Companions has acquired Emergo-Group, a construction firm with 75 years of experience in steel constructions and bridge joints. The deal, announced on February 11, 2026, marks a significant step in enhancing Emergo-Group's leadership under new CEO Pierre A. Smetryns.
PolySto Group has announced its acquisition of Hydewa, a German specialist in fiberglass-reinforced polyester (FRP) panel solutions, on May 1, 2025. This strategic move is designed to bolster PolySto's market presence and expand its portfolio of high-performance hygiene solutions.
dsm-firmenich has entered into an agreement with CVC to divest its Animal Nutrition & Health (ANH) business for an enterprise value of approximately €2.2 billion, including an earnout of up to €0.5 billion. The deal marks a significant step in dsm-firmenich's strategy to concentrate on its core consumer segments.
EQT Infrastructure VI and Blackstone Infrastructure have announced their agreement to acquire Urbaser, a leading Spanish waste management firm, from Platinum Equity. This acquisition aims to bolster Urbaser's capabilities in sustainable waste management and expand its market presence.
Royalis Investments has entered into a partnership with Meestersgilde, a Netherlands-based company specializing in the construction, real estate, and technology sectors, to support its growth ambitions. The announcement was made on February 13, 2026.
ECI Partners has acquired Paragin, a leading provider of high-stakes exam and assessment software, marking a pivotal moment in the company's evolution since its founding in 2021. This acquisition is set to bolster Paragin's international presence and product offerings.
Polaris has announced a strategic partnership with Valtus, acquiring a majority stake alongside founder Philippe Soullier. This collaboration is set to leverage Valtus' expertise in executive interim management to accelerate growth across global markets.
VD Pro Group, backed by Vectis Private Equity, has acquired De Kinder Hardware, a professional tool supplier based in Buggenhout. This acquisition aligns with VD Pro Group's strategy to expand its market presence and product range across Belgium.
Edison Partners has announced a $15 million growth equity investment in Payra, a B2B payments and accounts receivable automation platform. This funding will accelerate Payra's efforts to modernize cash collection processes for construction and industrial suppliers reliant on legacy ERP systems.
Mister Car Wash, Inc. has entered into a definitive merger agreement with Leonard Green & Partners, L.P. for an all-cash transaction valued at $3.1 billion, offering stockholders a premium of 29% over recent share prices.
