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Systems Planning & Analysis (SPA), an Arlington Capital Partners Portfolio Company, Completes Acquisition of Intrepid

Intrepid Delivers Next Generation Integrated Battle Management and Other Key Systems

ALEXANDRIA, VA – March 19, 2025 Systems Planning & Analysis (SPA), a leading global provider of data-driven analytical insights supporting complex national security programs and defense priorities, has acquired Intrepid, a leading engineering company with prime positions in the missiles and space, enterprise modernization, and aviation and mission support domains.

Based in Huntsville, Alabama, Intrepid connects SPA to the top two mission priorities for the US Army: integrated battle management and enterprise modernization. As the lead Systems Engineering and Technical Assistance partner on the Integrated Battle Command System program since its inception, Intrepid has played a central role in shaping the Army’s warfighting posture for the foreseeable future, including strengthening homeland missile defense and countering offensive threats in the Indo-Pacific multi-domain battlespace. As well, Intrepid’s core capabilities in enterprise modernization deliver system agility, accelerate auditability, and enable multi-domain operations for a range of defense-based clients.

SPA CEO Rich Sawchak commented, “We are thrilled to gain Intrepid’s highly respected and complementary approaches to supporting the warfighter with engineering excellence. This acquisition marks an important milestone in our strategic growth, broadening our client base to include a substantial presence in the US Army in addition to our already substantial presence in the US Navy, US Air Force, US Space Force, and Intelligence Community.”

Intrepid CEO Bill Best said, “We couldn’t be more pleased to join a company of SPA’s caliber. Given our shared commitment to the national security mission, SPA is a perfect partner and force multiplier for us. We are excited to partner with SPA’s cadre of deep technical experts, and we look forward to serving our clients with ever-advancing capabilities.”

David Wodlinger, a Managing Partner at Arlington Capital Partners, said, “SPA’s acquisition of Intrepid creates the perfect blend of cutting-edge capabilities, approaches, and expertise that further solidifies SPA’s reputation for advancing national security. We are honored and excited to deepen our mission support for the missile, space, and aviation communities.”

Sheppard Mullin and Morrison Foerster acted as legal counsel to SPA. Houlihan Lokey worked as financial advisor and Maynard Nexsen served as legal counsel to Intrepid.

 

About SPA

SPA is a global, independent analytical and technical innovation firm supporting complex national security programs and defense priorities. SPA’s portfolio of differentiated capabilities and tools delivers comprehensive support to the most critical programs for combatting threats, influencing long-term strategic priorities, and shaping policies at the highest levels. With over 2,500 professionals, SPA’s employees are subject matter experts in numerous domains, including Land, Undersea, Surface and Air Warfare Operations; Intelligence Community, Radar and Sensor Systems; Unmanned Systems and Counter Systems; Defense Industrial Base and Economic Security; Space Systems; Ballistic Missile Systems; Cybersecurity Analysis and Policy; and Hypersonics. Awards include GovCon Contractor of the Year in 2022, Washington Post Top Workplace consecutively since 2014, and Department of Labor HIRE Vets Gold Medal for the past seven consecutive years. SPA is a portfolio company of Arlington Capital Partners. For more information: www.spa.com.

 

About Arlington Capital Partners

Arlington Capital Partners is a Washington, D.C.-area private investment firm specializing in government regulated industries. The firm partners with founders and management teams to build strategically important businesses in the government services and technology, aerospace and defense, and healthcare sectors. Since its inception in 1999, Arlington has invested in over 175 companies and is currently investing out of its $3.8 billion Fund VI. For more information, visit Arlington’s website at www.arlingtoncap.com and follow Arlington on LinkedIn.

Contacts

Systems Planning & Analysis (SPA)

Sue Nelowet, Director of Communications

snelowet@spa.com

 

Arlington Capital Partners

Ryan Fitzgibbons and Meredith Bishop

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SoftBank Group to Acquire Ampere Computing

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(TOKYO, Japan) and (Santa Clara, CA) – March 19, 2025 – SoftBank Group Corp. (TSE: 9984, “SoftBank Group”) today announced that it will acquire Ampere® Computing, a leading independent silicon design company, in an all-cash transaction valued at $6.5 billion. Under the terms of the agreement, Ampere will operate as a wholly owned subsidiary of SoftBank Group and retain its name. As part of the transaction, Ampere’s lead investors – Carlyle (NASDAQ: CG) and Oracle Corp. (NYSE: ORCL) – are selling their respective positions in Ampere.

