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Horizon Family Brands Announces Acquisition of Maple Hill Creamery to Strengthen Leadership in Organic Dairy

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Broomfield, CO – December 1, 2025 – Horizon Family Brands (Horizon), a leading provider of better-for-you food and beverage products, today announced the strategic acquisition of Maple Hill Creamery (Maple Hill), America’s original 100% grass-fed organic dairy company. This acquisition brings together two trusted names in organic dairy to expand Horizon’s portfolio, strengthen its presence across retail channels, and reinforce its commitment to delivering high-quality, sustainable products to customers and consumers across the United States.

“This acquisition represents an exciting step forward for Horizon as we continue to advance our strategic objectives and invest in better-for-you brands,” said Tyler Holm, CEO of Horizon Family Brands. “Maple Hill’s expertise in grass-fed organic dairy and impressive growth across customers and channels complement Horizon’s capabilities and vision for the future. Together, we will be better positioned to serve our customers, support our farmers and suppliers, and drive innovation and growth in the organic dairy industry.”

 

“This acquisition represents an exciting step forward for Horizon as we continue to advance our strategic objectives and invest in better-for-you brands. Maple Hill’s expertise in grass-fed organic dairy and impressive growth across customers and channels complement Horizon’s capabilities and vision for the future. ”

Tyler Holm, CEO, Horizon Family Brands

 Jim Hau, President and CEO of Maple Hill Creamery, stated: “Joining forces with Horizon is an incredible opportunity to amplify Maple Hill’s mission and impact. This partnership is about more than growth. It’s about shared values, supporting sustainable farming practices, and delivering the highest quality 100% grass-fed organic dairy products to consumers. We see this as a great opportunity to build a stronger future for the organic dairy space through the enhancement and growth of the Maple Hill grass-fed organic product offering.”

Key benefits of the acquisition include:

  • Expanded Reach: Increasing access to high-quality organic, and grass-fed organic products for customers and consumers nationwide.
  • Enhanced Innovation: Combining resources and expertise to accelerate product development and drive new opportunities in organic dairy.
  • Stronger Supply Chains: Leveraging complementary capabilities to improve efficiency and resilience across operations.
  • Commitment to Sustainability: Deepening support for sustainable farming practices and regenerative agriculture to benefit farmers, communities, and the environment.

Horizon and Maple Hill will ensure operational continuity for consumers, farmers, customers, and other partners as Maple Hill is integrated into Horizon’s portfolio of better-for-you brands. Leadership teams from both organizations are committed to retaining the strengths of both companies while unlocking new opportunities for shared success.

About Horizon Family Brands
Horizon Family Brands is a leading provider of organic dairy products, known for its commitment to quality, sustainability, and supporting family farms. With a wide range of better-for-you food and beverage products, Horizon is dedicated to making organic dairy accessible to families everywhere.

About Maple Hill Creamery
Maple Hill has been disrupting the dairy industry since its beginnings in 2009 and is committed to using regenerative agriculture practices that are better for the animal, for the planet and for everyone. The company was founded with a mission to create clean, 100% grass-fed organic dairy products and continues to meet that demand for consumers today.

For more information, please contact:

Emily Rado, Senior Account Director

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Emily@schroderhaus.com

954-592-2003

Published: Monday, December 1, 2025 | Updated: Thursday, December 4, 2025

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EQT Real Estate sells portfolio of industrial real estate assets in Sweden

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EQT Real Estate sells portfolio of industrial real estate assets in Sweden

 

  • EQT Real Estate sells a portfolio of 33 light industrial assets totaling 144,000 square meters in Eastern Sweden, following the October sale of a 10,000 square meter asset in Southern Sweden
  • EQT’s ownership of the properties, which were aggregated into a high-quality industrial portfolio, has created affordable rent opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises in fast-growing industrial hubs near large Swedish cities
  • Sale of the portfolio was initiated following successful value creation activities driven by targeted property investments and the establishment of a diversified tenant base, contributing to stable, long-term cash flows.

EQT is pleased to announce that EQT Real Estate II Fund (“EQT Real Estate”) has sold a portfolio of 33 Swedish light industrial assets to Brookfield, through its private Real Estate Solutions strategy, as well as the sale of an individual property to ICA Fastigheter.

