OpenGate Capital Acquires Extol to Form Aluminium Solutions Group with Aluminium France Extrusion

Thales Acquires Gorgé Family Stake in Exail Technologies for €3.9 Billion

July 7, 2026

Aerospace & Defense

Thales has signed a binding agreement to acquire the Gorgé family concert’s 35.51% stake in Exail Technologies, targeting 100% ownership through a mandatory tender offer at €134 per share. The deal is expected to close in the third quarter of 2027 for the stake purchase, with the full tender offer process planned to complete by early 2028 at the latest, subject to regulatory approvals.

Davis-Standard Acquires Extrusion Technology Group (ETG) from Nimbus

October 31, 2023

Manufacturing

Davis-Standard, a portfolio company majority owned by Gamut Capital Management, has agreed to acquire the Extrusion Technology Group (ETG) from entities controlled by Dutch investor Nimbus. The acquisition expands Davis-Standard's extrusion equipment and services portfolio by adding ETG's brands (including Battenfeld-Cincinnati, Exelliq and Simplas) and global aftermarket capabilities; terms were not disclosed.

Forged Solutions Group (Arlington Capital Portfolio Company) Acquires Continental Forge

December 9, 2022

Manufacturing

Forged Solutions Group (an Arlington Capital Partners portfolio company) has acquired Continental Forge, a precision near-net shape forging and machining supplier to the military and commercial aerospace industries. The acquisition expands FSG's manufacturing capabilities into precision aluminum forgings and brings Continental Forge's long-standing customer relationships and certifications onto the FSG platform.

Equistone Acquires Majority Stake in Gardengate from Crest Capital Partners

October 18, 2021

Manufacturing

Equistone Partners Europe has acquired a majority stake in Gardengate, a Braga-based manufacturer of aluminium gates, doors and other outdoor-home aluminium products, with Crest Capital Partners retaining a minority stake alongside the founder and management team. Equistone plans to support Gardengate's international expansion (Benelux, Germany, UK), broaden its product range, grow its online presence and consolidate Portuguese production to increase capacity and profitability.

Vision Group, Novatech and Thermoplast Acquire ENERGI Fenestration Solutions from OpenGate Capital

June 2, 2021

Building Products

OpenGate Capital realized its portfolio company ENERGI Fenestration Solutions in a multi‑party sale that split the business by operations. The Vision Group acquired ENERGI's U.S. operations, Novatech Group acquired the Terrebonne patio door division, and Thermoplast Extrusions acquired the Laval extrusions business; transaction terms were not disclosed.

Corbel Capital Partners and Gallamar Group Acquire BRT Extrusions, Inc.

January 29, 2021

Manufacturing

Corbel Capital Partners provided a structured investment to support the acquisition of BRT Extrusions, Inc., partnering with independent sponsor Gallamar Group. Headquartered in Niles, