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MPP Holdings has sold NetShape Composites (Suzhou) to Hunan Meihu Intelligent Manufacturing
Netshape Composites (Suzhou) Netshape Composites (Suzhou) (NetShape Suzhou) is a China-based leading powder metallurgy products solution provider, serving automotive off-highway equipment, heavy truck equipment, outdoor power equipment, industrial hardware and… Read More
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Bencis has sold Olyslager to Vitec Software Group
Olyslager Olyslager is the leading provider of mission-critical data and software solutions for lubricant and fluid suppliers. Olyslager’s solution is an integral part of its customers’ daily workflow and operates… Read More
Lincoln International adds Joe Sparacino as Managing Director, Expanding Auto Aftermarket Coverage
New hires join in newly introduced Boston office Lincoln International, a global investment banking advisory firm, is pleased to announce that Joe Sparacino has joined as a Managing Director. His… Read More
Joe Sparacino
Joe provides mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and capital raising advisory services to private equity firms and corporations, with a focus on the global automotive, truck, and specialty vehicle aftermarket. Leveraging… Read More
Center Rock Capital Partners has acquired Wolverine Advanced Materials from ITT
Wolverine Advanced Materials Headquartered in Dearborn, Michigan, Wolverine Advanced Materials (WAM) is an industry leading advanced materials specialist supplying critical original equipment components for engineering applications to the automotive brake… Read More
Lincoln International Managing Directors Recognized as Emerging Leaders
Lincoln International is pleased to share that The M&A Advisor named Managing Directors Adam Gifford, Brian Goodwin, Eddie Krule and Scott Molinaro as recipients in the Emerging Leaders Awards. These… Read More
Stellex Capital Management has completed a single asset continuation vehicle transaction involving Fenix Parts
Client: Stellex Capital Management Client Location: United States Target: Fenix Parts Target Location: United States Target Description: Fenix Parts is a leading recycler and reseller of original equipment manufacturer (OEM) automotive products. The company’s… Read More
Knorr-Bremse, the parent company of Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems, has sold SafetyDirect to Rand McNally, a portfolio company of TELEO Capital
SafetyDirect SafetyDirect is a product line of Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems which provides fleet operators with comprehensive feedback on their fleet and drivers, along with videos of severe events. SafetyDirect… Read More
“Leader to Leader” Series
The Leader to Leader video series turns up the dial on rich conversations with prominent leaders – from business owners and entrepreneurs to investors and CEOs – highlighting their stories… Read More
Ardent Equity and VE Partners have sold Premium Sound Solutions to AAC Technologies
Premium Sound Solutions With approximately 3,500 employees, Premium Sound Solutions (PSS) is a global leader in the development, production and commercialization of premium acoustic components and sound systems to automotive… Read More
OmniMax International has sold Amerimax Fabricated Products to a family office
Client: OmniMax International Client Location: United States Target: Amerimax Fabricated Products Target Location: United States Acquirer: Family office Acquirer Location: Netherlands Target Description: Amerimax Fabricated Products provides a comprehensive suite of solutions and components… Read More
Thilo Schomberg
Thilo provides mergers and acquisitions advisory services to private equity firms, small and medium-sized enterprises and large-cap multinational corporations in the industrials industry, with a focus on automotive and mobility… Read More
Angeles Equity Partners has sold Siac do Brasil Ltda to JOST
Client: Angeles Equity Partners Client Location: United States Target: Siac do Brasil Ltda Target Location: Brazil Acquirer: JOST Werke SE (ETR: JST) Acquirer Location: Germany Target Description: Siac do Brasil manufactures… Read More
MiddleGround Capital has acquired Xtrac from Inflexion
Xtrac Xtrac is the leading global supplier of professional motorsport and specialist high-performance automotive transmission systems across internal combustion engines, hybrid and electric vehicles, providing in-house design and engineering services,… Read More
Knorr-Bremse has sold Kiepe Electric to Heramba
Kiepe Electric Kiepe Electric, a subsidiary of Knorr-Bremse, headquartered in Germany, is a global leader in electrifying road and urban rail transportation. The company manufactures and implements power electronics, electric… Read More
Auto Plus, a portfolio company of Icahn Enterprises L.P., has sold substantially all of its assets to a series of strategic acquirers
Auto Plus Auto Plus is a leading regional automotive aftermarket parts distributor offering premium branded products to an extensive network of commercial and retail customers. The company’s attractive geographic footprint… Read More
H2 Equity Partners has agreed to sell TB&C to Delta Electronics
TB&C TB&C, headquartered in Germany is a leading manufacturer of bespoke high-voltage components and sunroof systems for the automotive industry. The company was founded in 2004 and has since emerged… Read More
Alkegen, a portfolio company of Clearlake Capital, has sold Lydall TAS to Regent
Lydall TAS Lydall Thermal Acoustical Solutions (TAS) is a leading global provider of innovative, high-performance and highly engineered thermal and acoustical management insulation solutions for demanding applications. The company offers… Read More
Parcom Capital Management has sold Euramax Coated Products to a family office
Client: Parcom Capital Management Client Location: Netherlands Target: Euramax Coated Products Target Location: Netherlands Acquirer: Family office Acquirer Location: United Kingdom Target Description: Euramax is a manufacturer of coated aluminum cladding for mobility and architectural products.
The Lead Left | Webinar: 2023 M&A Outlook
Lincoln International is pleased to have participated in The Lead Left Presents: 2023 M&A Outlook, a webinar discussing market activity and expectations for the coming year. A few key takeaways… Read More
Horizon Global Corporation has been taken private by First Brands Group, LLC
Client: Horizon Global Corporation Client: United States Target: Horizon Global Corporation Target Location: United States Acquirer: First Brands Group, LLC Acquirer Location: United States Client Description: Horizon Global Corporation (NYSE: HZN), one… Read More
Nitto has agreed to transfer a portion of its NVH business to Parker Corporation
NVH business of Nitto Denko Corporation Nitto’s NVH business is engaged in the manufacturing and distribution of components, primarily reinforcement and vibration-damping materials that improve the comfort and safety of… Read More
Innovative International Acquisition Corp has merged with Zoomcar
Client: Innovative International Acquisition Corp. Client Location: United States Target: Zoomcar Target Location: India Acquirer: Innovative International Acquisition Corp. Acquirer Location: United States Target Description: Zoomcar provides car sharing services.
Insolvency administrator Schultze & Braun has sold Bolta Werke to Winning Group
Client: Schultze & Braun Client Location: Germany Target: Bolta Werke Target Location: Germany Acquirer: Winning Group Acquirer Location: Czech Republic Target Description: Bolta Werke produces electroplated interior and exterior components.