The portfolio includes a mix of suburban properties neighboring growing university cities in Sweden. The property sold to ICA Fastigheter is located in Trelleborg. Together, they span approximately 154,000 square meters and comprise a diverse mix of light industrial properties including warehousing, logistics facilities and production spaces as well as car dealerships.

EQT’s strategic efforts to aggregate single assets into a modern, high-quality industrial portfolio have provided affordable and modern spaces for tenants, predominantly of Swedish small and medium-sized enterprises, complemented by established firms. By addressing vacancies, re-gearing short-term leases and executing select development projects, the portfolio has achieved long-term occupancy stability, solid cash flow and strong value appreciation. Broadgate Asset Management has acted as EQT’s partner and operating manager for the portfolio.

Olivier Astruc, Managing Director at EQT Real Estate said: “We are delighted to see our investment thesis for Swedish light industrial assets materialize successfully. The performance of these Swedish logistics real estate assets has been underpinned by continued growth in strategically targeted cities located in proximity to logistics and industrial sub-markets. Over the years, we have aggregated a high-quality portfolio, enhanced its performance by prioritizing occupiers’ needs, and we are pleased to have found the right owner to continue its growth”.

EQT Real Estate was advised on the portfolio transaction by CBRE (commercial), Schjødt (legal), EY (financial), and Tjuren (technical).

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Low Carbon secures landmark investment from CVC DIF to drive the next stage of growth

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The new investment from CVC DIF will help Low Carbon to deliver multiple GWs of renewable energy in the company’s journey to become a leading, pan-European Independent Power Producer (IPP)

Leading renewable energy company Low Carbon has secured a landmark investment from CVC DIF, the infrastructure strategy of leading global private markets manager CVC.

CVC DIF’s investment, when combined with follow-on investment from existing shareholder MassMutual, the refinancing of existing project finance debt and raising of a Holdco facility, will secure c. £1.1 billion of committed capital for Low Carbon.

CVC DIF will commit primary equity (common and preferred) resulting in a majority controlling stake in the company. The investment will enable Low Carbon to significantly expand its installed capacity and drive the next stage of its growth as a diversified, leading next-generation IPP, making a lasting impact on the UK and Europe’s ongoing energy transition.

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We are excited to partner with Low Carbon, a best-in-class renewable energy company. This investment reflects our shared conviction in the critical role renewables will play in the energy transition.

Caine BouwmeesterPartner and Head of Renewable Energy at CVC DIF

Last year the UK government set out its Clean Power 2030 plan which will involve doubling onshore wind capacity and trebling solar PV, which will require £40 billion of investment each year. Similarly, the European Union recently set a new target of 42.5% renewable energy. This new partnership between CVC DIF, its investors and Low Carbon will allow the company to remain at the forefront of this transition to a clean, secure and affordable electricity sector in the UK and across Europe.

With a 16 GW pipeline and 1 GW of highly contracted operational and in construction asset base, the new capital from CVC DIF will help to grow Low Carbon’s presence across core markets including the UK, Germany, and Poland, where it aims to bring a 3 GW portfolio of operational utility-scale solar, onshore wind, battery storage and co-located assets into operations in the coming years.

It also demonstrates confidence in the expertise of Low Carbon’s team across the value chain of 170 people to develop, construct and operate world-class renewable infrastructure by leveraging its in-house AI technology platform to optimise its assets and returns, essential to long-term value creation.

CVC DIF brings significant renewable energy experience to this new partnership, with a dedicated sector specialist team and having invested in a diverse portfolio of assets and platforms across wind, solar, hydropower, BESS and biogas. It has a proven 20-year track record of value creation within this sector and can also leverage the strength and depth of the broader CVC network, providing on-the-ground local market expertise and insights.

MassMutual, a significant shareholder in Low Carbon after forming a strategic partnership in 2021, will continue to support the growth of the business with additional investment and will work closely with CVC DIF to accelerate the build out of Low Carbon’s renewables pipeline.

