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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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FAI Automotive has been acquired by Motus Holdings
Automotive

FAI Automotive has been acquired by Motus Holdings

FAI Automotive plc (FAI), one of the UK’s leading distributors of replacement automotive parts, has been sold to Motus Holdings, a South Africa-headquartered automotive group.

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SAPA has acquired 100% of Promens Zevenaar and Promens Rongu
Automotive

SAPA has acquired 100% of Promens Zevenaar and Promens Rongu

SAPA S.p.A., the One-Shot® company, engaged in the sustainable mobility solutions sector, announces a considerable expansion into the truck sector and in northern Europe with the acquisition of 100% of Promens Zevenaar (Netherlands) and Promens Rongu (Estonia). With this acquisition, SAPA bolsters its presence with major customers, including Volvo, Scania and Daimler Truck.

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SAPA Group has acquired a majority stake in Grupo Hispamoldes
Private Equity | Automotive

SAPA Group has acquired a majority stake in Grupo Hispamoldes

SAPA Group, one of Europe’s leading makers of specialist next-generation parts for the sustainable mobility industry, has acquired a majority stake in Grupo Hispamoldes, a portfolio company of Quarza Inversiones, the investment vehicle created by Cristian Abelló in 2019, who will stay on as one of Hispamoldes’ shareholders.

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“The acquisition of FAI by Motus will bring us many synergies, with scope to expand our supply chains and product ranges as well as opportunities to enter new markets. Both existing and new customers will benefit from our core aims of best availability, best service, best quality and best price. Our business ethos is so closely aligned with that of Motus’ that the change of ownership will be seamless, but the benefits will be felt by all.”

Jonathan Alexander

CEO, FAI Automotive plc

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A look back: Success stories and smart moves in Q1

QUARTERLY M&A ACTIVITY: Q1 saw a dynamic market with significant M&A activity in various industries, with TMT leading with 15 deals. Energy, Real Estate, and Construction & Engineering Services also saw high activity.

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Yaron Zimbler

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