Arcline Investment Management has acquired International Water-Guard
June 2023 — Arcline Investment Management has acquired International Water-Guard (IWG).
Arcline Investment Management is a growth-oriented private equity firm with US$8.9 billion in cumulative capital commitments. Arcline invests in niche, technology-driven businesses in high-value industries, such as defense, aerospace, industrial technology, life sciences, energy transition and specialty materials.
IWG is a leading provider and servicer of proprietary potable water systems and components for use in business and commercial jet applications, protecting both passengers and crew from the risk of waterborne illnesses. The company’s comprehensive product portfolio ranges from water treatment units to components such as pumps, on-demand water heaters, tanks or structural details, and complete water systems, including control technology. IWG’s products have been factory-installed or retrofitted on over 4,000 aircraft worldwide.
Our role in the transaction
Oaklins Janes Capital, our aerospace, defense and security team in Irvine, served as financial advisor to Arcline in connection with the transaction.
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Stephen Perry
Oaklins Janes Capital
Ken Fukumoto
Oaklins Janes Capital
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