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In the midst of the transition from legacy fossil fuels to alternative powertrains and autonomous driving capabilities, the automotive industry has also endured the disruption from COVID-19 and ongoing global supply chain constraints. Our dedicated professionals, located in each of the world’s key automotive markets, are committed to your success in this shifting climate. Oaklins’ capabilities in M&A, growth equity and ECM, debt advisory and corporate finance services span from traditional OEMs suppliers to emerging technology companies. We will help you navigate the current market and close the deals crucial to your future success.

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Nitto Denko Corporation has sold certain assets of Nitto Switzerland to ZF Friedrichshafen AG

Automotive | Other Industries

Nitto Denko Corporation has sold certain assets of Nitto Switzerland to ZF Friedrichshafen AG

Nitto Switzerland is the global market leader in specialized adhesive films for side curtain airbags. Its products outperform other technologies in terms of gas tightness, heat resistance and thickness, as well as adhesiveness to the airbag fabric. The technology is patented and has been sold together with other assets to ZF Friedrichshafen AG in the course of an asset deal.

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Maske Group has been acquired by Hitachi Capital Corporation

Automotive | Financial Services

Maske Group has been acquired by Hitachi Capital Corporation

MMG Invest GmbH has sold Maske Group, a car rental company, to Hitachi Capital Corporation. Financial details have not been disclosed.

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Plain Vanilla Investments has sold its portfolio company Euphoria Mobility to Sofindev

Private Equity | Automotive | TMT

Plain Vanilla Investments has sold its portfolio company Euphoria Mobility to Sofindev

Sofindev has reached an agreement with the shareholders of Euphoria Mobility, including private equity firm Plain Vanilla Investments, to acquire a majority stake in the company. This strategic partnership will enable Euphoria to accelerate its European expansion, reinforce its presence in the Benelux region and further enhance its product offering.

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“Looking back, I am actually impressed by the scope and complexity that a structured and international sale process brings along. Oaklins' German team acted as sparring partner at eye level and showed a high level of expertise and experience throughout the overall sale process. Arranging my succession with Hitachi Capital as future shareholder therefore fully complies with my plans and expectations.”

Andreas Maske

Shareholder, Maske Group

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Car leasing and rental ERP software provider enters next growth phase following majority investment

DEAL FLASH: CarWise and AutoDisk (together CarWise), leading providers of integrated front-, mid- and back-office ERP software for the leasing and car rental sector in the Benelux, have sold a majority stake to Main Capital Partners (Main), a prominent European software investor.

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