IK Partners
IK Partners is a private equity firm founded in 1989 and headquartered in London, United Kingdom, with additional offices across Europe. The firm specializes in growth capital, leveraged buyouts, and add-on acquisitions, focusing on mid-market companies in mature industries. IK Partners primarily invests in engineering, manufacturing, healthcare, consumer goods, and business services, among other sectors. The firm targets investments in divisions of larger groups, private or family-owned businesses, and public companies, with a strong preference for companies based in Europe, particularly in Central and Eastern Europe, Scandinavia, and the DACH region. IK Partners typically makes equity investments ranging from €50 million to €750 million in companies with enterprise values between €100 million and €500 million, and revenues of €50 million to €1 billion. The firm generally seeks to acquire a majority stake and aims to have a board presence in its portfolio companies. Notably, IK Partners avoids investments in sectors related to gambling, tobacco, and other areas that may contribute to human rights violations or environmental non-compliance.
Acture Group
Acquisition in 2020
Acture Groep is a Dutch company that specializes in providing social security services to corporate and temporary staffing agencies. Founded in 2008 and based in Nijmegen, the company manages cases of workforce illness and disability, conducts health assessments, and offers administration and reintegration services. Additionally, Acture Groep provides insurance advice and ensures compliance with social security legislation. Its innovative approach positions it as a valuable partner for organizations seeking to effectively manage employee health-related challenges.
2Connect B.V.
Acquisition in 2018
2Connect B.V. is a Dutch company based in Waalwijk, founded in 2000. The firm specializes in the design, development, and production of cables, connectors, electronic packaging, and interconnection modules. Its products cater to various industries, including automotive, healthcare, and sensors, addressing a wide array of applications within these sectors.
Optimum Group
Acquisition in 2018
A diverse group of printing companies, specialized in the field of UV flexo and digital printing, together they form a strong top three player in the Benelux self-adhesive label and flexible packaging market. The group primarily serves customers in the food, retail, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, home & personal care, logistics and chemical industries. Optimum Group™ Member companies are: Etiket Nederland, Vila Etiketten, Specialised Printer Max. Aarts, W&R Etiketten and Express Printing Business (EPB) in Belgium. The management of the companies will continue to be closely involved, and will jointly be responsible for the group which has been formed. The company names Etiket Nederland, Vila Etiketten, Specialised Printer Max. Aarts, W&R Etiketten and EPB will continue to be used. The companies will continue to operate independently, and will remain based at their current locations. The services of Etiket Nederland, Vila Etiketten, Specialised Printer Max. Aarts, W&R Etiketten and EPB to their existing customer base, will be fully guaranteed.
Signature Foods
Acquisition in 2015
Signature Foods is a food franchise brand based in Hilversum, Netherlands, specializing in fresh spreads, dips, tapas, salads, and other food products. The company operates a chain of franchises that focuses on delivering a diverse range of quality food items, catering to various consumer tastes and preferences. By emphasizing fresh ingredients and innovative recipes, Signature Foods aims to provide a unique dining experience while maintaining a strong presence in the competitive food market.
Veritas Petroleum Services
Acquisition in 2013
Veritas Petroleum Services is a global provider of testing, inspection, and advisory services, operating five laboratories strategically located in the Netherlands, Singapore, Houston, Fujairah, and Manchester. The company specializes in fuel quality testing, bunker quantity surveys, oil condition monitoring, and transformer oil testing, among other services. By offering these solutions, Veritas Petroleum Services assists clients in the marine, power, and renewable sectors to optimize their operational performance. The company focuses on helping its customers improve fuel management, reduce fuel costs, enhance operational efficiency, and comply with environmental regulations.
Welzorg Netherlands
Acquisition in 2002
Welzorg Netherlands is a distributor of mobility aids for elderly and disabled people in the Netherlands, Denmark, and Sweden.
Continental Bakeries
Acquisition in 1999
Continental Bakeries B.V. is a prominent European producer and distributor of biscuits, bread replacements, and toasts, established in 1825 and headquartered in Dordrecht, the Netherlands. The company specializes in the production and sale of a diverse range of products, including sandwich biscuits, shortcake biscuits, oat flake cookies, breakfast biscuits, and various types of toasts and snacks. While it primarily focuses on private label products, Continental Bakeries also markets its own brands. The company has a strong presence in Western Europe, particularly in countries such as Germany, France, Sweden, and the Benelux region, where it supplies products to leading retailers. Continental Bakeries is recognized for its extensive product portfolio, commitment to high quality, and strong relationships with customers, which contribute to its competitive advantage in the bakery sector.
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