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𝐌&𝐀 𝐢𝐬 𝐞𝐧𝐣𝐨𝐲𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚 𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐦 𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐭𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠, 𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧, 𝐜𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 & 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞(𝐓𝐈𝐂𝐂) 𝐬𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫, 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐤𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐛𝐲 𝐦𝐚𝐣𝐨𝐫 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐬. Last year was a 𝐛𝐮𝐬𝐲 𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐚𝐜𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐓𝐈𝐂𝐂 𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭, with the number of deals rising throughout 2024, in comparison to the overall global landscape which saw only a slight increase compared to 2023. In our latest Spot On, Oaklins’ specialist Arjen Kostelijk looks into this dynamic and other trends, such as rising valuations and the appeal of the laboratory testing subsector. We also have an interview with Jonathan Harrison, Group Head of Corporate Development at Phenna Group. Launched in 2018, Phenna has rapidly grown to be a major player in the TICC sector through acquisitions where it seeks to bring together “a group of ‘best of breed’ niche companies”. Read about its focus areas for the future and its biggest challenge going forward. What’s more, you can find a 𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐢𝐞𝐬 covering deals where Oaklins acted as advisor, and an overview of the TICC transactions closed between June and December 2024. https://lnkd.in/d68T9p9g #Oaklins #MergersAndAcquisitions #TICC

Den Berk Délice, a leading Belgian grower of specialty tomatoes, has entered a strategic partnership with Egeria, an independent investment firm, to realize its next growth phase. Oaklins’ teams in Belgium and the Netherlands acted as the exclusive sell-side advisor to Den Berk Délice in this transaction. This deal highlights Oaklins’ extensive expertise in supporting transactions in the horticulture and agriculture sectors. Deal team: Thomas Roelens, Frank de Hek, Tibo Steen, Nicholas Matthyssens, Warner Boumeester, Laurens Vranken and Emile Lemson View more deals in Agriculture: https://lnkd.in/e7tfMiT5 View more deals in Private Equity: https://lnkd.in/eCVWyV-i #Oaklins #MergersAndAquisitions #Agriculture #Horticulture #PrivateEquity

𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐬 𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐞𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐦𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐚 𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲? The 𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐦𝐲 is more than a trend—it’s a fundamental shift in how content is produced, distributed and monetized. ✔️ Traditional media models are evolving as 𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐝𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐬 build global audiences. ✔️  Brands are 𝐫𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 and shifting advertising budgets to creator-driven platforms.  ✔️ Investment opportunities in this space are growing rapidly, making it a 𝐤𝐞𝐲 𝐬𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐌&𝐀 𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐲. Join Oaklins’ exclusive TMT webinar on Tuesday, 4 February, to gain insights into the forces shaping the creator economy, the key growth drivers and the latest investment trends. Industry experts will share their perspectives on what this shift means for media, marketing and finance professionals.  📅 Tuesday, 4 February  ⏰ 10:00 EDT | 16:00 CET  🔗 Register now: https://lnkd.in/d2PjUDbR #Oaklins #MergersAndAcquisitions #Webinars #CreatorEconomy

NPM Capital has acquired a significant minority interest in Jeco Energies, a leading industrial energy solutions provider in the Benelux. By teaming up with NPM Capital, Jeco Energies is ready for the next step in its remarkable growth trajectory through an increased focus on strategic acquisitions and international expansion. Deal team: Tom Van de Meirssche and Dieter Simons View more deals in Energy: https://lnkd.in/dKDg_xA6 View more deals in Private Equity: https://lnkd.in/eCVWyV-i #Oaklins #MergersAndAquisitions #Energy #PrivateEquity