As SoftBank Group broadens its AI infrastructure investments in ventures such as Cristal intelligence and Stargate, the acquisition will help enhance SoftBank Group’s capabilities in key areas and accelerate its growth initiatives.

“The future of Artificial Super Intelligence requires breakthrough computing power,” said Masayoshi Son, Chairman and CEO of SoftBank Group Corp. “Ampere’s expertise in semiconductors and high-performance computing will help accelerate this vision, and deepens our commitment to AI innovation in the United States.”

“With a shared vision for advancing AI, we are excited to join SoftBank Group and partner with its portfolio of leading technology companies,” said Renee James, Founder and CEO of Ampere. “This is a fantastic outcome for our team, and we are excited to drive forward our AmpereOne® roadmap for high performance Arm processors and AI.”

Founded in Silicon Valley in 2018 with an initial focus on cloud-native computing, Ampere has since expanded into sustainable AI compute. The company has multiple products for a spectrum of cloud workloads from the edge to the cloud data center.

Transaction Details
Under the terms of the agreement, SoftBank will acquire Ampere for $6.5 billion in cash.  The transaction is subject to customary closing conditions, including regulatory approvals, and is expected to close in the second half of 2025. Ampere’s headquarters will remain in Santa Clara, CA.

About SoftBank Group

The SoftBank Group invests in breakthrough technology to improve the quality of life for people around the world. The SoftBank Group is comprised of SoftBank Group Corp. (TOKYO: 9984), an investment holding company that includes stakes in AI, smart robotics, IoT, telecommunications, internet services, and clean energy technology providers, as well as a majority stake in Arm, which is building the future of computing; and the SoftBank Vision Funds, which are investing to help transform industries and shape new ones. To learn more, please visit https://group.softbank/en.

About Ampere
Ampere is a semiconductor design company focused on high-performance, energy efficient, sustainable AI Compute based on the Arm compute platform. To learn more, please visit https://amperecomputing.com.

 

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Lincoln Financial announces plans to launch two new private market funds to expand its solutions platform

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The company is partnering with Bain Capital and Partners Group to meet evolving client needs

Radnor, PA – March 19, 2025 – Lincoln Financial (NYSE: LNC), a leading provider of insurance, annuities, group benefits, and retirement solutions, announces its expansion into the rapidly growing private markets industry, partnering with Bain Capital, a leading global private investment firm, and Partners Group, one of the largest firms in the global private markets industry, to launch two new private markets-focused funds.  Lincoln expects the new offerings to be available in late 2025.

“Powered by industry-leading distribution capabilities, a vast network of strategic partner relationships and a nearly 120-year track record of serving customer needs, Lincoln, in partnership with Bain Capital and Partners Group, is well-positioned to deliver innovative and differentiated investment solutions,” said John Kennedy, executive vice president, Chief Distribution & Brand Officer. “This collaboration is a natural extension of Lincoln’s long-standing partnerships with top-tier asset managers and furthers our ability to provide consultative support for financial professionals to meet the evolving needs of their clients.”

Bain Capital will partner with Lincoln Financial to provide investors access to an evergreen fund offering focused on a globally varied portfolio of private credit investments, including direct lending, asset-based finance, and structured credit. With more than 25 years of multi-asset credit investing experience, Bain Capital will leverage its dynamic approach to investing and the deep expertise of its team to source, analyze, and execute compelling opportunities across global debt markets.

Lincoln Financial is partnering with Partners Group to launch an evergreen fund that will provide access to a globally varied cross-sector private markets royalty portfolio. Partners Group will follow a relative value approach to invest across both well-established royalty sectors, such as intellectual property assets in the pharmaceutical and entertainment industries, and emerging high-growth sectors like energy transition, sports, and brands. The fund will look to employ a range of structures, including direct purchases of royalties, creating royalties, and lending against royalties.

“Private market investments have been a staple within the portfolios of institutional and high-net-worth investors for decades. However, in recent years, the demand from individual investors has increased as they seek access to the return potential and diversification benefits that private markets can bring to a well-diversified portfolio,” said Jayson Bronchetti, executive vice president, Chief Investment Officer.  “The private market investment strategies we have deployed through our multi-manager framework have enabled us to drive value within our own investment portfolio,” Bronchetti added. “We are thrilled to leverage our asset management relationships and investment and fund structure expertise to create private market funds for our customers to invest directly into these strategies with Bain Capital and Partners Group.”

