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Ardian announces sale of Netco Group, a leading European provider of maintenance services to Eurazeo

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Eurazeo, through its Capital team* has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire a majority stake in Netco Group (“Netco”), a leading European provider of critical maintenance services for conveyor systems in vital industries, from Ardian, a global private investment firm, and Netco’s management team. Netco’s founders will make a significant reinvestment alongside Eurazeo, reflecting a shared ambition to accelerate the Group’s development and market positioning. Completion of the transaction is subject to customary formalities and obtaining relevant regulatory approvals.

Founded in Bordeaux in 1902 by the Perriez family, Netco has established itself as a European leader and international operator in the general maintenance and servicing of conveyor systems across a wide range of production sectors, including minerals, energy, recycling & waste, machinery, agri-food, metallurgy and pharmaceutical & chemicals. The Group operates in critical industries where process continuity is essential, and where any conveyor failure may lead to substantial and irreversible production losses, making its services highly strategic for its clients.

Led by Samuel and James Perriez, representing the fourth generation of the founding family, Netco has achieved global expansion through a combination of organic growth and an active acquisition strategy enabling the Group to establish a presence across four continents.

It holds market leading positions in France, Spain and the Benelux region as well as growing positions in the UK and Portugal. It also operates a network of over 100+ service points worldwide. As an integrated provider combining maintenance, distribution and PVC & PU belt-manufacturing, Netco is uniquely positioned to benefit from the growing outsourcing of maintenance services in Europe and beyond. Its markets remain resilient and fragmented, offering significant consolidation opportunities.

Eurazeo and Netco’s management team will work together to continue the Group’s development, notably through a targeted M&A strategy. Eurazeo will provide its experience in international expansion and operational investment, drawing on its presence in Europe, the United States and China, and its experience in critical Business Services – will contribute its expertise in international expansion and operational improvement.

” We are proud to invest in Netco and are excited to work alongside Samuel and James Perriez in accelerating the company’s international expansion strategy by, leveraging our global footprint and operational capabilities. This transaction reflects Eurazeo’s disciplined approach to building a portfolio of globally scalable platforms in diversified sectors, including critical Business Services, where we have developed deep expertise and where Netco’s market leadership and network density are key differentiators.” Edouard Guigou, Partner and Rémi Viel, Managing Director in the Capital team, Eurazeo

” Eurazeo is the perfect partner: It aligns with our values while fitting into the continuity of the Ardian cycle, providing the necessary support to achieve our Group’s growth ambitions.” James Perriez and Samuel Perriez, CEO and President of Netco

” We are very pleased to have supported Netco’s development over recent years and to see the Group enter a new phase of growth alongside Eurazeo. Netco has built a strong leading position in critical maintenance services across Europe, supported by a resilient business model. The group closed 20 acquisitions over our investment period, including a first one in the US. This transaction reflects the success of the strategy implemented under the exceptional leadership of Samuel and James Perriez.” Alexis Lavaillote and Maxime Sequier, Managing Directors Expansion, Ardian
*Part of Eurazeo Global Investor

List of participants

  • Ardian

    • Ardian: Alexis Lavaillote, Maxime Sequier, Leslie Parmast
    • Financial advice for sellers: Amala Partners (Jean-Baptiste Marchand, Benjamin Giner, Julien Le Guern, David Krivine)
    • Legal advice for sellers: McDermott Will & Emery (Grégoire Andrieux, Marie-Muriel Barthelet)
    • Seller’s financial due diligence: Alvarez & Marsal (Frédéric Steiner, Baptiste Rideau, Mounia Chakor Alami, Christilla Courtel)
    • Seller-side strategic due diligence: LEK Consulting (Serge Hovsepian, Stephane Claquin, Benjamin Tuchman, Charles Petracco)
    • Legal due diligence (corporate, labor, and tax) for the seller: EY (Nevenna Todorova, Jean-Christophe Sabourin, Sophie Muyard, Lionel Benant)

 

ABOUT ARDIAN

In a world of constant evolution, Ardian stands out for its ability to anticipate, adapt, and turn challenges into opportunities. As a global, diversified private markets firm with 22 offices and more than 350 investment professionals worldwide, we provide investment and customized solutions that reflect new economic dynamics and help our clients remain resilient in a changing world.
We deliver multi-local expertise and long-term performance for our investors and partners as well as shared value for the broader society. Since Ardian’s inception in 1996, our pioneering approach to diversification and our ability to offer tailor-made solutions at scale have remained the heart of our strategy.
Through commitment, knowledge and technology, we bring lasting value to our companies and contribute positively to the whole industry.
Ardian currently manages or advises $200bn for more than 1,920 clients worldwide across Private Equity, Real Assets, and Credit.
Ardian. Mastering change for lasting value.

