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Jeco Energies has sold a significant minority interest to NPM Capital

November 2024 — NPM Capital has acquired a significant minority interest in Jeco Energies. By teaming up with NPM Capital, Jeco Energies is ready for the next step in its remarkable growth trajectory and strengthening its position as the leading industrial energy solutions provider.

Jeco Energies, a second generation family business founded in 1996, is a fast growing one-stop shop for turnkey solutions that serves all industrial electrical needs. The company operates across four business lines, including industrial specialty rental, industrial electrical energy, industrial automation and industrial services. They work together seamlessly as one synergetic group, creating significant cross-selling opportunities. Jeco Energies caters to a diverse range of blue-chip companies active in different end markets, such as energy suppliers, grid operators, large industrials and port operators. It has offices located in Belgium, the Netherlands and South Africa. The company’s staff consists of approximately 30 engineers and 45 skilled technical workers, who support different business lines.

NPM Capital was founded in 1948 to provide capital to the business community during the post-war reconstruction years. It is an independent investment partner that serves medium- and large-sized companies. Headquartered in the Benelux, NPM Capital focuses on family-owned enterprises and companies with a strong and dedicated management team.

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Oaklins’ team in Brussels acted as the exclusive M&A advisor in this transaction.

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“Oaklins’ team in Belgium provided us with invaluable guidance during the entire process of finding the right partner for Jeco Energies. Their expertise in process management, resolute communication and strategic advice were instrumental in providing us with the necessary comfort and support, ultimately leading to a successful result. We are highly satisfied with their ability to link us with the right partner to enhance our ongoing growth trajectory.”

Jef Van den Brande

Shareholder, Jeco Energies

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Dieter Simons

Managing Director
Brussels, Belgium
Oaklins KBC Securities

Thomas Roelens

Managing Director
Brussels, Belgium
Oaklins KBC Securities

Tom Van de Meirssche

Managing Director
Brussels, Belgium
Oaklins KBC Securities

Amelie Arrazola de Oñate

Associate Director
Brussels, Belgium
Oaklins KBC Securities

Pieter Vanhoudt

Associate Director
Brussels, Belgium
Oaklins KBC Securities

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