“By combining our deep expertise in private markets with Lincoln’s innovative, expansive distribution platform, we can further expand access to private markets for more investors,” said John Wright, Partner and Global Head of Credit at Bain Capital. “We look forward to partnering with an institution that has spent more than a century building a legacy of trust, financial stewardship, and value creation for its clients.”

“We’re excited to extend our long-standing strategic partnership with Lincoln to bring a new offering to the US private wealth market,” said Nicholas Hegarty, Managing Director and Co-Head of Client Solutions Americas at Partners Group. “Our 20-year plus track record in managing bespoke evergreen solutions and deep expertise in private markets royalties, coupled with Lincoln’s market-leading distribution capabilities, provide strong foundations from which to deliver a very impactful private markets solution.”

Industry veteran Tom Morelli, Investment Distribution, was recently hired to advance Lincoln’s distribution efforts with private market funds and other investment solutions, leveraging Lincoln’s broad set of capabilities and expertise across distribution and investments.

About Lincoln Financial
Lincoln Financial helps people confidently plan for their vision of a successful financial future. As of December 31, 2024, approximately 17 million customers trust our guidance and solutions across four core businesses – annuities, life insurance, group protection, and retirement plan services. As of December 31, 2024, the company has $321 billion in end-of-period account balances, net of reinsurance. Headquartered in Radnor, Pa., Lincoln Financial is the marketing name for Lincoln National Corporation (NYSE: LNC) and its affiliates, including broker-dealer/affiliate Lincoln Financial Distributors, Inc.

About Bain Capital
Founded in 1984, Bain Capital is one of the world’s leading private investment firms. We are committed to creating lasting impact for our investors, teams, businesses, and the communities in which we live. As a private partnership, we lead with conviction and a culture of collaboration, advantages that enable us to innovate investment approaches, unlock opportunities, and create exceptional outcomes. Our global platform invests across five focus areas: Private Equity, Growth & Venture, Capital Solutions, Credit & Capital Markets, and Real Assets. In these focus areas, we bring deep sector expertise and wide-ranging capabilities. We have 24 offices on four continents, more than 1,850 employees, and approximately $185 billion in assets under management. To learn more, visit www.baincapital.com. Follow @BainCapital on LinkedIn and X (Twitter).

About Partners Group
Partners Group is one of the largest firms in the global private markets industry, with around 1,800 professionals and over USD 150 billion in overall assets under management. The firm has investment programs and custom mandates spanning private equity, private credit, infrastructure, real estate, and royalties. With its heritage in Switzerland and its primary presence in the Americas in Colorado, Partners Group is built differently from the rest of the industry. The firm leverages its differentiated culture and its operationally oriented approach to identify attractive investment themes and to transform businesses and assets into market leaders. For more information, please visit http://www.partnersgroup.com.

Registration statements for each of the evergreen funds have been filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission and are available from the EDGAR database on the SEC’s website (www.sec.gov). The information in the registration statements is not complete and may be changed. The securities of neither fund may be sold until its registration statement is effective. An investor should consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses of each fund carefully before investing. This and other information about each fund will be contained in the fund’s final prospectus, which investors should read carefully when available from the EDGAR database on the SEC’s website (www.sec.gov). This communication is not an offer to sell the shares of either fund and is not soliciting an offer to buy the shares of either fund in any state where the offer or sale is not permitted.

Bain Capital and Partners Group are not affiliated with Lincoln Financial.

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Apollo Funds to Acquire OEG, a Leading Provider of Core Services to the Offshore Energy Industry

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LONDON and NEW YORK, March 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Apollo (NYSE: APO) today announced that funds managed by Apollo affiliates (the “Apollo funds”) have agreed to acquire a majority stake in OEG Energy Group (“OEG” or the “Company”), a leading offshore energy solutions business, from funds managed by the Power Opportunities strategy of Oaktree Capital Management, LP (“Oaktree”) and other investors. The transaction implies a headline valuation of more than $1 billion for OEG, and Oaktree and others will retain a minority equity interest in the Company.

OEG is a scaled provider of core services across the offshore energy ecosystem, delivering development and operations solutions to oil & gas (O&G) and wind end markets for more than 50 years. The Company owns and operates one of the world’s largest fleets of cargo carrying units (CCUs), with 75,000+ units, enabling the safe transportation of essential cargo to and from offshore energy installations. OEG’s Renewables segment is a global, integrated provider of key technical solutions and services to the offshore wind sector.