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ABOUT EURAZEO

Eurazeo is a leading European investment group with €39 billion in diversified assets under management, including €30 billion on behalf of institutional and retail clients through its private equity, private debt, real estate and infrastructure strategies. The Group supports more than 700 mid-market companies, leveraging the commitment of its 450-strong workforce, its in-depth sector expertise, its privileged access to global markets through 14 offices across Europe, Asia and the United States, and its responsible approach to value creation based on growth. The company’s institutional and family shareholding structure, and its solid financial structure, ensure its long-term viability.
Eurazeo has offices in Paris, New York, London, Frankfurt, Berlin, Milan, Stockholm, Madrid, Luxembourg, Shanghai, Seoul, Singapore, Tokyo and São Paulo.
Eurazeo is listed on Euronext Paris.
ISIN: FR000121121 – Bloomberg: RF FP – Reuters: EURA.PA.

 

ABOUT NETCO GROUP

Founded in 1902 in France by the Perriez family, Netco has grown to become the European leader in the maintenance and servicing of conveyor systems, supporting critical materials of industrial processes across a wide range of sectors, including food processing, logistics, quarries, aggregates and minerals.
Headquartered in Bordeaux, the Group operates 100+ agencies across France, Spain, Belgium, the UK, Portugal, Germany and Luxembourg, and employs around 1,400+ people. While historically focused on Europe, Netco continues to pursue an ambitious international expansion strategy.
Thanks to its robust operating model, Netco has become a strategic partner for its 2,500+ customers, offering tailored solutions and ensuring continuity of their industrial operations.

Media contacts

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HEADLAND

ardian@headlandconsultancy.com

EURAZEO

Claire Helleputte Head of Media Relations

chelleputte@eurazeo.com+44 (0) 7442 234 254

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Bain Capital invests in Positec to accelerate global growth and next-gen innovation

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Hong Kong, April 10, 2026 – Bain Capital, a leading global private investment firm, today announced an investment in Positec Group (“Positec”), a leading global player in cordless power tools and advanced outdoor power equipment. The investment will support Positec’s next phase of international growth, product innovation, and expansion into high-growth categories.

Founded in 1994, Positec has built a strong global position through its focus on innovation, advanced battery technology, and a growing leadership in automation. Through its flagship brands, Worx and Kress, the company serves customers across key markets including North America and Europe, with a product portfolio spanning home improvement tools and professional-grade tools, as well as fast-growing categories such as residential and commercial robotic solutions.

The partnership with Bain Capital will support Positec’s continued shift toward electrification and robotics, while strengthening its global distribution, brand development, and operational capabilities. The investment also enhances the company’s financial flexibility as it scales its presence across existing and new markets.

“We are pleased to partner with Positec at this important stage of its journey,” said Michael Hui, a Partner at Bain Capital. “Over the past three decades, Positec has demonstrated an exceptional ability to build globally competitive brands and drive product innovation. We look forward to supporting the company as it continues to expand internationally, invest in next-generation technologies, and further strengthen its market leadership.”

Don Gao, Founder and President of Positec, said: “This partnership marks an important step in Positec’s evolution. With Bain Capital’s support, we will accelerate our innovation in robotics and electrification, expand our global footprint, and continue redefining how tools are designed, powered, and used. We remain focused on building products and brands that deliver meaningful value to customers worldwide.”

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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. We have 24 offices on
four continents, more than 1,985 employees, and approximately US$215 billion in assets under management.
About Positec

Founded in 1994, Positec Group is a global technology-driven company focused on the electrification, robotization, and digitization of power tools and outdoor power equipment. The company has developed a portfolio of premium international brands, including Worx and Kress, serving customers in nearly 70 countries and regions worldwide. Positec employs more than 4,000 people globally and continues to invest in innovation to shape the future of how tools are designed, powered, and used.

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Back to Press Releases KKR and Taiyo Holdings Agree to Privatization to Accelerate Long-Term Growth

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KKR Tender Offer Receives Support from Taiyo Holdings’ Board, Largest Shareholders and Founding Family

TOKYO–(BUSINESS WIRE)– KKR, a leading global investment firm, and Taiyo Holdings Co., Ltd. (“Taiyo Holdings” or the “Company”; TSE stock code 4626), announced today that KJ005 Co., Ltd. (the “Offeror”), an entity owned by investment funds managed by KKR, intends to make a tender offer to acquire all the common shares of Taiyo Holdings (the “Tender Offer”). Taiyo Holdings’ Board of Directors has resolved to support the Tender Offer. In addition, DIC Corporation (“DIC”), Taiyo Holdings’ largest shareholder, Kowa Co., Ltd. (“Kowa”), an asset management company affiliated with Taiyo Holdings’ founding family, and funds managed by Oasis Management Company Ltd. (“Oasis”) have each entered into agreements to participate in the Tender Offer or related transactions to privatize the Company. With these agreements in place, KKR has secured support for the transaction from the shareholders representing approximately 42.2% of the Company’s outstanding shares1.

This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260330364697/en/

Taiyo Holdings is a leading global manufacturer of electronic materials, including solder resist for printed circuit boards. The Company also operates a medical and pharmaceutical business. As part of its long-term management plan “Beyond Imagination 2030,” Taiyo Holdings recognizes the importance of capturing growth opportunities in its electronics business driven by the rapid expansion of generative AI, data centers, and communications infrastructure, while also advancing structural reforms and expanding its contract manufacturing business in the medical and pharmaceutical field. Taiyo Holdings concluded that privatization would provide the best pathway to its growth strategy by enabling it to focus on long-term strategy and more agile decision-making. After carefully evaluating several proposals, Taiyo Holdings concluded that a privatization by KKR, with its deep sector experience, global network, and operational expertise, presents the best way forward for Taiyo Holdings to create value for its shareholders and accelerate its growth strategy for the long term.