Founder and Chief Executive of Low Carbon, Roy Bedlow, commented “I would like to thank CVC DIF and their investors for the confidence they have placed in Low Carbon and our ability to develop, build and operate high-quality renewable assets in the UK and Europe. In addition, MassMutual’s continued investment in Low Carbon underlines our shared ambition of delivering long-term value across the full investment cycle of renewables that will help accelerate our goal to deploy renewable energy at scale to help tackle climate change.”

Caine Bouwmeester, Partner and Head of Renewable Energy at CVC DIF, added: “We are excited to partner with Low Carbon, a best-in-class renewable energy company which we have known well for more than a decade. This investment reflects our shared conviction in the critical role renewables will play in the energy transition. Low Carbon’s talented team, strong culture, and disciplined development strategy position it to lead the next phase of growth in the sector. Together with Roy, his team, MassMutual, and our highly supportive co-investors, we look forward to building on this momentum and generating attractive risk adjusted returns for our investors.”

Drew Dickey, Head of Alternative Investments at MassMutual, added: “Significant strides have been made since our original investment in Low Carbon to distinguish it as a top performing renewable energy company. We welcome the combination of capital and experience that CVC DIF brings to Low Carbon, which will provide important leadership to the buildout of our ambitious pipeline of renewable energy projects.”

The CVC DIF investment will be made through DIF Infrastructure VIII (“DIF VIII”) and is expected to close during the fourth quarter of 2025, subject to customary closing conditions.

Evercore acted as advisers for Low Carbon on the transaction.

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Thoma Bravo Announces Sale of Raptor Technologies

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Miami and Houston—Thoma Bravo, a leading software investment firm, today announced the sale of Raptor Technologies (“Raptor”), the nation’s leading provider of school safety software, to Warburg Pincus. As part of the transaction, JMI Equity, a longstanding partner and investor in Raptor, will reinvest alongside Warburg Pincus. Financial terms were not disclosed.

“Raptor Technologies’ transformation over the past four years is a testament to disciplined execution and operational excellence,” said Adam Solomon, a Partner at Thoma Bravo. “Working closely with the Raptor team and JMI Equity, we scaled the business into the clear leader in K-12 school safety, expanded its platform through six strategic acquisitions and accelerated growth. We are proud of what has been accomplished and confident that Raptor is exceptionally well positioned for continued success with Warburg Pincus and JMI Equity.”

“From the outset, we saw tremendous potential in Raptor’s platform and global market opportunity,” said Chandler Gay, a Vice President at Thoma Bravo. “By focusing on strategic acquisitions and driving operational improvements, we helped Raptor expand its reach and set new standards for the industry. It has been a privilege to work alongside such a talented management team, and we look forward to seeing Raptor continue to shape the future of school safety.”

“Thoma Bravo’s expertise and support have been instrumental in Raptor’s global growth and evolution into the leader in school safety solutions,” said Gray Hall, CEO of Raptor Technologies. “Their strategic guidance helped us scale our business, innovate our platform, and drive meaningful results for the schools and districts we serve. As we enter this next chapter with Warburg Pincus and ongoing support from JMI Equity, we are excited to advance our mission to protect every child, every school, every day.”

The transaction is expected to close in January 2026.

About Thoma Bravo
Thoma Bravo is the world’s largest software-focused investment firm, with over US$181 billion in assets under management as of September 30, 2025. Through its private equity and credit strategies, the firm invests in growth-oriented, innovative companies operating in the software and technology sectors. Leveraging Thoma Bravo’s deep sector knowledge and strategic and operational expertise, the firm collaborates with its portfolio companies to implement operating best practices and drive growth initiatives. Over the past 20+ years, the firm has acquired or invested in approximately 565 companies representing approximately US$285 billion in enterprise value (including control and non-control investments). The firm has offices in Chicago, Dallas, London, Miami, New York and San Francisco. For more information, visit Thoma Bravo’s website at thomabravo.com.

About Raptor Technologies  

Raptor was founded in 2002 with the mission to protect every child, every school, every day. Today, Raptor is a school safety partner for 60,000 schools in 55 countries, providing SaaS and mobile technology as well as comprehensive training and consultation solutions across the entire school safety life cycle, ranging from crisis prevention and preparation to emergency response and recovery. Raptor’s globally integrated product portfolio supports a school’s foundation of safety and wellbeing, including Emergency Management, Campus Movement, Student Wellbeing and Safety Training and Compliance.