John Heiton, CEO of OEG, said: “Since our company’s founding, we have worked hard to establish OEG as a global leader in delivering core services throughout the offshore energy value chain. As energy producers across Europe and around the globe continue to invest in energy transition, we are committed to expanding and enhancing our capabilities as a key partner. We look forward to working with Apollo as we enter this new and exciting chapter for our business and remain focused on supporting our customers with the same quality service they have come to expect.”

Wilson Handler, Partner at Apollo, said: “John and team have built OEG into a global leader and trusted provider of offshore equipment and services, with an integrated business model that has scaled across cycles. We see a tremendous opportunity to invest in the Company’s future growth as secular tailwinds drive demand for services enabling efficient energy production and renewable power. Bringing to bear the scale of Apollo’s integrated platform and deep expertise in energy services, we look forward to working with the talented team at OEG to unlock value for its various stakeholders and loyal customer base via organic and inorganic channels.”

Francesco Giuliani, Managing Director and Assistant Portfolio Manager in Oaktree’s Power Opportunities strategy, said: “We are proud of our partnership with the management team at OEG and the success achieved during Oaktree’s period of ownership. During that time, increased focus on the energy transition and global supply dynamics has made investment for core energy infrastructure even more important. We continue to have strong conviction in OEG’s growth trajectory and are thrilled to maintain a minority interest alongside Apollo funds.”

Over the past five years, Apollo-managed funds and affiliates have committed, deployed, or arranged approximately $58 billioni of climate and energy transition-related investments, supporting companies and projects across clean energy and infrastructure.

The transaction is subject to satisfaction of certain closing conditions, including regulatory approvals, and is expected to close in Q2 2025.

Banco Santander SA acted as financial advisor and Vinson & Elkins LLP served as legal counsel to the Apollo funds on the transaction.

Goldman Sachs International acted as financial adviser to Oaktree, while Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP (corporate) and Latham & Watkins (financing & antitrust) served as legal advisers.

White & Case LLP served as legal counsel to OEG management.

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i As of December 31, 2024. The firmwide targets (the “Targets”) to deploy, commit, or arrange capital commensurate with Apollo’s proprietary Climate and Transition Investment Framework (the “CTIF”), are (1) $50 billion by 2027 and (2) more than $100 billion by 2030. The CTIF, which is subject to change at any time without notice, sets forth certain activities classified by Apollo as sustainable economic activities (“SEAs”), and the methodologies used to calculate contribution towards the Targets. Only investments determined to be currently contributing to an SEA in accordance with the CTIF are counted toward the Targets. Under the CTIF, Apollo uses different calculation methodologies for different types of investments in equity, debt and real estate. For additional details on the CTIF, please refer to our website here: https://www.apollo.com/strategies/asset-management/real-assets/sustainable-investing-platform.

About Apollo

Apollo is a high-growth, global alternative asset manager. In our asset management business, we seek to provide our clients excess return at every point along the risk-reward spectrum from investment grade credit to private equity. For more than three decades, our investing expertise across our fully integrated platform has served the financial return needs of our clients and provided businesses with innovative capital solutions for growth. Through Athene, our retirement services business, we specialize in helping clients achieve financial security by providing a suite of retirement savings products and acting as a solutions provider to institutions. Our patient, creative, and knowledgeable approach to investing aligns our clients, businesses we invest in, our employees, and the communities we impact, to expand opportunity and achieve positive outcomes. As of December 31, 2024, Apollo had approximately $751 billion of assets under management. To learn more, please visit www.apollo.com.

About OEG Energy Group

OEG is a leading offshore energy solutions business providing infrastructure assets, technologies and services to the global energy industry. From the company’s beginning in 1973, OEG has evolved significantly, growing both organically and through strategic acquisitions, to become a pivotal link in the global energy supply chain.

OEG delivers specialized and complementary solutions for above-water, on-water and below-water applications across the full energy lifecycle. From the provision of offshore logistics equipment and bespoke solutions, through to the delivery of integrated services for larger project work scopes, OEG plays an important role in supporting the production of the world’s energy needs whether that be electricity, gas or oil.

Headquartered in Aberdeen, UK, OEG has over 1,300 employees and operates in more than 65 countries.

About Oaktree

Oaktree is a leader among global investment managers specializing in alternative investments, with $202 billion in assets under management as of December 31, 2024. The firm emphasizes an opportunistic, value-oriented, and risk-controlled approach to investments in credit, equity, and real estate. The firm has more than 1,200 employees and offices in 23 cities worldwide. For additional information, please visit Oaktree’s website at http://www.oaktreecapital.com/.

