“Throughout our search for a new growth-oriented partner, Oaklins’ pragmatic and result-oriented approach has helped us to find the best possible partner for Kubus Sports aligning with our values of entrepreneurship, passion for sports and growth.”

Alex Cretier CEO, Kubus Sports

Private Equity | Consumer & Retail

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Kubus Sports welcomes new shareholder for enhanced growth prospects

Transformation Capital, a Netherlands-based growth equity firm, has joined the shareholder base of Kubus Sports, a leading owner of premium sports equipment brands. Alex Cretier, current CEO and co-owner, will stay on and team up with Transformation Capital to seize opportunities that further strengthen Kubus Sports’ leading position in the niche sports equipment market.

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“The management team of VHZ Group is delighted to welcome Gilde Equity Management as a new shareholder. Gilde Equity Management brings added value as an entrepreneurial investor with relevant experience in VHZ’s market. The team of Gilde supports and expresses its confidence in VHZ Group’s growth ambitions and sustainability goals. With the assistance of Oaklins, we have been able to find the ideal new partner for VHZ Group. Gilde Equity Management will continue to support us professionally and we are very much looking forward to our future collaboration.”

Ben Bergsma CEO, VHZ Group

Private Equity | Construction & Engineering Services

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VHZ Group has been acquired by Gilde Equity Management, VHZ Group’s management

VHZ Group, the market leader in the Dutch B2B uPVC windows and doors market, has been acquired by Gilde Equity Management (GEM) together with the company’s management. With the acquisition, VHZ Group and GEM will be able to further expand on the company’s strategy and vision.

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“I am proud to announce that the entire global team has worked diligently to build a truly global service offering that is ready for the next phase. The experience and knowledge we have gained over the last 17 years in the construction supply chain, supported by our in-house developed control tower platform, is ready to expand further. With Capital A we have found a cultural fit that has the power, experience and drive to support us in achieving our goals for the coming years. This enables us to develop and grow our employees and organization while building our network and offerings to exceed our customers’ expectations and support them in achieving their operational, financial and sustainability goals. Oaklins’ sector knowledge, expert advice and support played a fundamental role throughout the sale process.”

Jeroen Scholten Shareholder and CEO, Caliber.global

Private Equity | Logistics | TMT

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Ready for the next growth phase: Caliber.global partnering with Capital A

The shareholders of Caliber.global, a leading tech-enabled fourth-party logistics (4PL) supply chain and management company with deep expertise in the market of construction supply chain management, have agreed to sell a majority stake to Capital A. By partnering with Capital A, Caliber.global will be able to further expand its global footprint and accelerate its growth potential.

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Valuation of investments in private markets

Valuing investments in private markets is a challenging task and affects various stakeholders, including General Partners (GPs), Limited Partners (LPs) of Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs), investors, shareholders, and banks. This complexity arises from subjective assumptions, information asymmetry and potential conflicts of interest between the managers and owners of AIFs. Additionally, the opaque nature of private fund investments adds to the difficulty in determining their value.

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Continuation funds: How much should I price my own masterpiece?

Continuation funds have become a pivotal tool in private equity (PE), allowing General Partners (GPs) to retain control of highperforming assets while providing liquidity to Limited Partners (LPs). However, the central challenge lies in ensuring that the valuation of these transferred assets remains fair and transparent, raising concerns over potential conflicts of interest.

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Fairness opinions in Europe: the bright, the dark and the messy

Boards of directors face the critical task of maximizing company value while aligning with investor expectations. This responsibility becomes especially pressing when assessing mergers, acquisitions (M&A), financial restructurings, or related party transactions. In such cases, boards often seek independent valuators to provide fairness opinions—expert assessments of the financial aspects of a transaction to help fulfill their fiduciary duties.

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