The proposed Tender Offer price will be JPY 4,750 per common share, which represents:2

  • A premium of 117.19% to the six-month average unaffected closing price of Taiyo Holdings’ shares as of May 27, 20253; and
  • A premium of 140.14% to the six-month average unaffected closing price of Taiyo Holdings’ shares as of February 18, 2025.4

In conjunction with the Tender Offer, KKR has entered into agreements with DIC and Kowa, who have each agreed to sell their shares to Taiyo Holdings through a share consolidation and buyback to be implemented following the successful completion of the Tender Offer. Following the privatization, Taiyo Holdings’ founding family plans to re-invest in KJ005HD Co., Ltd., the KKR-managed investment vehicle that will own Taiyo Holdings. KKR has also entered into a tender agreement with Oasis whereby Oasis will tender its shares representing approximately 15.62% of Taiyo Holdings outstanding shares into the Tender Offer.

Eiji Yatagawa, Partner and Head of Japan Private Equity at KKR, said, “We are pleased to have the opportunity to support the growth of Taiyo Holdings, a leading electronics materials manufacturer with a long track record of technical expertise and manufacturing excellence. We look forward to leveraging KKR’s global network and operational expertise in the advanced materials and pharmaceutical sectors to help Taiyo Holdings unlock future growth and greater value for its clients.”

Hitoshi Saito, President and Chief Executive Officer of Taiyo Holdings, said, “This strategic partnership with KKR marks an important milestone for Taiyo Holdings. As a private company, we will be able to pursue long-term investments in our core technologies with greater focus and stability, which we could not achieve on our own, through our corporate value enhancement initiative, ‘Beyond Boundaries’—an initiative that embodies our commitment to transcending various limitations and boundaries in order to achieve our long-term management plan for ‘Beyond Imagination 2030’. We share KKR’s belief that sustainable growth is built together with employees, and their focus on employee ownership closely aligns with our long-held culture of partnership. By combining our technological foundation with KKR’s global network and operational expertise, we will advance Taiyo Holdings toward its next chapter.”

KKR is making this investment as part of its flagship Asia Pacific private equity strategy. KKR has been investing in Japan for two decades and manages more than $20 billion in assets under management in the country. KKR’s investments in Japan include KOKUSAI ELECTRIC, a leading global supplier of semiconductor manufacturing equipment; Bushu Pharma, a pharmaceutical CDMO; Topcon, a manufacturer of optical equipment for eye care and machine control equipment; FUJI SOFT, a leading IT services company; and LOGISTEED, a global third-party logistics provider.

The Offeror expects to commence the Tender Offer upon satisfaction of customary conditions including applicable regulatory approvals. For details regarding the Tender Offer, please refer to the full text of the release issued by the Offeror today titled “Notice Regarding the Planned Commencement of Tender Offer for Shares of Taiyo Holdings Co., Ltd. (Securities Code: 4626).”

About Taiyo Holdings

Taiyo Holdings operates across three business segments: its Electronics Business, which develops, manufactures, and sells materials for printed circuit boards (PCBs) and semiconductor packaging substrates, primarily solder resist; its Medical and Pharmaceutical Business, which manufactures and sells prescription drugs and provides contract manufacturing services; and its ICT&S Business, which includes information and communication technology solutions, fine chemicals, energy, food, and other related businesses. Taiyo Holdings is a global leader in solder resist, with a significant market presence. For more information, please visit https://www.taiyo-hd.co.jp/jp/index.html.

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.

Disclaimers

This press release should be read in conjunction with the release issued by the Offeror today titled “Notice Regarding the Planned Commencement of Tender Offer for Shares of Taiyo Holdings Co., Ltd. (Securities Code: 4626)”, which is available on TDNet and on Taiyo Holdings’ website.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release includes statements that fall under “forward-looking statements” as defined in Section 27A of the U.S. Securities Act of 1933 (as amended) and Section 21E of the U.S. Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Due to known or unknown risks, uncertainties or other factors, actual results may differ materially from the predictions indicated by the statements that are implicitly or explicitly forward-looking statements. Neither the Offeror nor any of its affiliates guarantees that the predictions indicated by the statements that are implicitly or expressly forward-looking statements will materialize. The forward-looking statements in this press release were prepared based on information held by the Offeror as of today, and the Offeror and its affiliates shall not be obliged to amend or revise such statements to reflect future events or circumstances, except as required by applicable laws and regulations.

No Offer or Solicitation

The purpose of this press release is to publicly announce the Tender Offer and it has not been prepared for the purpose of soliciting an offer to sell or purchase in the Tender Offer. When making an application to tender, please be sure to read the Tender Offer Explanatory Statement for the Tender Offer and make your own decision as a shareholder. This press release does not constitute, either in whole or in part, a solicitation of an offer to sell or purchase any securities, and the existence of this press release (or any part thereof) or its distribution shall not be construed as a basis for any agreement regarding the Tender Offer, nor shall it be relied upon in concluding an agreement regarding the Tender Offer.