Apollo Contacts

Noah Gunn
Global Head of Investor Relations
Apollo Global Management, Inc.
(212) 822-0540
IR@apollo.com

Joanna Rose
Global Head of Corporate Communications
Apollo Global Management, Inc.
(212) 822-0491
Communications@apollo.com

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Archer Review, a Leeds Equity Portfolio Company, Acquires OnlineMedEd, Expanding its Reach in Medical Education

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Dallas, TX [March 19th, 2025] — Archer Review, a leading health care education company and a portfolio company of Leeds Equity Partners, has acquired OnlineMedEd, a premier provider of medical education curriculum and supplemental education solutions designed to support students and medical schools alike. This acquisition strengthens Archer Review’s mission to advance student, professional, and institutional success, ultimately improving patient outcomes.

 

Archer Review has served more than 700,000 students with innovative learning solutions for nursing education, helping ensure successful licensure. OnlineMedEd has supported more than 300,000 medical students with high-quality, deeply embedded, robust curriculum designed to guide students from preclinical foundations through residency, helping them build confidence in diagnosing and managing real patient cases during the crucial clinical years of medical school. Together, the combined organization will create the most comprehensive tech-enabled learning ecosystem for health care professionals, bridging the gap between medical education and the workforce.

 

“This is a transformative moment for health care education,” said Tabatha Erck, CEO of Archer Review. “With OnlineMedEd’s rich history of delivering enhanced student outcomes through deep, well-presented learning content and leveraging Archer Review’s best-in-class adaptive learning technology, we are poised to set a new standard in medical and nursing education.”

 

Doug Hughes, CEO of OnlineMedEd, played a key role in establishing this partnership. “Joining forces with Archer Review allows us to amplify our contribution to medical education. Both organizations share a deep commitment to improving patient care through better education. By combining OnlineMedEd’s in-depth learning content with Archer’s cutting-edge technology, we will empower even more students and institutions with the tools they need to succeed.”

 

Dr. Dustyn Williams, Founder of OnlineMedEd, added, “OnlineMedEd was built to make medical education more effective and accessible. Joining Archer Review ensures that our educational approach reaches even more students and continues to support them at every stage of their training.”

 

With this acquisition, Archer Review continues its trajectory of growth and innovation, further solidifying its position as a leader in health care education with a strong track record of exceptional student outcomes.

 

About Archer Review:

Archer Review, a leading provider of medical and nursing exam preparation resources, is dedicated to empowering health care learners at every stage of their academic and professional journeys. With a comprehensive suite of study materials, expert tutoring, and personalized support, Archer Review helps students achieve their goals and succeed in health care careers.

 

Archer Review has been recognized for three consecutive years by Inc. 5000 and for two years by Deloitte Technology Fast 500 as one of the fastest-growing technology companies in the United States. The company also ranks No. 5 on the 2024 Financial Times list and No. 3 on the Inc. Southwest Regionals list for high growth companies. Archer Review is based in Dallas, Texas.

 

About OnlineMedEd:

Used by more than 300,000 learners in 190+ countries, OnlineMedEd was founded to elevate medical education by offering a comprehensive, longitudinal curriculum that encourages deep learning and clinical reasoning, ultimately producing better health care providers. This approach enhances medical education delivery emphasizing mastery over memorization leading to improved learning outcomes. OnlineMedEd empowers faculty to focus on high-yield, active learning while enabling students to apply their knowledge in practice.

 

About Leeds Equity Partners:

Leeds Equity is a New York-based private equity firm dedicated exclusively to partnering with management teams in the education, training and information, and data management

services industries (the “Knowledge Industries”). Founded in 1993, the firm currently manages approximately $6 billion in capital across a diverse portfolio of companies within the Knowledge Industries. Leeds Equity leverages its deep sector expertise and market insights to create long-term value for its partner companies and investors.

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SoftBank Group to Acquire Ampere Computing

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(TOKYO, Japan) and (Santa Clara, CA) – March 19, 2025 – SoftBank Group Corp. (TSE: 9984, “SoftBank Group”) today announced that it will acquire Ampere® Computing, a leading independent silicon design company, in an all-cash transaction valued at $6.5 billion. Under the terms of the agreement, Ampere will operate as a wholly owned subsidiary of SoftBank Group and retain its name. As part of the transaction, Ampere’s lead investors – Carlyle (NASDAQ: CG) and Oracle Corp. (NYSE: ORCL) – are selling their respective positions in Ampere.

As SoftBank Group broadens its AI infrastructure investments in ventures such as Cristal intelligence and Stargate, the acquisition will help enhance SoftBank Group’s capabilities in key areas and accelerate its growth initiatives.

