Bolster Investment Partners has acquired a majority stake in Eternal Sun
Mayo 2025 — Bolster Investment Partners, a Netherlands-based investment firm, has acquired a majority stake in Eternal Sun, a global technology leader in advanced solar panel testing equipment, from ABN AMRO Sustainable Impact Fund, a private impact fund based in the Netherlands, and Vermec, a Belgium-based investment firm.
This partnership marks the next phase of growth for Eternal Sun. With its long-term support and growth expertise, Bolster is the ideal partner to help Eternal Sun drive its buy-and-build strategy, accelerate international expansion and support the continued professionalization of the organization.
Founded in 2011 by Stefan Roest, Eternal Sun develops, manufactures and installs advanced testing equipment for solar panels. With a focus on innovative flash and steady-state simulators, the company helps customers around the world assess the performance and reliability of solar panels. Leveraging deep technical expertise and innovative strength, Eternal Sun has established itself as the global market leader in steady-state simulators, essential tools for accurate, long-term testing of solar panels. The company serves leading solar panel manufacturers and independent laboratories across 60 countries, operating from six locations in four countries. Its high-precision testing equipment plays a vital role in quality control, pricing and R&D. In addition, Eternal Sun provides import testing and factory inspection services to major importers and developers of solar energy projects. Following earlier strategic acquisitions, such as Spire Solar in the USA and SunChine in China, the company is well positioned to benefit from continued market growth and technological advancements.
Bolster Investment Partners is a long-term investment firm focused on partnering with founder-led and family-owned businesses through both minority and majority stakes. The firm’s long-term approach and experience align well with sustainable and technology-driven businesses such as Eternal Sun.
Nuestro papel en la transacción
Oaklins’ team in the Netherlands acted as the exclusive sell-side advisor to the shareholders of Eternal Sun on this transaction. The team in Germany provided support in the early stages of the transaction. The deal highlights Oaklins’ extensive expertise in the energy and sustainability sector, advising both management and private equity investors on value maximization strategies for industry-leading businesses.
Stefan Roest
Founder and CTO, Eternal Sun
Contáctese con el equipo de la transacción
Rainier Smeink
Oaklins Netherlands
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