OmniMax International, a leading North American manufacturer of roofing accessories and rainware products, has acquired Millennium Metals, a prominent roofing accessories manufacturer based in Jacksonville, Florida. This strategic acquisition expands OmniMax’s portfolio, bolsters its market presence and strengthens its leadership in the residential roofing accessories market across Florida and the Southeastern United States. Deal team: Mary Frosio and Alex Kellison View more deals in Construction and Engineering Services: https://lnkd.in/eVFXwpdr #Oaklins #MergersAndAquisitions #ConstructionAndEngineeringServices #BuildingMaterial

𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐦𝐲 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐚 𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐎𝐚𝐤𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐬 𝐰𝐞𝐛𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫 Within the digital media sector, the creator economy is a key area, fast-growing and dynamic. This revolutionary field empowers individuals, brands and platforms in terms of audience engagement. And it offers numerous opportunities to businesses looking to expand and remain significant within the media industry. Oaklins is pleased to be launching its new series of TMT-focused webinars, set to run throughout 2025, with an event exploring the creator economy. A panel of industry experts will discuss current growth trends, valuation metrics and investment strategies, among other topics. Join us for this insightful event looking at one of the most interesting and exciting business sectors of today. 𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐞: Tuesday 4 February 𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐞: 10:00 EST, 16:00 CET 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞: https://lnkd.in/djF_qJvM #Oaklins #MergersAndAcquisitions #Webinar #TMT #CreatorEconomy

Here at Oaklins we’re pleased to be starting the new year on the back of an excellent Q4 2024, which saw 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐜𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐭𝐡 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐛𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐚𝐧 𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐳𝐢𝐧𝐠 90 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐝𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐬. Covering a range of industries, locations and transaction types, these deals saw us support companies that are looking to the future and eager to expand their reach, enhance their services and product, and exploit opportunities. Sectors that were particularly buoyant included TMT (16 deals), Healthcare (15) and Consumer & Retail (11), reflecting the dynamism of all corners of today’s global market. 👉 Check out our latest quarterly newsletter for more details and read testimonials from a selection of those we’ve advised recently where they talk about what Oaklins specifically brought to the table for them. https://lnkd.in/e-XbzTZM #MergersAndAcquisitions #Oaklins #Strategy #Leadership

The peaceful reflection in this image reminds us of the importance of slowing down to refocus on what truly matters. In today’s dynamic business world, steady priorities, a clear vision and the courage to make meaningful decisions are essential for achieving shared success. As we step into 2025, we want to thank all the people and companies we worked with for their trust and confidence. Let’s make this year one of purpose, balance and positive impact on the lives and the world around us. 𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐨𝐟 𝐮𝐬 𝐚𝐭 𝐎𝐚𝐤𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐬. #Oaklins #MergersAndAcquisitions

At its recent global trade event, 𝐆𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐜 2024, members of the glass industry came together to 𝐫𝐞𝐟𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐭𝐬 𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐟𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧. Oaklins was there to 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬, and get a handle on 𝐰𝐡𝐚𝐭’𝐬 𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐧 𝐠𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 and how the coming months could look for a sector that’s at a transformative point in its development. In our latest Spot On, Oaklins’ specialist Reinholds R. Razums explores 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐤𝐞𝐲 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐬 that came out of Glasstec 2024: 𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭 𝐝𝐲𝐧𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐜𝐬, 𝐬𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲, and t𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧. Discover insights from participants and Oaklins’ view on these subjects, as well as a summary of the market outlook. You can also learn about 𝐌&𝐀 𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐬 in glass processing and finishing, and some of the recent strategic and PE deals that have been completed in the industry. https://lnkd.in/dhz8AdXY #Oaklins #MergersAndAcquisitions #GlassIndustry #Glasstec

Talan has acquired Thinkmax Consulting Inc. to expand its North American presence and strengthen its position as a Microsoft Dynamics 365 partner and integrator. Oaklins provided guidance throughout the deal process, working tirelessly to identify potential targets’ value offering, market positioning, metrics and culture. Deal team: Alexis Iche and Guillaume Poulin View more deals in TMT: https://lnkd.in/epmD-qEw #Oaklins #MergersAndAquisitions #TMT