“The future of Artificial Super Intelligence requires breakthrough computing power,” said Masayoshi Son, Chairman and CEO of SoftBank Group Corp. “Ampere’s expertise in semiconductors and high-performance computing will help accelerate this vision, and deepens our commitment to AI innovation in the United States.”

“With a shared vision for advancing AI, we are excited to join SoftBank Group and partner with its portfolio of leading technology companies,” said Renee James, Founder and CEO of Ampere. “This is a fantastic outcome for our team, and we are excited to drive forward our AmpereOne® roadmap for high performance Arm processors and AI.”

Founded in Silicon Valley in 2018 with an initial focus on cloud-native computing, Ampere has since expanded into sustainable AI compute. The company has multiple products for a spectrum of cloud workloads from the edge to the cloud data center.

Transaction Details
Under the terms of the agreement, SoftBank will acquire Ampere for $6.5 billion in cash.  The transaction is subject to customary closing conditions, including regulatory approvals, and is expected to close in the second half of 2025. Ampere’s headquarters will remain in Santa Clara, CA.

About SoftBank Group

The SoftBank Group invests in breakthrough technology to improve the quality of life for people around the world. The SoftBank Group is comprised of SoftBank Group Corp. (TOKYO: 9984), an investment holding company that includes stakes in AI, smart robotics, IoT, telecommunications, internet services, and clean energy technology providers, as well as a majority stake in Arm, which is building the future of computing; and the SoftBank Vision Funds, which are investing to help transform industries and shape new ones. To learn more, please visit https://group.softbank/en.

About Ampere
Ampere is a semiconductor design company focused on high-performance, energy efficient, sustainable AI Compute based on the Arm compute platform. To learn more, please visit https://amperecomputing.com.

 

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Gimv welcomes Bart Troubleyn to lead Gimv Anchor

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Following the recent official launch of Gimv Anchor, a collaboration between Gimv and WorxInvest to support Gimv’s growth ambitions, Gimv is pleased to announce the arrival of Bart Troubleyn as Head of Gimv Anchor. In that capacity, Bart will also become a member of Gimv’s Executive Committee.

Based on Gimv’s expertise and experience of building leading companies, Gimv Anchor wishes to embark on a long-term pathway for growth together with companies  that have a promising compounding growth potential.

Last February, Gimv announced the incorporation of Gimv Anchor Investments through which Gimv and WorxInvest are joining forces around this long-term investment approach, as well as Cegeka as Gimv Anchor’s first investment.

Gimv is therefore pleased to announce that the Board of Directors has appointed Mr. Bart Troubleyn to head Gimv Anchor. As a Managing Partner, Bart will also become a member of Gimv’s Executive Committee. Bart will take on the role of Head of Anchor as of mid-April, working closely with all Managing Partners and teams of the Gimv platforms in terms of both deal sourcing and in further strengthening the active value creation across platforms.

Bart has a solid track record as CEO, COO, and business consultant working for and with both large global corporations and entrepreneurial family-owned businesses, including Sea Invest, Manuchar and Roland Berger. Bart gained extensive international experience across different continents.

Filip Dierckx, Chairman of the Board of Directors, and Koen Dejonckheere, CEO, jointly declare: “We are delighted to welcome Bart to lead Gimv Anchor. With a proven track record in general management, strategy, M&A, corporate restructuring and IT/digital transformation, Bart brings a wealth of experience to Gimv. We wish him lots of success and look forward to working together to further develop Gimv Anchor as a long-term growth driver for Gimv.”

Bart Troubleyn, Head of Gimv Anchor, adds: “It is an honor to take on the role of Head of Gimv Anchor and contribute to Gimv’s ambitious plans to accelerate growth and create value by building leading companies. I look forward to working with the Gimv Team in realizing the mission of Gimv Anchor: supporting companies with a promising long-term growth potential by providing them with capital, knowledge and experience to boost that further growth.”

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Forcura and Medalogix Join to Create Transformative Post-Acute Care Technology Platform

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Berkshire Partners Will Serve as Lead Investor in the New Platform, with The Vistria Group Investing Alongside as a Key Minority Shareholder

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. and NASHVILLE, Tenn. – March 19, 2025 – Forcura, the intelligent workflow management company, and Medalogix, a clinical decision support company, today announced that they have combined. Together, the companies will create a leading post-acute care technology platform focused on the advancement of intelligent patient care within home-based care providers and ultimately across the entire healthcare continuum.