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FamilyWell Health Announces $8M Series A Funding to Accelerate Nationwide Expansion of Integrated Women’s Mental Health Care

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Building on its success in maternal mental health, funding will accelerate FamilyWell’s growth into menopause care, advance its AI-enabled digital platform, and scale the FamilyWell Academy provider training programs

 

BOSTON, Nov. 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — FamilyWell Health, the leading integrated women’s mental health company, today announced the closing of $8 million in Series A financing led by New Markets Venture Partners, with participation from existing and new investors – .406 Ventures, GreyMatter Capital, The Alix Foundation, The Donna Fund, and The Lee Foundation. This funding will accelerate FamilyWell’s national expansion, bringing its proven maternal mental health model to health systems, clinics, and payers across the country. It will also advance the company’s AI capabilities to broaden access, drive growth into perimenopause and menopause care, and scale its provider training programs through the FamilyWell Academy.

Women’s mental health remains one of healthcare’s most underserved and fastest-growing areas of need:

Founded in 2022 by Dr. Jessica Gaulton, a practicing physician at Harvard and survivor of postpartum depression, FamilyWell embeds virtual women’s mental health services—care coordination, coaching, therapy, and psychiatry—directly into clinics and health systems. Patients are connected to care within 24 hours and supported by a specialized team of providers. Through its integrated perinatal mental health program, 1 in 4 pregnant patients are referred to FamilyWell, with 95% of patients experiencing clinical improvement by four months. In addition, the model alleviates provider burden, while enabling clinics to capture untapped revenue from payers directly.

FamilyWell currently operates in Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Connecticut, Illinois, and Texas covering over 200,000 lives nationwide. The company has also recently partnered with one of the country’s largest managed care organizations, expanding access to insurance-covered coaching, therapy, and psychiatry for more women and birthing people across the country.

“FamilyWell is an ideal fit for New Markets’ mission to invest in evidence-based solutions that improve lives and expand access to life-saving care,” said Mark Grovic, General Partner and Founder, New Markets Venture Partners. “By integrating proven women’s mental health care into everyday clinical workflows, FamilyWell reduces suffering, strengthens family well-being, and helps parents return to work and thrive.”

Expansion Into Perimenopause and Menopause
Today, more than 50 million U.S. women are in perimenopause and up to 70% experience mental health symptoms such as anxiety, depression, insomnia, and cognitive changes. To meet the strong demand from its OB/GYN partners, FamilyWell has extended its integrated care model to support women through perimenopause and menopause. With this expansion, FamilyWell now supports women throughout the reproductive lifecycle, from fertility through menopause.

“What FamilyWell has built is more than a product—it’s a movement toward the care women and families deserve,” said Dr. Neel Shah, MD, MPP, Chief Medical Officer, Maven Clinic and Board Member, FamilyWell Health. “By embedding mental health care directly into the OB/GYN clinic, FamilyWell is scaling empathy as effectively as technology. Their proven model meaningfully improves patient outcomes—helping women reclaim their well-being and dignity during some of life’s most challenging transitions.”

Learn more about FamilyWell’s menopause offering:
https://www.familywellhealth.com/perimenopause

FamilyWell Academy
The FamilyWell Academy is training the next generation of women’s mental health providers to meet the nation’s growing need for specialized, reproductive mental health care. The company’s Perinatal Behavioral Health and Peri-/Menopause Behavioral Health certification programs equip coaches with the skills to deliver evidence-based, compassionate care—and help close the provider workforce gap.

“The mental health needs of women have been overlooked for far too long,” said Dr. Jessica Gaulton, founder and CEO of FamilyWell Health. “This capital enables us to expand our integrated care model, accelerate AI innovation, and deepen collaborations that make timely, high-quality support possible. Through the FamilyWell Academy and together with our OB/GYN partners, we’re reshaping the standard of care and addressing one of the most critical health crises facing women today.”

