LDC Makes Growth Investment in Idwal Marine Services
March 24, 2023
Cardiff-based Idwal Marine Services has secured a growth investment from UK private equity firm LDC to support development of its tech-enabled inspection, fleet monitoring and data services for the global commercial shipping sector. The investment will help Idwal expand its technology platform, ESG reporting capabilities and international footprint (China, Greece, Japan and further overseas offices); Graig Shipping, Idwal's original parent, will continue to partner with the business.
- Buyers
- LDC
- Targets
- Idwal Marine Services
- Sellers
- Graig Shipping PLC
- Industry
- Transportation
- Location
- Wales, United Kingdom
- Transaction Type
- Growth capital
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