Berkshire Partners (“Berkshire”) will be the majority owner of the combined organization, and The Vistria Group (“Vistria”) will be the largest minority shareholder in the transaction.

The strategic combination of Forcura and Medalogix will allow providers to leverage one platform to streamline patient care transitions, simplify collaboration with the broader care team, optimize utilization and resource allocation, and improve end-of-life care management. The new company’s products will make patient care journeys more transparent for referral sources and payers, leverage AI to calibrate patient care delivery, improve outcomes, and drive better business performance for post-acute care providers and their cross-continuum partners.

Post-acute care is a critical part of the US healthcare landscape but is often overly siloed, resulting in fragmented care delivery for patients and a challenging environment for providers. The combined platform will seek to transform how patients experience post-acute care, better connect these providers into the broader healthcare ecosystem, and enable more equitable reimbursements that sustain and elevate the post-acute care sector as healthcare continues to shift further towards value-based care.

“We look forward to our next chapter with Medalogix, where we will continue with our commitment to empower better patient care and elevate the role of post-acute providers in the broader healthcare continuum,” said Craig Mandeville, Founder and CEO of Forcura. Annie Erstling, Forcura’s new President and Chief Transformation Officer, adds, “This investment from Berkshire and Vistria will accelerate our joint development, alongside Medalogix, of a groundbreaking post-acute care technology platform that drives significant value for providers, payers, and patients.” Mandeville will sit on the Board of Directors of the combined business.

“From day one, we have believed that the future of healthcare is in the home,” said Elliott Wood, CEO of Medalogix who will become CEO of the combined business. “We’re excited to join forces with Forcura to maximize the reach and impact of our clinical decision support technology in this sector and help evolve how providers care for patients and guide them to the best care setting while also achieving operational excellence.” Wood continues, “Ultimately, our goal is to help forge a stronger post-acute sector so more patients can receive care where they want it most: at home.”

“We have long admired both Forcura and Medalogix and the vital role they play in the post-acute care ecosystem. We are thrilled to bring these companies together to help create a leading technology platform that solves real pain points for providers and other stakeholders and ultimately helps to drive better patient care,” said Sam Spirn, Managing Director of Berkshire Partners. “We look forward to building a leading organization focused on growth and innovation that aims to deliver significant value to customers across the healthcare continuum,” continued Jon Nuger, Managing Director of Berkshire Partners.

“We are thrilled to be a part of the next chapter of Medalogix’s journey with Forcura. Their combined capabilities will continue to be transformative for enabling superior in-home care delivery effectiveness and efficiency; ensuring patients receive the right care at the right time in their preferred setting,” said David Schuppan, Senior Partner and Co-Head of Healthcare at The Vistria Group.

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About Forcura

Forcura, a healthcare SaaS technology company, facilitates continuity of care and improves business performance for providers via its intelligent workflow, collaboration and connectivity solutions. The company is deeply committed to empowering better patient care and enabling a holistic view of the patient anywhere in the continuum.  The company is a 2024 – 2025 Best in KLAS® Winner, is a certified Great Place to Work™ employer, and has ranked for the eighth consecutive year on the Inc. 5000. For more information visit forcura.com.

 

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Ratos divests airteam as part of its ongoing streamlining

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Regulatory Information 2025-03-18

Ratos has entered into an agreement to divest airteam, one of the Nordic region’s leading suppliers of technical ventilation solutions, to Nalka Invest. The purchase price (equity value) amounts to approximately SEK 1,700m (for 100% of the shares in the company), corresponding to an EV/EBITA multiple of around 10x. The divestment pertains to Ratos’ entire holding in airteam, which amounts to 70% of the shares, and is another step in the previously announced streamlining of Ratos into a group focused on industrial and technological solutions.

“Today’s announcement is an important step in Ratos’ ongoing streamlining of the group, and the divestment is a natural step in the ongoing strategic review of the Construction & Services business area. airteam has performed well financially under Ratos’ ownership, but ventilation solutions are not part of Ratos’ core operations. I’m pleased that airteam gets a qualified and committed owner to support its continued journey, and that Ratos can continue to focus on technological development and industrial product solutions,” says Jonas Wiström, President and CEO of Ratos.

Since Ratos acquired airteam in 2016, the company’s sales have grown from SEK 768m to SEK 1 714m in 2024 while EBITA has increased from SEK 74m to SEK 160m.

Estimated financial impact on Ratos
Ratos will earn a capital gain of approximately SEK 390m on the sale and receive cash and cash equivalents of approximately SEK 1 200m. Final capital gain will be calculated on closing. Overall, this will give Ratos a stronger financial position, ensuring continued scope for value creation through investments and acquisitions in Ratos’ core operations.

