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Virgin Voyages Announces $550 Million in Funding Led by Ares Management to Further Accelerate Growth

Virgin Voyages has secured $550 million in funding led by Ares Management to accelerate its growth and global expansion. The investment strengthens the financial position of the cruise line, part of Richard Branson's Virgin Group, and supports its mission to enhance customer experiences while expanding internationally. This funding highlights Ares Management's commitment to investing in companies with significant growth potential in the travel and leisure sector.

Fri Sep 08 2023Ares Management

Ares Management Corporation to Acquire Crescent Point Capital

Ares Management Corporation has announced its acquisition of Crescent Point Capital, an Asia-focused private equity firm managing approximately $3.8 billion in assets. This strategic move strengthens Ares' presence in the Asia-Pacific region and complements its global investment capabilities. The acquisition highlights Ares' commitment to expanding its footprint and leveraging Crescent Point Capital's expertise in Southeast Asia and China to tap into new growth opportunities in private equity.

Mon Jul 17 2023Ares Management

Savers Value Village™ Announces Pricing of Initial Public Offering

Savers Value Village™, the largest for-profit thrift store operator in the U.S. and Canada, has announced the pricing of its Initial Public Offering (IPO). This marks a significant milestone in the company’s growth journey, supported by Ares Management Corporation, a key investor. The IPO represents a strategic move by Ares to realize returns on its investment, highlighting its commitment to leveraging corporate opportunities to generate value in the private equity space.

Wed Jun 28 2023Ares Management

Charterhouse Capital Partners-backed Mirion begins trading on the NYSE

Mirion Technologies has completed its business combination with GS Acquisition Holdings Corp II (GSAH), and began trading on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbols "MIR" and "MIRW" on October 21, 2021.

Thu Oct 21 2021Charterhouse Capital Partners LLP

Audax Private Equity to Sell Reedy Industries to Partners Group

Audax Private Equity (“Audax”) today announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to sell Reedy Industries (“Reedy” or the “Company”), a leading provider of commercial heating, ventilation and air conditioning (“HVAC”), to Partners Group, acting on behalf of its clients. Audax will continue to be an investor in the Company and remain on the Company’s board of directors.

Tue Jul 20 2021Audax Private Equity

Audax Private Equity Announces Majority Investment in Risk Intelligence Leader Flashpoint

Audax Private Equity (“Audax”) today announced that it has acquired a majority stake in Flashpoint, a global leader in actionable threat intelligence, to support its continued growth initiatives. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

Fri Jul 16 2021Audax Private Equity

Audax Private Equity Announces Sector Expansion and Senior Hires

Audax Private Equity (“Audax”) today announced its expansion into the Financial Services sector. The segue into the Financial Services sector is a natural next step for Audax and will complement the firm’s historic focus on investments in Business Services, Consumer, Healthcare, Industrial Services & Technologies, and Software & Technology sectors. By combining Audax’ platform and established Buy & Build approach with the growing team’s experience and expertise, Audax is well-positioned to identify and invest in compelling opportunities in the Financial Services industry.

Mon Jul 12 2021Audax Private Equity

Audax Private Equity Announces Investment in Solve Industrial Motion Group

Audax Private Equity (“Audax”) today announced that it has acquired a controlling interest in Solve Industrial Motion Group (“Solve” or the “Company”), a leading provider of high-quality power transmission components and industrial-grade bearings, from Incline Equity Partners. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

Sat Jul 10 2021Audax Private Equity

Charterhouse Capital Partners announces investment in Labelium

Charterhouse Capital Partners has entered into an agreement to invest in Labelium, a leading B2B digital marketing performance consulting agency, acquiring the company from Qualium.

Fri Jul 02 2021Charterhouse Capital Partners LLP

Charterhouse Capital Partners enters into exclusive negotiations for the sale of Siaci Saint Honoré

Charterhouse Capital Partners has entered exclusive negotiations to sell Siaci Saint Honoré, a global B2B insurance brokerage, to a consortium led by Burrus Group, the majority shareholder of DIOT.

Fri Jul 02 2021Charterhouse Capital Partners LLP

Ares Management

Los Angeles, United States

Ares Management Corporation (NYSE: ARES) is a leading global alternative investment manager offering clients complementary primary and secondary investment solutions across the credit, private equity, real estate and infrastructure asset classes. We seek to provide flexible capital to support businesses and create value for our stakeholders and within our communities. By collaborating across our investment groups, we aim to generate consistent and attractive investment returns throughout market cycles. As of June 30, 2024, Ares Management Corporation's global platform had approximately $447 billion of assets under management with approximately 3,000 employees operating across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific and the Middle East.

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Charterhouse Capital Partners LLP

London, United Kingdom

Charterhouse is one of the longest established private equity firms operating in Europe. The firm connects expertise and capital, partnering with ambitious founders and management teams to drive transformational change. Charterhouse has a selective, conviction-led approach to investing in high-quality mid-market European companies across the Services, Healthcare, Specialised Industrials and Consumer sectors. It targets transactions with an enterprise value of between €200m and €1.5bn. Charterhouse’s international team works in an integrated and flexible manner, allowing the firm to combine the skills, knowledge and experience of its entire team to help build successful businesses over the long term. The firm has completed more than 150 acquisitions over 35 years of activity in the European buyout market.

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Audax Private Equity

Boston, United States

Based in Boston and San Francisco, Audax Private Equity is a leading middle market investment firm with approximately $16 billion of assets under management, over 185 employees, and 80-plus investment professionals. Since its founding in 1999, the firm has invested in more than 160 platforms and 1,200 add-on acquisitions. Through our disciplined Buy & Build approach, across six core industry verticals, Audax helps portfolio companies execute on organic and inorganic growth initiatives that fuel revenue expansion, optimize operations, and significantly increase equity value.

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