U.S. Regulations

The Tender Offer will be conducted in compliance with the procedures and information disclosure standards set forth in Japanese law, and those procedures and standards are not always the same as the procedures and information disclosure standards in the U.S. In particular, neither Sections 13(e) nor 14(d) of the U.S. Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (as amended; the same shall apply hereinafter) nor the rules under these sections apply to the Tender Offer; and therefore the Tender Offer will not be conducted in accordance with those procedures and standards. In addition, because the Offeror is a corporation incorporated outside the U.S., it may be difficult to exercise rights or demands against the Offeror that can be asserted based on U.S. securities laws. It also may be impossible to initiate an action against a corporation that is based outside of the U.S. or its officers in a court outside of the U.S. on the grounds of a violation of U.S. securities-related laws. Furthermore, there is no guarantee that a corporation that is based outside of the U.S. or its affiliates may be compelled to submit themselves to the jurisdiction of a U.S. court.

Unless otherwise specified, all procedures relating to the Tender Offer are to be conducted entirely in Japanese. All or a part of the documentation relating to the Tender Offer will be prepared in English; however, if there is any discrepancy between the English-language documents and the Japanese-language documents, the Japanese-language documents shall prevail.

The Offeror, its and Taiyo Holdings’ respective financial advisors and the tender offer agent (and their respective affiliates) may purchase or arrange to purchase the common shares of the Company by means other than the Tender Offer, for their own account or for their clients’ accounts, including in the scope of their ordinary business, to the extent permitted under financial instruments and exchange-related laws and regulations and any other applicable laws and regulations in Japan, in accordance with the requirements of Rule 14e-5(b) of the U.S. Securities Exchange Act of 1934 after public announcement of the Tender Offer and during the Tender Offer period. Such purchases may be conducted at the market price through market transactions or at a price determined by negotiations off-market. In the event that information regarding such purchases is disclosed in Japan, such information will also be disclosed on the English website of the person conducting such purchases (or by any other method of public disclosure).

If a shareholder exercises its right to demand the purchase of shares of less than one unit in accordance with the Companies Act, the Company may buy back its own shares after public announcement of the Tender Offer and during the Tender Offer period in accordance with the procedures required by applicable laws and regulations.

1 Total number of issued and outstanding shares of the Company as of December 31, 2025 (116,839,616 shares) less number of treasury shares possessed by the Company as of such date (5,562,854 shares) which equals to 111,276,762 shares. Hereinafter the same shall apply.
2 Refers to the share price as adjusted for the impact of the 2-for-1 stock split effective December 1, 2025.
3 The day before speculative media reporting about the bidding process that impacted the Company’s share price.
4 The day Oasis filed a large shareholding report for Taiyo Holdings after market close.

Media Contacts

For Taiyo Holdings

PR Inquiry
https://www.taiyo-hd.co.jp/jp/contact/contact-pr.html

For KKR:

Wei Jun Ong
+65 6922 5813
weijun.ong@kkr.com

Samuel Brustad
+81 90 7094 2523
samuel.brustad@kkr.com

Source: KKR

 

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Apollo Funds Announce Strategic Investment in NSG Group, a Global Leader in Glass Manufacturing

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NEW YORK and TOKYO, March 23, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Apollo (NYSE:APO) today announced that Apollo-managed funds (the “Apollo Funds”) have entered into definitive agreements to execute a series of transactions to acquire Nippon Sheet Glass Company, Limited (TSE:5202) (“NSG” or the “Company”), a global leading company in architectural, automotive and technical glass. Upon completion, the transaction will be Apollo Funds’ largest private equity investment in Japan to date, totaling nearly $3.7 billion (JPY ~590 billion) in enterprise value.

Under the terms of the agreement, Apollo Funds will invest equity to support the Company’s financial position and long-term growth. In conjunction with this investment, NSG’s principal lenders will effectively transition a portion of their outstanding loans to equity, reinforcing their commitment and enhancing the Company’s growth trajectory by providing for a more stable balance sheet structure for the Company.

NSG Group’s diversified manufacturing platform, industry heritage and deep customer relationships position the Company to capture accelerating demand for energy-efficient architectural glass, advanced automotive glazing and performance solar products. With Apollo Funds’ investment and strategic support, NSG Group will be able to accelerate growth initiatives, invest in next-generation technologies and continue delivering quality solutions to customers worldwide. The transaction requires NSG shareholder approval at the annual general shareholder meeting scheduled for late June and is subject to regulatory approvals.

“This investment unites Apollo’s scaled industry and operational expertise globally with NSG Group’s legacy of manufacturing excellence and innovation,” said Tetsuji Okamoto, Lead Partner, Asia Pacific Private Equity at Apollo. “NSG Group is a foundational player in the global glass industry, and this tailored financing reflects the collective commitment of stakeholders across Japan to the long-term success of NSG Group. We look forward to supporting NSG Group’s management team and employees through this transformational period to drive performance, innovation and sustainable value creation.”