About FamilyWell Health
FamilyWell Health is transforming women’s mental health across the reproductive journey, from fertility through menopause and beyond. We embed evidence-based, insurance-covered mental health care directly into women’s health practices and health systems. By seamlessly integrating a virtual team of care managers, coaches, therapists, and psychiatric providers into clinical workflows, FamilyWell is improving patient outcomes and reducing medical provider workloads. Through the FamilyWell Academy, we are educating the next generation of women’s mental health providers to solve the growing workforce gap. Learn more at familywellhealth.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram.

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Gimv joins forces with CNP to accelerate the global expansion of Equine Care Group

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  • European listed private equity investor Gimv and Belgian family-owned investor CNP announce the signing of definitive agreements under which Gimv will acquire an indirect minority stake in Equine Care Group (ECG) from CNP, which will remain ECG’s lead strategic partner.

  • By joining CNP, Bencis, the founders, managers and the veterinarians, Gimv becomes part of a very strong shareholder base united behind one ambition: to accelerate ECG’s development into the world’s leading one-stop partner for high-quality equine medicine, and to reinforce ECG’s position as the global leader for veterinary innovation, welfare, and professional excellence.

Created in 2021 by merging Dr. Tom Mariën’s leading equine clinic EquiTom, Global Medics, and Dr. Frederik Bruyninx’s Ambulatory Care practice, Equine Care Group  has evolved into a leading European provider of high-quality equine care. ECG offers equine hospitals, ambulatory veterinary services, reproductive solutions, nutrition and supplement brands and specialized laboratories. Known for partnering with Olympic teams and leading stud farms, ECG treats over 50,000 horses annually and has grown quickly through organic expansion and 30+ acquisitions.

Following the partnership announcement between CNP and ECG earlier this year, Gimv now joins through a joint entity that will retain majority ownership, with CNP as lead strategic partner. Gimv is committed to further support ECG’s global expansion alongside CNP and CEO Dr. Tom Mariën.  ECG’s vet-led unique holistic model brings together leading veterinarians and other equine healthcare professionals, invests in greenfield hospitals in regions lacking access and focuses on research, education and innovation, all with the clear goal of delivering the best possible medical care and improving horse welfare worldwide.

With the combined support of CNP, Bencis and now Gimv, ECG is well-positioned to cement its leadership in global equine healthcare, leveraging Belgium’s deep equestrian tradition and ECG’s international reputation for excellence and sustainability.

Bart Diels, Managing Partner – Head of Healthcare at Gimv: “As a team with a strong track record in doctor-led healthcare growth stories, we see clear parallels between ECG and our previous healthcare success stories. We are excited to support CNP and ECG’s management in accelerating the group’s international expansion and innovation in equine care.”

Xavier Le Clef & David Caudron – respectively CEO and CFO at CNP: “We are pleased to welcome Gimv as a minority investor, supporting ECG’s international growth. Gimv’s healthcare expertise complements CNP’s ambition and reinforces our shared mission to deliver world-class equine care and make this available all over the world.”

Dr. Tom Mariën & Julie Santens – respectively CEO and Managing Director at ECG: “We are delighted to welcome Gimv into our team. We share the same values, the same DNA and the same ambition. This partnership strengthens our foundations, and Gimv’s renowned healthcare expertise will help us to further professionalize our company and our sector.  Together we will raise the standards of equine veterinary care while preserving our veterinarian-led model.”

This investment supports Gimv’s ambition to become a leading European private equity investor and makes ECG one of its ten largest holdings.

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Ipsum strengthens EV solutions offering with latest acquisition

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London, UK – Specialist engineering solutions provider, Ipsum Group, has announced its acquisition of Parco EV Solutions Ltd and Parco Civil Engineering & Groundworks Ltd.

The move strengthens Ipsum’s existing EV offering available through its Grid Connections division. By coming together, the businesses can now offer an extensive full turnkey solution completely inhouse, from design, civils, installation and maintenance. This can also be combined with supporting capabilities from the wider Ipsum Group.

EV charging is a crucial step for the UK to hit its Net Zero goal by 2050. Ipsum has already been working with businesses across the nation to provide easy access to EV infrastructure. As a result of the acquisition, this work can continue at a rapid pace.

Andrew Cowan, Ipsum CEO, said: “I am delighted to welcome Parco to the Ipsum Group of Companies. Since I joined Ipsum last year, we have been on an upward trajectory of growth. We have been focused on using our expertise to deliver a quality service to customers that doesn’t compromise on safety.”

