EQUISTONE PARTNERS EUROPE

Equistone Partners Europe SAS is a prominent mid-market private equity firm with a significant presence across Europe's largest economies. The company has established itself as a leader in the private equity sector, particularly focusing on the mid-market segment. With offices in France, Germany, the Benelux region, the United Kingdom, and Switzerland, Equistone has been actively supporting growth-oriented small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) since 1990. The firm's investment strategy is centered around change of ownership deals, with a strong inclination to invest as a majority shareholder in partnership with incumbent management teams. Equistone targets companies valued between €50 million and €500 million across various sectors, aiming to invest between €25 million and €200 million or more of equity. This approach has led to a diverse portfolio that includes businesses in fields such as outpatient oncology care, perimeter protection solutions, high-performance engineered solutions, traffic and safety management, vehicle rental aggregation, filter distribution, outdoor advertising, experience gifts, specialty chemicals, compliance and cybersecurity software, marketing services, modular construction, fittings and accessories for kitchens and bathrooms, precision parts manufacturing, and supply chain management. One of the notable brands owned by Equistone Partners Europe SAS is Vertbaudet, a leading European e-commerce distributor of children's clothing, accessories, and homeware. Vertbaudet has carved out a niche for itself as a French brand specializing in fashion for kids, babies, and expectant mothers. The brand offers a wide range of products that cater to the needs of children from 0 to 12 years old, including clothing, bedding, decoration, nursery items, and toys. Vertbaudet is recognized for its exclusive ranges that are both creative and practical, meeting the needs of children and parents alike. In addition to children's fashion, Vertbaudet also provides maternity wear, with a collection that includes nursing bras and maternity dresses designed to be both trendy and functional for mothers-to-be. The brand extends its offerings to nursery and baby furniture, ensuring that parents have access to a comprehensive selection of equipment for their baby's early years, including changing bags, sleeping bags, and items for daily bathing and healthcare. Equistone Partners Europe SAS, through its ownership of Vertbaudet and other businesses, demonstrates a consistent focus on partnering with winning management teams to drive long-term growth and generate impressive returns for its investors. The firm's success is attributed to its deep experience, strategic investments, and commitment to creating value alongside the management teams of the companies it invests in.