NSG Representative Executive Officer, President and CEO Munehiro Hosonuma, added, “This partnership with Apollo Funds and our principal lenders enables us to reinforce our financial position, invest in our people and technology and lead the next era of glass manufacturing. With Apollo’s deep expertise in manufacturing and long-term partnership, we are prepared to continue delivering for our customers while building a stronger, more resilient enterprise.”

This is Apollo’s fifth private equity fund investment in Japan. A committed partner to Japanese corporates, Apollo Funds’ activity in Japan includes investments in Panasonic Automotive Systems, a leading global supplier of advanced in-vehicle technologies, Mitsubishi Chemical’s Polycrystalline Alumina Fiber Business “MAFTEC” and aluminum businesses from Resonac (formerly Showa Denko) and Mitsubishi Materials combined as ALTEMIRA Holdings.

Subject to satisfaction of customary closing conditions, including regulatory approvals, the transaction is expected to be completed by around March 2027.

For full details on this transaction, please refer to the disclosure materials NSG released today.

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 to private equity with a focus on three investing strategies: yield, hybrid, and 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, 2025, Apollo had $938 billion of assets under management. To learn more, please visit www.apollo.com and www.apollo.com/japan.

About NSG Group
NSG Group is a leading supplier of glass and glazing systems in the business areas of Architectural, Automotive, and Creative Technology. Architectural manufactures and supplies architectural glass as well as glass for the solar energy and other sectors. Automotive serves the original equipment (OE) and aftermarket replacement (AGR) glazing markets. Creative Technology comprises several discrete businesses, including lenses for printers and scanners, specialty glass fibers and glass flakes, mainly glass cord, which is a reinforcing material for timing belts, and Fine Glass products. https://www.nsg.com

Contacts
Noah Gunn
Global Head of Investor Relations
(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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Renta Acquires Nordjysk Lift

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Renta Group Oy (“Renta Group” or “Renta”) has reached an agreement to acquire Nordjysk Lift ApS (“Nordjysk” or “the Company”). Nordjysk is a Danish general rental company operating throughout Denmark with a focus on Northern Jutland. Headquartered in Hjørring, Nordjysk operates 11 depots and employs more than 100 employees.

With the acquisition, Renta expands its network from 16 to 27 depots in Denmark, becoming a truly nationwide rental provider. The acquisition gives Renta access to Northern Jutland and broadens its offering in Denmark by adding site modules to the product portfolio. Nordjysk is an excellent strategic fit due to its complementary geographical presence, strong local business model, skilled workforce and solid profitability. As part of Renta, Nordjysk will benefit from implementing Renta’s digital solutions.

The acquisition is subject to approval by the Danish Competition and Consumer Authority, with closing expected shortly after clearance.

Lars Raagaard, Managing Director at Renta Denmark, said: “We are very pleased to welcome Nordjysk Lift and its talented team to Renta. Over the years, the company has built a strong position in its region, supported by high operational standards and close customer relationships. The acquisition is a great strategic fit for Renta and expands our presence in the Danish market. We look forward to working together with the Nordjysk Lift team and building on the strong foundation already in place. “

Enquiries: ir@renta.com

About Renta Group

Renta Group is a Northern European full-service equipment rental company founded in 2015. The Company has operations in Finland, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Poland, and the Baltics, with 191 depots and more than 2,300 employees. Renta is a general rental company with a wide range of construction machines and equipment along with related services. In addition to operating a network of general rental depots, Renta is a supplier of specialty rental equipment and services within e.g. tunnelling infrastructure and pumping. For more information, visit www.renta.com

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About Nordjysk Lift

Nordjysk Lift ApS is a Danish general rental company, founded in 1998. The Company, headquartered in Hjørring, has more than 100 employees and 11 depots located throughout Denmark. For more information, visit www.nordjysklift.dk

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Duravent Group, Venting and Air Quality Solutions Leader, Secures Strategic Growth Investment from Bain Capital

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Investment to accelerate Company’s growth and further scale its industry-leading platform 

Detroit, MI – March 18, 2026 – Duravent Group™ (“Duravent” or the “Company”), a leader in the venting and air movement industries and trusted partner to HVAC professionals, today announced it has secured a significant strategic growth investment from Bain Capital.  Bain Capital will partner with Duravent’s leadership team, led by President and CEO Simon A. Davis, and Egeria, the Company’s existing investor, to accelerate the Company’s next phase of growth, deepen its category leadership, and expand its platform through both organic investments and strategic acquisitions.  Financial terms of the private investment were not disclosed.

Headquartered in Detroit, Michigan, Duravent traces its heritage back to 1901 and has been a pioneering leader in venting solutions for over six decades.  The Company operates 14 distinct brands in several locations across the United States, Canada, and Mexico.  With world-class manufacturing capabilities and distribution networks, Duravent remains at the forefront of venting technology, offering high-quality products designed to meet the evolving needs of both residential and commercial applications.

