Dieffenbacher Acquires Italian Press Manufacturer Pagnoni Impianti

Matica Fintec Acquires Panini S.p.A.

September 3, 2025

Payments & Fintech

Matica Fintec S.p.A. has acquired Panini S.p.A. from SETA Holding, combining Matica's secure payments and identity issuance capabilities with Panini's check-scanning and document digitization technology. The deal is intended to strengthen Matica's banking‑infrastructure and payments portfolio and accelerate growth — particularly in the U.S. — by leveraging complementary manufacturing and software resources.

Danfoss Acquires Palladio Compressors

October 1, 2025

Manufacturing

Danfoss has acquired Palladio Compressors Srl to add screw-compressor technology to its portfolio, supporting large-scale HVAC/R systems and high‑temperature heat pumps. The deal integrates Palladio’s efficient screw compressors — designed for natural and low‑GWP refrigerants — into Danfoss’s broader compressor, valves, controls and heat‑exchanger offering to expand capabilities and address mid‑range energy applications.

Ergon-backed Dolciaria Acquaviva Acquires Milanopane S.r.l.

October 31, 2019

Food & Beverage

Ergon Capital Partners-backed Dolciaria Acquaviva has acquired Milanopane S.r.l., a Buccinasco-based producer of high-quality puff pastry salty snacks. Milanopane generates approximately €6 million in sales and employs 40 FTEs; the acquisition expands Dolciaria's product offering into salty frozen snacks, strengthens its position with modern trade customers, adds a Northern Italy production hub and is expected to deliver commercial and cost synergies.

Phaidon Acquires The Monacelli Press

February 4, 2020

Media & Entertainment

Phaidon, the global publisher of the creative arts, has acquired The Monacelli Press, a New York–based publisher of illustrated books on architecture, design and the arts. Terms were not disclosed; Monacelli will remain a separate imprint and its staff will relocate to Phaidon's New York office as Phaidon expands its portfolio and category capabilities.

Sihl Group Acquires Dietzgen Corporation

January 7, 2022

Manufacturing

Sihl Group, a portfolio company of Equistone Partners Europe, has acquired Dietzgen Corporation, a Tampa-based converter and distributor of coated digital print media. The deal strengthens Sihl's North American footprint and logistics capabilities, enabling expansion of its high-end coated print media and flexible packaging offering in the US.

GMM Pfaudler Acquires Majority Stake in Pfaudler Group from DBAG

February 16, 2021

Manufacturing

GMM Pfaudler Limited has completed the acquisition of a majority stake in the global business of the Pfaudler Group from Deutsche Beteiligungs AG (DBAG) Fund VI, making GMM the ultimate holding company for the combined group. The consolidated business will have estimated combined revenue of ~Rs 20 billion (USD 267 million), roughly 1,500 employees and 12 manufacturing facilities across eight countries, positioning GMM Pfaudler as a global leader in corrosion‑resistant process equipment and services for the chemical and pharmaceutical industries.