Groupe Stella has acquired Sofermi
March 2017 — Groupe Stella, a leading French producer of roller blinds, grilles and shutters, and gates, has acquired Sofermi. Financial details have not been disclosed.
Established in 1956, Groupe Stella has become one of the leading French players in the development and production of roller blinds, grilles and shutters, gates and sectional doors. The group consists of three companies: La Toulousaine, Profalux and Eveno. Stella has enjoyed sustained growth in terms of turnover and financial performance due to a controlled organic growth strategy bolstered by several strategic acquisitions. In 2007, the group acquired Profalux to become one of the leaders in the field of roller blinds, in the private and renovation markets. This was followed by the buy-back of Eveno in 2012, which provided Stella with a footprint in the field of roller blinds and sectional doors for use mainly in the industrial joinery and manufacturing markets. These two operations significantly benefited Stella, expanding its geographical position, product range and client base. In 2014, the group had a turnover of almost US$150 million and 10,000 clients, primarily comprising independent installation engineers and business networks. La Toulousaine and Profalux focus mainly on the renovation segment, whereas Eveno operates primarily within the construction segment. The group has 650 employees across three production sites in France.
Sofermi is an industrial manufacturer of roller shutters. Incorporated in 1994, the company is located near Toulouse, France, and generates over US$10 million turnover. Sofermi has developed a unique expertise, in close collaboration with major players in the industry and leading equipment manufacturers. Thanks to a modern, modular and reactive production tool, the company offers customized products to its customers.
Our role in the transaction
Oaklins' team in France advised the buyer in this transaction.
Talk to the deal team
Related deals
JP Chick & Partners has been acquired by Qflow
J P Chick & Partners Ltd. has been acquired by Qflow Group AB, strengthening Qflow’s presence in the UK. With nearly 40 years of experience, an established presence in the East of England and broad expertise in structural, civil and environmental engineering, J P Chick complements the capabilities of Qflow’s existing UK businesses. The acquisition further expands Qflow’s UK operations and strengthens its multidisciplinary engineering offering.
Learn moreDe Groot Installatiegroep has acquired a stake in Pesch Electrotechniek
De Groot Installatiegroep has acquired a stake in Pesch Electrotechniek, a specialist in industrial electrical installations and electrical engineering services based in Rozenburg, the Netherlands. Through the acquisition of Pesch, De Groot Installatiegroep enters the industrial electrical installation market and establishes a presence in the Rotterdam port region. For Pesch, the partnership provides access to the resources, capabilities and broader technical expertise of a larger installation group, while allowing the company to build on its existing customer relationships and specialist market position.
Learn moreValuation advisory has been provided to a co-investor in VDK
EMK Capital has transferred VDK Groep B.V. from EMK Capital Partners Fund I into the newly established US$1.4 billion single-asset continuation fund, the EMK VDK Partnership Fund, alongside a co-investment from EMK Capital Partners Fund III. The transaction, co-led by LGT Capital Partners and Coller EQT, provides existing investors with the opportunity to retain their exposure to VDK while securing additional capital to support the company’s continued growth and buy-and-build strategy.
Learn more