Apax Acquires Majority Stake in Opteven from Ardian
July 19, 2022
Apax (via its Apax Midmarket X fund) has acquired the majority shareholding in Opteven from Ardian. Opteven, based in Lyon, France, is a European leader in mechanical breakdown insurance, roadside assistance and vehicle maintenance services and will work with Apax to accelerate international expansion and pursue further external growth; the transaction remains subject to regulatory approvals.
- Buyers
- Apax (Apax Midmarket X fund)
- Targets
- Opteven
- Sellers
- Ardian
- Industry
- Insurance
- Location
- Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France
- Transaction Type
- Buyout
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