a head office in Johannesburg along with multiple distribution centers and branches both locally and internationally. Since being acquired by Ethos Private Equity in 2011, Kevro has focused on leveraging technology and innovation to enhance its competitive edge in the promotional marketing sector while maintaining high ethical standards and fostering a collaborative environment for its employees and partners.
Cristal Solutions
Acquisition in 2017
Cristal Solutions is a cleaning services provider based in Alberton, South Africa. The company offers a range of services that include hygiene management, pest control, recycling solutions, and specialized cleaning services. With a focus on maintaining cleanliness and promoting health and safety, Cristal Solutions caters to various clients by delivering tailored services to meet their specific needs. The company's commitment to quality and sustainability is evident in its diverse service offerings, which aim to create a cleaner and healthier environment for its customers.
MineRP
Venture Round in 2012
MineRP Holdings Proprietary Limited, founded in 1997 and based in Centurion, South Africa, develops innovative software solutions tailored for the mining industry. Formerly known as Graphic Mining Solutions International, the company specializes in a spatial big data platform that enhances productivity in mining operations by integrating various technical and financial applications. This platform facilitates seamless connections with enterprise resource planning systems, providing essential data for advanced analytics and optimization. Through its products, MineRP enables mining companies to amalgamate spatial mine technical information, fostering technical integration and cross-discipline collaboration to improve planning and operational efficiency.
Molapo Telecoms
Private Equity Round in 2006
Molapo Telecoms is an engineering services company specializing in telecommunications and electronic equipment. Established in 1996 and headquartered in Centurion, South Africa, with additional offices in Durban, Port Elizabeth, the United Kingdom, and the United States, the company offers a range of services, including equipment installations, commissioning, maintenance, and repairs. It provides specialized plant and facility maintenance, on-site repairs, and preventative maintenance solutions. Molapo Telecoms also engages in project management, overseeing project scheduling, implementation, and progress reporting. Additionally, the company offers reverse logistics for faulty equipment, including component repair, spare parts management, and tracking systems for items under repair. Its after-sales services cater to both operators and original equipment manufacturers, ensuring comprehensive support throughout the equipment lifecycle. The company has dispatch and screening centers located in South Africa and Europe.
Kwikot
Acquisition in 1999
Kwikot Limited is a manufacturer based in Benoni, South Africa, specializing in electric water heaters and a wide range of related accessories for both domestic and international markets. Established in 1903, the company produces various solar water heating systems tailored for different climates, including direct and indirect systems, as well as solar collector panels and vacuum tubes. Kwikot also offers heat transfer fluids, heat pumps, and various electric water heaters for residential and light commercial use. Additionally, the company supplies plumbing components such as pressure control valves, bulk hot water tanks, and drip trays, alongside commercial stainless steel products and domestic water purification filters. Kwikot is committed to sustainability and customization in its offerings, and it also provides training courses for plumbers on the installation and maintenance of its products.