“We know how important easily accessible EV charging is to the UK’s sustainability goals, but it also plays a crucial part in building strong communities. We are proud to have established ourselves as a full turnkey EV solutions provider, this acquisition paves the way to maximise our combined capabilities.”

Michael Hand, Managing Director at Parco, said: “Joining forces with Ipsum through this acquisition represents a significant step forward in our growth ambitions. It gives us the opportunity to provide our EV charging expertise to a wider group of customers, while leveraging access Ipsum’s domain knowledge in other areas of infrastructure solutions, that will accelerate innovation and enhance our capabilities in an evolving industry.”

Jamie Allen, Director at Parco said: “Through this partnership, we’re now able to bring our extensive EV capabilities to a wider range of businesses through an even more integrated and sustainable delivery model. Working alongside Ipsum will position us strongly to meet the ever growing demands of the energy transition, and we’re excited to see where it will take us.”

Parco EV Solutions Ltd and Parco Civil Engineering & Groundworks Ltd provide bespoke EV charge point solutions including, design, survey, installation, connection and maintenance. It also utilises its proprietary back-office software to give customers complete control and rich insights to run a successful EV charging offer.

The acquisition is the fifth of its kind for Ipsum in 2025. It has also seen the addition of Matrix Power, Wootton & Wootton, Aquaflow Services, RJ Power, and Core Controls Solutions since January.

Ipsum is a leading provider of engineering services in the Power, Water, Infrastructure and Telecoms sectors. It works in partnership with customers across regulated and non-regulated environments to optimise asset performance, supporting the security and resilience of critical networks.

It utilises a data-driven approach and technologically enhanced methodologies such as no-dig and trenchless technologies to provide a quicker, greener, and more cost-efficient delivery of engineering, maintenance and repair services, Ipsum employs over 1,000 employees and operates throughout the UK.

About Ipsum

Founded in 2017 in Chorley, UK, Ipsum Group is a leading provider of specialist utility and infrastructure support services. Ipsum works in partnership with its customers across both regulated and non-regulated environments to optimise asset performance, supporting the security, resiliency and longevity of their critical networks. For more information, visit https://ipsum.co.uk

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Cain Secures £350m Refinancing Of Prime Logistics Portfolio From KKR

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London, 26 November 2025 – Cain has secured a £350 million refinancing from funds and accounts managed by KKR for a prime UK Industrial & Logistics portfolio, representing a significant transaction in the sector this year. The transaction is structured as a whole loan over a five-year term.

The new facility fully redeems the existing development loan and provides extended flexibility for Cain to finalise its leasing program and continue enhancing the portfolio’s performance.

The portfolio comprises 24 units totalling approximately 3.2 million sq ft in prime logistics locations across the UK. Development of the portfolio commenced in 2022 to best-in-class Grade A specifications, the units feature high eaves, generous yards, and layouts optimised for modern industrial use and business growth with excellent access to national road infrastructure. The entire portfolio has been delivered on a net-zero carbon basis, with all assets demonstrating strong sustainability credentials, including BREEAM Excellent certifications, enhanced energy performance, and future-proofed building systems.

Over the past 12 months, the portfolio has shown strong leasing momentum totalling c. 1 million sq ft, reflecting the accelerating demand for prime Grade A space in the UK.

“This refinancing with KKR reflects the strength and quality of our logistics portfolio and the positive shift we are seeing across occupational markets,” said Tim Brazier, Senior Vice President at Cain “The transaction comes at a time when enquiry levels are increasing meaningfully in our key regions, particularly for highly specified and energy-efficient industrial space, which this portfolio delivers. The flexibility provided by this facility allows us to capture that momentum, complete lease-up, and continue driving long-term performance across the assets. We were able to agree the financing directly with KKR without running a broader market process given the strength of our relationship as well as our confidence in their execution capabilities.”

Ali Imraan, Head of European Real Estate Credit at KKR, said: “We are pleased to support Cain on the refinancing of this prime portfolio of well-located, high-quality industrial real estate assets.  This significant transaction reflects our confidence in the long-term fundamentals of the sector and our commitment to providing tailored financing solutions to leading sponsors.”