The transaction is subject to customary regulatory approval and is expected to be completed in the second quarter of 2025.

For further information:
Katarina Grönwall, VP Communication
+46 70 300 35 38, katarina.gronwall@ratos.com
Christian Johansson Gebauer, President Business Area Construction & Services
+46 8 700 17 00
Jonas Wiström, President and CEO
+46 8 700 17 00

This information is information that Ratos is obliged to make public pursuant to the EU Market Abuse Regulation. The information was submitted for publication, through the agency of the contact persons set out above, at 2025-03-18 20:40 CET.

About Ratos
Ratos is a Swedish business group focusing on technological and infrastructure solutions, consisting of 15 companies divided into three business areas: Construction & Services, Industry and Consumer. The companies have approximately SEK 32 billion in net sales 2024. We have a distinct corporate culture and strategy – everything we do is based on our core values: Simplicity, Speed in Execution and It’s All About People. We enable independent subsidiaries to excel by being part of something larger. People, leadership, culture and values are key focus areas.

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EQT to sell Dellner Couplers to Wabtec

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  • The EQT VIII fund has agreed to sell Dellner Couplers to Wabtec Corporation (NYSE:WAB)
  • During EQT’s ownership, Dellner Couplers has developed into a global leader in train connections systems, promoting safe and sustainable rail transportation

EQT is pleased to announce that the EQT VIII fund (“EQT”) has signed a definitive agreement to sell Dellner Couplers (”Dellner” or “the Company”), a leading provider of train connection systems for passenger rail, to Wabtec Corporation (NYSE: WAB). The transaction values Dellner at approximately EUR 890 million.

Dellner Couplers is a global leader in train connection systems, providing safety-critical components and services to rail manufacturers and operators worldwide. Founded in 1941 in Vika, Sweden, the Company has grown from a family-owned business into one of the most trusted partners of the global rail industry with a strong presence across Europe, North America, and Asia. Its advanced product portfolio includes couplers, gangways, dampers, and aftermarket services, supporting reliable and efficient rail transportation.

Since EQT acquired Dellner in 2019, the Company has strengthened its commercial organization and improved its product portfolio through, for example, the acquisition of CAF MiiRA’s coupling business and targeted investments in research and development. Dellner has also strengthened its sustainability credentials by introducing increased environmental standards across its operations and supply chain. Supported by an experienced industrial board led by Chairman Klaus Deller, these efforts have strengthened Dellner’s market position and laid the foundation for continued growth and innovation.

Nils Ketter, Partner in the EQT Private Equity advisory team, said: “Dellner plays an important role in the train connection market and enables growth in rail transportation, thereby further supporting the shift toward greener mobility. We are grateful to the entire Dellner team for their dedication and hard work and impressed by their unwavering drive for continuous innovation and excellence. We are excited for Dellner and its employees as they join Wabtec, a strong platform from which they can continue to grow, thrive, and build on their expertise to deliver exceptional value to customers.”

Fredric Håkansson, CEO of Dellner, added: “We are grateful for EQT’s support in steering Dellner through a transformational period, helping to professionalize our organization, advance our product portfolio, and strengthen our commitment to sustainability. This transaction is a testament to the dedication of our entire team. As part of Wabtec, we look forward to further enhancing our innovations and delivering best-in-class solutions to customers worldwide.”

The transaction is subject to customary conditions and regulatory approvals.

EQT was advised by J.P. Morgan Securities Plc, Milbank, Vinge and EY.

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EQT Press Office, press@eqtpartners.com

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EQT is a purpose-driven global investment organization with EUR 269 billion in total assets under management (EUR 136 billion in fee-generating assets under management), within two business segments – Private Capital and Real Assets. EQT owns portfolio companies and assets in Europe, Asia-Pacific and the Americas and supports them in achieving sustainable growth, operational excellence and market leadership.

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About Dellner Couplers
Dellner is one of the world’s leading suppliers of Train Connection Systems, with more than 80 years of experience in the rail industry. Based in Falun, Sweden, with 17 subsidiaries around the world and more than 1,200 employees globally, Dellner continues with its steady, robust growth in couplers, gangways, front hatches, dampers and crash energy management, as well as the service segment of the rail industry. Founded in 1941, we have years of tested, proven experience in producing safe and reliable train connections, and providing innovative, state-of-the-art and cutting-edge products and sustainable solutions for our customers.

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