IMAP: Highlights of Global M&A Transactions
In recent months, IMAP member firms have advised on strategic transactions across multiple sectors and regions, reinforcing IMAP’s position as a leading global independent investment banking organization. Below are some of the most notable deals:
Technology & Advanced Manufacturing
- IMAP Germany, assisted by Capstone Partners (IMAP USA), advised EMS Elektro Metall Schwanenmühle GmbH, a specialist in high-current electrical connection technology, on its acquisition by International Wire, backed by private equity firm Olympus Partners.
- Capstone Partners (IMAP USA) advised The Partner Companies, a U.S.-based advanced manufacturing firm, on an equity investment of over $100 million from Tensile Capital Management, a San Francisco-based investment firm.
Food & Retail
- VITALE (IMAP Italy) supported MACHA, the first Japanese-inspired fast casual concept founded in 2016, on its sale to Investfood, a multi-brand platform in the food retail sector.
- SUMMA Asesores Financieros (IMAP Peru) advised INKACROPS, a Peruvian manufacturer of premium, natural, vegetable-based snack products, on its sale to Alicorp, one of Latin America’s largest consumer goods companies.
Infrastructure & Logistics
- IMAP Germany advised Rohrsanierung Jensen GmbH & Co. KG, a leading provider of trenchless pipe and sewer rehabilitation services, on its acquisition by HF Equity, a division of Hannover Finanz.
- VITALE (IMAP Italy) advised XCA Srl, a joint venture between the Conti family and the Arcese group, on acquiring the assets and operating activities of Autotrade & Logistics Spa, an Italian operator in Finished Vehicle Logistics.
Software & Financial Services
- The Corporate Finance Group (IMAP Switzerland) advised softcash ag, a Swiss provider of treasury management software, on its acquisition by DocFinance, expanding its presence across the DACH region.
- Key Capital (IMAP Ireland) advised Tara Financial, a leading Irish financial advisory firm, on its sale to Gallivan Financial, an independent financial advisory firm.
Energy & Sustainability
- Capstone Partners (IMAP USA) advised NovaSource Power Services, an Arizona-based portfolio company of Clairvest Group Inc. and OMERS, on its divestiture of SunSystem Technology in an MBO transaction.
Consumer & Tradition
- IMAP Germany advised Gräfliches Hofbrauhaus Freising, the world’s oldest private brewery with a history dating back to 1160, on its acquisition by a consortium of entrepreneurs led by Argon Management.
Conclusion
These transactions highlight IMAP’s global reach and expertise across key sectors such as technology, food, energy, and financial services. Each deal reflects our commitment to delivering strategic solutions that create long-term value for our clients.