For further information, please contact:

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Polly Warrack / Marta Seitz
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cain@secnewgate.co.uk

About Cain
Cain is an investment-management firm that shapes the value of places, brands and businesses through strategies spanning landmark developments, residential and hospitality, supply-chain infrastructure, and sports & entertainment. Established by Chief Executive Officer Jonathan Goldstein in partnership with Eldridge Industries, the firm manages approximately $13.8 billion in assets under management with investments spanning more than 20 major cities and real-estate markets worldwide as of 30 June 2025.  The firm operates from offices in London, New York, Miami, Los Angeles and Luxembourg, supported by a broad network of global partners.  For more information, please visit www.cainint.com.

About KKR
KKR is a leading global investment firm that offers alternative asset management as well as capital markets and insurance solutions. KKR aims to generate attractive investment returns by following a patient and disciplined investment approach, employing world-class people, and supporting growth in its portfolio companies and communities. KKR sponsors investment funds that invest in private equity, credit and real assets and has strategic partners that manage hedge funds. KKR’s insurance subsidiaries offer retirement, life and reinsurance products under the management of Global Atlantic Financial Group. References to KKR’s investments may include the activities of its sponsored funds and insurance subsidiaries. For additional information about KKR & Co. Inc. (NYSE: KKR), please visit KKR’s website at www.kkr.com. For additional information about Global Atlantic Financial Group, please visit Global Atlantic Financial Group’s website at www.globalatlantic.com.

 

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CVC DIF to divest 25% interest in Somerton Pipeline to Channel Infrastructure

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  • During CVC DIF’s ownership, Somerton has delivered stable performance and resilient cash flows.
  • The transaction reflects CVC DIF’s strong focus on realising value for its investors, supported by the expertise of its dedicated Divestments team.

CVC DIF, the infrastructure strategy of leading global private markets manager CVC, is pleased to announce that it has agreed to sell its 25% interest in Somerton Pipeline to Channel Infrastructure NZ.

Somerton Pipeline is an essential part of the sole pipeline system delivering jet fuel to Melbourne Airport, Australia’s second-busiest airport. ExxonMobil operates the pipeline on behalf of the Somerton Pipeline Joint Venture.

CVC DIF, via its CIF I fund, acquired a 25% interest in the Somerton Pipeline in 2017. During CVC DIF’s ownership period, Somerton has operated within the aviation fuel supply chain reliably and delivered resilient cash flows. The transaction reflects CVC DIF’s strong focus on realising value for its investors, and being able to match divestments with the right long-term owners of its assets.

Andrew Freeman, Partner and Head of Divestments at CVC DIF, commented: “The Somerton Pipeline exit showcases CVC DIF’s ability to deliver value from smaller investments while securing the right long-term owner. This critical asset supports Melbourne Airport’s jet fuel supply, and we’re proud to have ensured its safe, efficient operation for future growth.”

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The Somerton Pipeline exit showcases CVC DIF’s ability to deliver value from smaller investments while securing the right long-term owner.

Andrew FreemanPartner and Head of Divestments at CVC DIF

The sale of Somerton Pipeline continues CVC DIF’s approach of strategic realisations across its portfolio, following recent exits from Portuguese highway concessions Norte Litoral and Algarve, as well as Boluda Maritime Terminals, Mallorca Fire Station and TTI Algeciras earlier this year.

CVC DIF was advised on the transaction by MinterEllison (legal).

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KKR Further Invests in Lighthouse Learning to Support Next Phase of Growth

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MUMBAI, India–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Global investment firm KKR and Lighthouse Learning Group (“Lighthouse Learning”), a leading Indian education services provider, today announced an investment by funds managed by KKR alongside participation from a new investor, PSP Investments. KKR will continue to hold a majority stake and will play a significant role in driving Lighthouse Learning’s next phase of growth.

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Guided by a ‘Child First’ philosophy and innovative teaching pedagogy, Lighthouse Learning is one of India’s leading education services platforms that operates in the early childhood and K-12 segments in India. Its portfolio of brands includes established and market leading brands such as EuroKids, Kangaroo Kids, EuroSchool, Billabong High International, Centre Point Group of Schools, Heritage International Xperiential School and Heritage Xperiential Learning School among others. Today, Lighthouse Learning nurtures more than 190,000 students daily through its over 1,850 preschools and 60 K-12 schools.

