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We are proud to have advised INDURA, the Nordic leading flanges and fittings sourcing partner, on its sale to private equity investor, JYSK-FYNSK KAPITAL A/S // JYSK-FYNSK KAPITAL HOLDING A/S. With its extensive product program and strong presence in the Nordic and DACH regions, INDURA has built a reputation for sourcing and logistical excellence. This new partnership will drive INDURA’s next growth phase while securing a successful generational transition with the onboarding of a new CEO. Congratulations to Carsten Rydahl, Klaus Hansted, and Christian Huno on this deal! Read more here: https://lnkd.in/esfjevui #CorporateFinance #BusinessServices #MergersAndAcquisitions

We have advised the shareholders of Megatech Industries AG, a leading European developer and manufacturer of plastic injection moulded interior and exterior components and systems for the mobility industry, on its sale to Italian mobility supplier, Sapa Group SpA. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eWa9PEPw Megatech is a global leader in automotive component manufacturing, driven by cutting-edge technology and high-quality products, with the expertise of 1,800 professionals. As a trusted partner to major automotive manufacturers, Megatech develops and delivers innovative technical solutions, operating from nine plants across six countries, along with a dedicated Tech Centre. With this acquisition, SAPA reinforces its market leadership, combining both companies’ strengths and the scale of its One-Shot? technology to a broader footprint and reach. With Megatech, SAPA further consolidates its established, long-standing relationships with major OEMs such as Volkswagen Group, BMW Group, and Stellantis. #Automotive #CorporateFinance

Our partnership in Finland is growing! Kimmo Voutilainen and Niklas L?nnberg have been promoted to Partner, marking a significant milestone for Clearwater and strengthening our commitment to clients across the Nordic region. With nearly 18 years of M&A experience, Kimmo has played a key role in numerous transactions across industrials, business services, and tech, helping founders and family-owned businesses find new strategic partners. Niklas, who brings over 15 years of experience, has been actively involved in business services, healthcare, and industrials, recently supporting Nordic PE firms in accelerating buy and build strategies in Finland. These promotions reflect our dedication to developing talent and strengthening our presence in Finland. With Kimmo and Niklas in their new roles, we look forward to continued success and delivering exceptional outcomes for our clients. Read more: https://lnkd.in/edEB3Pds #Leadership #Partners #Promotions #Nordics

Ramadan Mubarak! We extend our warmest wishes to everyone observing this holy month. May it bring peace, reflection, and togetherness to you and your loved ones. #RamadanMubarak #Ramadan2025

“The involvement of top-tier financial partners, such as Sagard, Capza, and Ardian, and a solid and internationally established industrial group, like Audensiel, represents a guarantee of stability for the FOS Group, its historical shareholders, management, and employees. This new structure strengthens our mission and enables us to face the future with greater stability, confidence, and determination.” - Enrico Botte and Gian Matteo Pedrelli, CEOs of Gruppo FOS We are proud to have advised the majority shareholders of FOS on the successful sale of its shares to Audensiel backed by two private equity firms, Sagard and CAPZA. Founded in 1999 and based in Genoa, FOS is a top Italian TTS provider with 350 employees across nine locations, the group serves sectors like industrial, finance, healthcare, telecom, utilities, and public administration. This partnership opens up new opportunities for growth and innovation in digital transformation, strengthening the group’s position in system integration, software development, and telecom services. Congratulations to Marco Morfino, Gabriele Rossetti, and Edoardo Grossi on this deal! Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eSCrSn9Z #CorporateFinance #MergersAndAcquistions #TTS #Tech

What’s shaping the European leveraged finance market in 2025? We recently surveyed 125 lenders across Europe and the UK to find out how macroeconomic and competitive shifts are shaping opportunities for borrowers. Some of the key insights include: ?? A more stable economic environment is fuelling credit appetite ?? Lenders are competing hard for good quality assets, driving down spreads ?? The resurgence of the syndicated loan market together with an increase in fund raises in 2024 are refocusing debt funds on the mid-market As we expand our debt advisory footprint across Europe, our specialists are here to help businesses navigate this evolving market with confidence. Read the full report to uncover our insights into the 2025 European leverage finance market: https://lnkd.in/eCQqDTNm #EuropeanLeveragedFinance #2025MarketTrends #LeveragedFinance #DebtAdvisory?

We’re thrilled to announce Khalid Afras as Head of Leveraged Finance for the DACH region. With eight years of dedication at Clearwater, Khalid has been key in building our leveraged finance expertise and advising private equity investors and corporates. His impressive track record includes a focus on acquisition financings, and he co-leads our private equity coverage alongside our M&A team. Khalid succeeds Dr. Heinrich Kerstien, who built up and led our leveraged finance team in the DACH region and has decided to leave Clearwater to pursue a new career path. We would like to thank Heinrich for his strong commitment and dedication, we wish him all the best for the future. Read more here ?? https://bit.ly/3EHYXSo #Leadership #LeveragedFinance #DACH #PrivateEquity

We are pleased to announce the promotion of Michele Castiglioni to Associate Partner! After launching our debt advisory service in Italy over the past five years, Michele will now take on a strategic role to drive our continued growth and strengthen our market position. With over 15 years of experience, he has been instrumental in expanding our services, contributing to over 15 transactions and raising over €500m in debt. Congratulations to Michele on this exciting next step! We look forward to seeing the continued successes and new heights he will achieve in this role! ?? Read more here ?? https://lnkd.in/ekVjWR8D #Promotion #Leadership #DebtAdvisory

Paris-based Vulcain is joining forces with Clearwater, becoming our partner in France. Read more about this development here: https://lnkd.in/dV_T9vjH Over the last decade, Vulcain has completed more than 150 transactions, establishing itself as a key player in the French small and mid-cap market. Together with Clearwater, Vulcain will be able to deliver even greater value to clients while strengthening its position as a significant player in the French small and mid-cap market. #CorporateFinance #France #Paris #Partnership

We are thrilled to announce that Michael B?lz will be joining Clearwater as Managing Director and Head of Healthcare in Germany! ?? With his vast experience and leadership expertise, Michael will be instrumental in expanding our reach across Germany and enhancing our management team in the region. We are confident that his strategic vision will play a key role in building on our success and solidifying our market position. Exciting times ahead as we continue to grow and deliver exceptional value to our clients! ?? Read more: https://lnkd.in/eD6hFQe6 #Leadership #Healthcare #Expansion #Success #Teamwork