“This investment is a testament to the strength of our platform and the trust we have earned from customers as the leading provider of venting solutions that stand the test of time,” said Simon Davis. “Bain Capital’s extensive industry expertise and operational capabilities make them the ideal partner to accelerate our next phase of growth. We have been fortunate to have an active, strategic investor in Egeria that has enabled us to build the Duravent Group into the business it is today. Adding Bain further enables us to execute our strategic vision focused on accelerating growth, strengthening our category leadership, and enhancing the differentiated value and service we provide to customers and channel partners.”

The investment was made by Bain Capital’s Special Situations team, which has deep experience investing and partnering to support the growth of industrials companies around the world.

“With a market-leading platform in the venting, filtration, and air quality industries and a more than 100-year legacy of engineering excellence, Duravent is renowned for delivering the most reliable, cutting-edge HVAC systems for homeowners, contractors, and industry professionals,” said Matt Evans, a Partner at Bain Capital Special Situations.  “Simon and his team have done an impressive job of deepening the Company’s value proposition rooted in a customer-first mentality.

“We look forward to a collaborative partnership that builds on Duravent’s rich history of innovation and supporting the growth of the platform both organically and through strategic acquisitions while preserving its unwavering commitment to quality and safety,” added Chris Sun, a Managing Director at Bain Capital Special Situations.

“We are excited to have Bain Capital join us in Duravent’s next chapter,” said Egbert Prenger, Egeria’s CEO. “We see tremendous opportunity to combine our capabilities and resources to support Duravent’s continued expansion. This partnership is consistent with Egeria’s Evergreen investment approach to remain invested in companies over the long term and enable them to realize their full potential.”

Jefferies LLC acted as financial advisor, and Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP served as legal advisor to Bain Capital.  J.P. Morgan and Baird acted as financial advisors, and Paul Hastings served as legal advisor to Egeria and Duravent.

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About Duravent Group 
Duravent Group™ is a climate technology leader in the venting and air quality industries and known for first-to-market innovations moving the industry into the future. Headquartered in Detroit, Michigan, Duravent Group operates 14 distinct brands in several manufacturing and distribution centers across Canada, Mexico, and the United States.

With superior manufacturing capabilities, world-class distribution networks, and customer-first service and support, Duravent Group ensures quality and drives safety through scientifically proven materials and unequaled engineering. For more information about Duravent Group, visit duraventgroup.com.

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 $215 billion in assets under management. To learn more, visit www.baincapital.com. Follow @BainCapital on LinkedIn and X (Twitter).

About Egeria
Established in 1997, Egeria is an independent pan-European investment company focused on mid-sized companies in the Benelux and DACH region. Egeria believes in building businesses jointly with entrepreneurial management teams (Boldly Building Together). Egeria’s private equity portfolio comprises investments in more than 20 companies with total revenues of around 3.0 billion euros and over 14,000 employees.

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Blackstone Energy Transition Partners Announces Agreement to Acquire Majority Stake in Advanced Cooling Technologies

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NEW YORK, NY & LANCASTER, PA – March 11, 2026 – Blackstone (NYSE: BX) and Advanced Cooling Technologies, Inc. (“ACT”) announced today that funds managed by Blackstone Energy Transition Partners (“Blackstone”) have entered into a definitive agreement to acquire a majority stake in ACT, a leading U.S. manufacturer of highly-engineered thermal management and energy efficiency solutions. ACT’s executive team will remain in place and continue as significant shareholders in the business.

Founded in 2003 and headquartered in Pennsylvania, ACT designs and manufactures highly-engineered thermal management and energy efficiency solutions for advanced computing, high power density, and mission-critical applications. The company’s innovative solutions include two-phase liquid cooling, heat pipes, phase change materials, cold plates, environmental control units, and composite thermal and structural systems. ACT has thrived not only on their product and technology portfolio, but their unique ability to provide premier engineering and responsiveness to their customers. Blackstone’s investment is intended to help maintain this level of service, while adding capacity and capabilities to enhance the value provided to ACT’s broad customer base.

Mark Zhu, Managing Director at Blackstone, said: “We believe ACT is well positioned for accelerated growth given the increasing importance of thermal management amid rising power intensity and AI innovation. This includes the company’s pioneering work helping meet the next generation of data center and high-performance chip cooling requirements. We are excited to partner with Jon and the entire ACT management team to support the company’s continued technological leadership and expansion of their manufacturing capacity amidst record customer demand.”

David Foley, Global Head of Blackstone Energy Transition Partners, added: “Our investment strategy focuses on identifying businesses we believe are well positioned to benefit from long-term power demand growth and the need to manage power and energy more efficiently. We have a long track record of partnering with founder-led companies, and we look forward to supporting Jon and the ACT team with capital and other resources as they continue to build on the company’s strong foundation in a rapidly growing market.”

Jon Zuo, CEO and Co-Founder of ACT, said: “Every one of us is excited about this new chapter of ACT. With the support of our Blackstone partners, we will continue driving our core values of Innovation, Teamwork, and Customer Care, with the goal of building ACT into the world’s leading thermal management company.”

The transaction is expected to close in second quarter, subject to customary conditions.

Houlihan Lokey served as exclusive financial advisor and Reed Smith served as legal counsel to ACT. Kirkland & Ellis served as legal advisor and UBS served as financial advisor to Blackstone.

