Lincoln International represents NORMA Group, a portfolio company of funds advised by 3i, in the acquisition of R.G. Ray Corporation
CHICAGO, May 19, 2010 – Lincoln International LLC, a global mid-market investment bank, advised NORMA Group (“NORMA” or the “Company”), a portfolio company of funds advised by 3i, on its acquisition of R.G. Ray Corporation (“R.G. Ray”), a leading supplier of highly engineered joining technology used in diesel engines, turbochargers, pump/filtration and other applications. R.G. Ray is headquartered in Buffalo Grove, Illinois and has an additional facility in Juarez, Mexico. Lincoln International acted as the exclusive financial advisor to NORMA Group on the transaction, the terms of which were not disclosed.
About NORMA Group
NORMA Group, headquartered in Maintal, Germany, is a global leader in metal and plastic engineered joining technology solutions to a wide range of industries, including the marine, chemical, vehicle, aerospace, harvesting, infrastructure and redistributors. NORMA offers products for a variety of industrial applications ranging from emission control, cooling systems, air intake & induction, ancillary systems and infrastructure to distribution services. With approximately 3,000 employees, the Company operates across 60 countries in Europe, North America and Asia, encompassing 20 subsidiaries and 12 manufacturing facilities.
About 3i
3i, headquartered in London, United Kingdom, is a premier private equity firm focused on buyouts, growth capital and infrastructure investments across Europe, Asia and North America. 3i partners with management teams to make operational improvements, driving value in its portfolio companies. The firm prefers to invest within business services; consumer; general industrial; healthcare; oil, gas and power; and technology, media and telecommunications. Additional information on the firm’s investment strategy and portfolio can be found at www.3i.com.
About Lincoln International
Lincoln International specializes in merger and acquisition advisory services, private capital raising and restructuring advice on mid-market transactions. Lincoln International also provides fairness opinions, valuations and pension advisory services on a wide range of transaction sizes. With 10 offices in Asia, Europe and North America, and strategic partnerships with leading institutions in China and India, Lincoln International has strong local knowledge and contacts in the key global economies. The organization provides clients with senior-level attention, in-depth industry expertise and integrated resources. By being focused and independent, Lincoln International serves its clients without conflicts of interest.
Lincoln International’s Global Industrial Group remains highly active with companies producing highly engineered fastening components and systems. The group’s highly integrated, international team of M&A professionals has extensive experience assisting companies that provide critical components, systems and services to the global industrial markets. With over 50 completed transactions in the past two years, Lincoln International is one of the most active advisors in the industrial sector worldwide. Additionally, Lincoln International remains active in cross-border transactions with approximately 45% of the firm’s 2009 transactions being cross-border in nature. More information about Lincoln International can be obtained at www.lincolninternational.com.
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