Astorg Invests in Third Bridge as IK Sells Stake
January 13, 2021
Astorg has signed a definitive agreement to acquire a minority stake in Third Bridge, with IK Investment Partners selling its holding and the three co-founders reinvesting the majority of their proceeds and remaining majority owners. Financial terms were not disclosed; the investment is intended to support Third Bridge's next stage of growth as it expands its content offering and global footprint.
- Buyers
- Astorg
- Targets
- Third Bridge
- Sellers
- IK Investment Partners
- Industry
- Professional Services
- Location
- United Kingdom
- Transaction Type
- Growth capital
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