Since KKR’s initial investment in 2019, Lighthouse Learning has continued to deliver high quality education to students across the country, catering to the rising household demand for quality education. It has significantly expanded its footprint through organic and inorganic growth strategies, and strengthened its presence across key metropolitan areas, including Bangalore, Mumbai, Pune, Hyderabad and Delhi-NCR.

This latest investment will enable Lighthouse Learning to further expand its network of high-quality K-12 schools and preschools across key Indian cities. Lighthouse Learning will also continue to strengthen its teaching and technology capabilities, enhance operational excellence across the platform.

Akshay Tanna, Partner and Head of India Private Equity at KKR, said: “Lighthouse Learning has built one of the most trusted and respected education services platforms in India, combining academic quality with a strong reputation across its brands. We are proud of the growth that Lighthouse Learning has achieved in strategic partnership with KKR and are delighted to continue supporting their mission to expand access to high-quality education and nurture future generations of learners.”

Prajodh Rajan, Founder and Group CEO of Lighthouse Learning, said: “Education is a lifelong journey, and our mission has always been to deliver exceptional learning experiences that prepare students for a rapidly changing world. We are pleased to deepen our relationship with KKR as we enter this next chapter of growth. KKR’s long-term vision, global expertise, and deep commitment to education will help us scale our platform and continue to set new benchmarks for excellence across India’s education sector.”

KKR is making its investment predominantly from its Asian Fund IV and other KKR-managed capital.

About Lighthouse Learning Group

Lighthouse Learning Group, formerly known as EuroKids International, is India’s leading Early Childhood & K-12 Education group, backed by global investment firm KKR. Driven by its purpose to unlock human potential by igniting the love for learning through its institutions, which includes leading brands like EuroKids Preschool, Kangaroo Kids Preschool, EuroSchool, Billabong High International, Centre Point Group of Schools, Heritage International Xperiential School, Heritage Xperiential Learning School, Phoenix Greens School of Learning and Finland International School Maldives. Nurturing over 190,000 students every day, Lighthouse Learning emphasizes a ‘Child First’ philosophy, innovative pedagogy, and child safety. With over 1,850 Preschools and 60 K-12 Schools, it empowers 1,500 women entrepreneurs and employs a direct and indirect workforce of over 22,000 people.

About KKR

KKR is a leading global investment firm that offers alternative asset management as well as capital markets and insurance solutions. KKR aims to generate attractive investment returns by following a patient and disciplined investment approach, employing world-class people, and supporting growth in its portfolio companies and communities. KKR sponsors investment funds that invest in private equity, credit and real assets and has strategic partners that manage hedge funds. KKR’s insurance subsidiaries offer retirement, life and reinsurance products under the management of Global Atlantic Financial Group. References to KKR’s investments may include the activities of its sponsored funds and insurance subsidiaries. For additional information about KKR & Co. Inc. (NYSE: KKR), please visit KKR’s website at www.kkr.com. For additional information about Global Atlantic Financial Group, please visit Global Atlantic Financial Group’s website at www.globalatlantic.com.

About PSP Investments

The Public Sector Pension Investment Board (PSP Investments) is one of Canada’s largest pension investors with $299.7 billion of net assets under management as of March 31, 2025. It manages a diversified global portfolio composed of investments in capital markets, private equity, real estate, infrastructure, natural resources, and credit investments. Established in 1999, PSP Investments manages and invests amounts transferred to it by the Government of Canada for the pension plans of the federal Public Service, the Canadian Forces, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police and the Reserve Force. Headquartered in Ottawa, PSP Investments has its principal business office in Montréal and offices in New York, London and Hong Kong. For more information, visit investpsp.com or follow us on LinkedIn.

Lighthouse Learning
Ritika Kar
Adfactors PR
+91 9711306380
Ritika.kar@adfactorspr.com

KKR
Wei Jun Ong
+65 6922 5813
WeiJun.Ong@kkr.com

Source: KKR

 

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