About ACT
Advanced Cooling Technologies, Inc. is a premier thermal management solutions company, providing design and manufacturing services to meet our customers’ needs across all points of the product lifecycle. We serve our global customers’ thermal management and energy recovery needs in diverse markets including Data Centers, Space, Defense, Energy, Electronics, HVAC, and Enclosure Cooling. We specialize in providing innovative and performance-optimized thermal management technologies and solutions that meet the unique needs of each customer.

About Blackstone Energy Transition Partners
Blackstone Energy Transition Partners is Blackstone’s strategy for control-oriented equity investments in energy-related businesses, with a successful long-term record, having committed over $27 billion of equity globally across a broad range of sectors within the energy industry. Our investment philosophy is based on backing exceptional management teams with flexible capital to provide solutions that help energy companies grow and improve performance, thereby delivering more reliable, affordable and cleaner energy to meet the growing needs of the global community. In the process, we work to build stronger, larger scale enterprises, create jobs and generate lasting value for our investors, employees and all stakeholders. Further information is available at https://www.blackstone.com/our-businesses/blackstone-energy-transition-partners/.

About Blackstone
Blackstone is the world’s largest alternative asset manager. Blackstone seeks to deliver compelling returns for institutional and individual investors by strengthening the companies in which the firm invests. Blackstone’s $1.3 trillion in assets under management include global investment strategies focused on real estate, private equity, credit, infrastructure, life sciences, growth equity, secondaries and hedge funds. Further information is available at www.blackstone.com. Follow @blackstone on LinkedIn, X (Twitter), and Instagram.

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Hallie Dewey
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Jennifer Heath
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Blackstone and Blue Owl Announce Strategic Minority Investment in Atlas Holdings

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Blackstone and Blue Owl announced today that funds managed by Blackstone GP Stakes and Blue Owl GP Strategic Capital have made a strategic minority investment in Atlas Holdings.

Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Greenwich, Connecticut, Atlas and its affiliates own and operate a diversified group of 30 industrial, manufacturing and distribution businesses. The firm focuses on complex situations where deep operational expertise, hands‑on engagement and long‑term commitment are essential. These capabilities have been a defining feature of Atlas’ strategy for more than two decades.

“We are proud to partner with Atlas, which has built a highly differentiated investment platform grounded in a true owner operator model,” said Michael Rees, Co-President of Blue Owl Capital Inc. and Head of the GP Strategic Capital platform. “The Atlas team’s ability to work closely and collaboratively with management teams has proven critical to their success in strengthening complex, essential businesses, and we look forward to supporting Atlas in this next phase of growth.”

“Over the past decade we’ve built a close partnership with the Atlas team. They are an outstanding organization defined by a culture of excellence and proven track record,” said Josh Blaine, Head of Blackstone GP Stakes. “Atlas’s ability to transform complex industrial businesses into more resilient, higher-performing enterprises aligns with the differentiated, durable playbook we seek in a partner. We look forward to deepening our relationship and sharing Blackstone’s resources to support the firm and its portfolio companies,” added Ward Young, Chief Investment Officer of Blackstone GP Stakes.

“Blackstone and Blue Owl are widely regarded as the most respected investors in GP stakes globally, and we believe the investment by these two institutions speaks strongly to the quality and reputation of the Atlas enterprise,” said Andrew Bursky, Co‑Founder and Managing Partner of Atlas Holdings. “The transaction further strengthens our ability to attract and retain top talent, and Blackstone and Blue Owl will provide meaningful strategic support to Atlas and our portfolio companies through their scaled GP support platforms, allowing us to selectively leverage the broader capabilities of their respective organizations.”

“The shared commitment of Blackstone and Blue Owl is a testament to the strength of our team and the durability of what we have built over the past 25 years. While we are energized by the opportunities ahead created through this partnership, Atlas will continue to invest and operate exactly as we have since inception – with discipline, alignment and a long-term perspective at the core of everything we do,” said Tim Fazio, Co‑Founder and Managing Partner of Atlas Holdings.

Evercore served as financial advisor, and Kirkland & Ellis LLP and Proskauer Rose LLP served as legal counsel to Atlas. Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP served as legal counsel to Blue Owl. Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP served as legal counsel to Blackstone.

About Atlas Holdings
Headquartered in Greenwich, Connecticut and founded in 2002, Atlas and its affiliates own and operate 30 companies which employ more than 75,000 associates across 1,200 facilities worldwide. Atlas operates in sectors such as automotive supply, building materials, capital equipment, construction services, food manufacturing and distribution, metals processing, packaging, paper, power generation, printing, pulp, supply chain management and wood products. Atlas’ companies together generate $26 billion in revenues annually. For more information, please visit atlasholdingsllc.com.

About Blackstone
Blackstone is the world’s largest alternative asset manager. Blackstone seeks to deliver compelling returns for institutional and individual investors by strengthening the companies in which the firm invests. Blackstone’s $1.3 trillion in assets under management include global investment strategies focused on real estate, private equity, credit, infrastructure, life sciences, growth equity, secondaries and hedge funds. Further information is available at www.blackstone.com. Follow @blackstone on LinkedIn, X (Twitter), and Instagram.

