Ufenau Capital Partners is delighted to announce that CVS Group, which invested in R&M in 2021, has acquired two companies with a solid track record: Proteknia Fire and Ebrofrío.
CVS Group is strategically integrating renowned companies in the sector to provide specialized technical installation services to industrial clients across the nation, aiming to establish itself as a benchmark in quality, added value, and service. With its current investments, the group has become a national leader in designing, installing, and maintaining refrigeration, air conditioning, and fire protection systems. With the recent additions, the group now operates nationwide through 15 branches, catering primarily to the agri-food, distribution, and logistics sectors.
Proteknia Fire specializes in designing, installing, and maintaining fire protection systems, encompassing both active and passive protection, temperature control, smoke evacuation, as well as offering risk audits, consulting, and engineering services. The company has a nationwide presence with over 70 professionals distributed among its 8 branches.
Ebrofrío, with a history spanning over three decades, excels in developing innovative technical solutions for commercial and industrial refrigeration, along with expertise in air conditioning. The company provides comprehensive professional services covering the entire installation cycle, from design to maintenance. Headquartered in Zaragoza, it boasts a team of over 40 experienced professionals serving clients on both national and international fronts.
The executive shareholders of Proteknia Fire and Ebrofrío have made significant reinvestments and continue to lead their respective companies, steering their growth within CVS Group.
Raúl Bengoa, María Soriano, and José Martinez, the management team of Proteknia Fire, express, "Our vision extends beyond simply thinking about future decisions; for us, it's about how our current choices impact the future. For this reason, we decided to join a group of seasoned specialists dedicated to innovation and collaboration, to turn projects into realities."
Carlos Alós and Antonio Alós, the management team of Ebrofrío, state, “With CVS Group we are pleased to have discovered, the perfect partners to embark on our future journey. Together, we are poised to become an industry leader, forging a stronger and more diverse business group. With enhanced technical capabilities, we are well-equipped to deliver quality, added value, and service to our customers.”
With the inclusion of these two acquisitions, the group achieves combined sales of EUR 40m and a workforce of 200 FTEs, solidifying its position among the industry leaders in its respective segments.
About Ufenau Capital Partners
Ufenau Capital Partners is a privately-owned Swiss Investor Group headquartered at Lake Zurich. It provides advisory services to private and institutional investors for their investments in private equity. Ufenau Capital Partners focuses on investments in service companies in German-speaking Europe, Iberia, and the Benelux region. The sectors of interest include Education & Lifestyle, Business Services, Healthcare, IT Services, and Financial Services.
Since 2011, Ufenau has invested in over 330 service companies in Europe. The group employs an active value-adding investment approach, working closely with entrepreneurs and managers. Ufenau manages and advises capital amounting to EUR 3.0 billion
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