Fran Hidalgo-Barquero, Partner at ALBIA IMAP First of all, it should be noted that although the interest of Private Equity funds in Spain is a relatively new phenomenon, this is not the case in other geographies. In countries such as the United Kingdom, this sector, across all its segments, is well established among this type […]
The mergers and acquisitions (M&A) market in Spain continues to show strong momentum in 2026, with significant deals across sectors such as industrials, aerospace, technology, healthcare, and logistics. Below is an overview of some of the most notable transactions. New Players and International Investment in Spain Menako Capital – Operator Investors has launched operations
Agri-food sector becomes a “safe haven” with a 15% increase in M&A in the first quarter Published by: EFEAGRO May 25, 2026 The mergers and acquisitions (M&A) market in the agri-food sector, considered a “safe haven” in times of uncertainty, is on the rise in 2026 after growing by 15% in the first
Business Breakfast: Current Challenges in the Agro-Food Sector This week we held a new business breakfast focused on the agro-food sector, where we explored the main corporate challenges facing the AGRO industry alongside leading experts. Grupo MIRAT: Over 280 Years in the AGRO Industry Our special guest was Enrique Gómez Navarro, CEO of Grupo MIRAT,
Albia has been recognized with the IME Commitment Award, granted by IME Business School during a ceremony held at the University of Salamanca, further reinforcing its dedication to business continuity and responsible leadership. Recognizing Commitment to Business Continuity Yesterday was an emotional afternoon for us as we received the IME Commitment Award, a recognition
The Role of Private Equity and Family Offices in Spain Both Private Equity and Family Offices are gaining prominence in the Spanish market due to their ability to enhance business competitiveness. Their approach goes beyond capital: they aim to generate sustainable value and support companies through transformation and expansion processes. Trends in Investment and Business
Avanta (H.I.G. Capital) will acquire VITALY (Artá Capital, Corpfin Capital), a leading occupational health and safety provider in Iberia. The combined entity aims to accelerate international expansion, leverage operational synergies, and become a market leader in a regulated, high-growth sector. Saica Group, a leading European paper and packaging manufacturer, has acquired German-based THIMM, a specialist
A Sector in Transformation Driven by M&A The dermatology and cosmetics sector continues to position itself as one of the most attractive areas within consumer markets, supported by strong structural demand linked to wellness, health, and personal care. In this environment, mergers and acquisitions (M&A) have become a key strategic lever for corporate growth
In this podcast episode, we speak with Juan Durán, executive at AST Visioncare Iberia, a leading Spanish company in the ophthalmology and surgical sector. Throughout the conversation, we explore the journey of AST Visioncare, from its origins to its consolidation as a group specialized in comprehensive vision care solutions. Juan shares his experience within the
Within the framework of the 1st Intersectoral Health & F/I Forum, organized by BASQUEFIK – the Basque Financial and Investment Cluster – in collaboration with the Basque Health Cluster, Fernando Cabos, Partner at Albia, participated in a session that included a roundtable discussion focused on the relationship between the healthcare sector and the investment ecosystem