About Blue Owl Capital
Blue Owl (NYSE: OWL) is a leading asset manager that is redefining alternatives®. With over $307 billion in assets under management as of December 31, 2025, we invest across three multi-strategy platforms: Credit, Real Assets and GP Strategic Capital. Anchored by a strong permanent capital base, we provide businesses with private capital solutions to drive long-term growth and offer institutional investors, individual investors, and insurance companies differentiated alternative investment opportunities that aim to deliver strong performance, risk-adjusted returns, and capital preservation.

Together with approximately 1,365 experienced professionals globally, Blue Owl brings the vision and discipline to create the exceptional. To learn more, visit www.blueowl.com or LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/blue-owl-capital

Contacts

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Kate Sylvester
Atlasholdings@longacresquare.com

Blackstone
Paula Chirhart
Paula.Chirhart@Blackstone.com
347-463-5453

Blue Owl Capital
Media@blueowl.com

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Ratos company HL Display completes the acquisition of Deinzer Holding GmbH

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Ratos announced December 22, 2025, that HL Display signed an agreement to acquire Deinzer

Holding GmbH a full-service provider of custom-made point-of-sale display solutions for retailers and brand suppliers.

The add-on acquisition is completed as of, March 2, after customary regulatory approval and other conditions were met. The acquisition will further strengthen HL Display’s bespoke offer as well as its position as a leading supplier of in-store merchandising and communication solutions in Europe and is the latest step in the company’s accelerated growth journey.

Having shaped visibility at the point of sales for decades, Deinzer and its team of 180 employees have built a reputation for high quality custom design and production as well as strong customer relationships.

As of March 2, Deinzer will be reported in HL Display’s financials. Deinzer had 30 MEUR turnover and an adjusted EBITA margin of 10% in 2025. Transaction costs amounting to 0.8 MEUR will impact the numbers for the first quarter 2026.

About HL Display
HL is a leader in in-store merchandising and communication solutions, helping customers to create a better shopping in-store experience for shoppers and personnel. Founded in 1954 and today present in more than 70 countries and solutions can be found in 350,000 stores. The company supports its customers to grow sales, inspire shoppers, drive efficiency, reduce waste and improve work in-store. Headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden and sales offices in 24 countries covering 40 markets as well as distribution partners covering the remaining markets globally. HL Display has 1,500 employees and net sales of SEK 3,000m (2025).

Ratos is the majority owner of HL Display.

For more information, please contact:
Katarina Grönwall, VP Communications & Sustainability
+46 70 300 35 38
katarina.gronwall@ratos.com

Anna Vilogorac, CFO & IR
+46 70 616 50 19
anna.vilogorac@ratos.com

About Ratos
Ratos is a Swedish publicly listed business group consisting of 14 companies across three business areas: Construction & Services, Industry and Consumer. The Group operates mainly in the Nordic region, with net sales of SEK 19 billion and an adjusted EBITA of SEK 1.9 billion in 2025, and with a total workforce of around 9,100 employees. Ratos is headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden.

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IK Partners advises Wendel on the sale of Stahl

IK Partners (“IK”), a leading European private equity firm, has advised Wendel on the sale of its stake in Stahl (“the Company”) to Henkel for an enterprise value of €2.1 billion.

The IK Wendel Principal Investments (“WPI”) team, established in early 2026 to support Wendel’s direct investment activities and led by Xavier Lemonnier, has advised Wendel on the signing of an agreement to sell Stahl (excluding Muno). Wendel invested in Stahl in 2006, with the exit generating a net money multiple of 6.6x and an IRR in excess of 15% over the 20-year hold period.

Stahl is a global leader in specialty coatings for flexible materials. The Company benefits from favourable end-market trends — particularly in premium consumer segments — strong exposure to high-growth regions (such as Asia) and a product portfolio driven by sustainable technologies.

Henkel is a German-headquartered global coatings and adhesives leader serving a broad range of industrial and consumer end markets. Henkel benefits from a strong track record in innovation, technology leadership and sustainability.

The transaction is subject to mandatory consultation processes and the satisfaction of customary closing conditions, including regulatory approvals.

Xavier Lemonnier, Partner at IK and Head of the WPI Strategy, said: “We are pleased to be able to announce such a significant transaction so soon after the announcement of the advisory mandate given to IK to support Wendel, leveraging IK’s deep investment expertise. The sale of Stahl to Henkel represents a great outcome for all stakeholders.”

For further details on the transaction, please refer to Wendel’s press release.

For further questions, please contact:

IK Partners
Vidya Verlkumar
Phone: +44 (0) 7787 558 193
vidya.verlkumar@ikpartners.com

About IK Partners

IK Partners (“IK”) is a European private equity firm focused on investments in the Benelux, DACH, France, Nordics and the UK. Since 1989, IK has raised more than €20 billion of capital and invested in over 200 European companies. IK supports companies with strong underlying potential, partnering with management teams and investors to create robust, well-positioned businesses with excellent long-term prospects. For more information, visit ikpartners.com IK is an affiliate of Wendel. For more information, visit wendelgroup.com

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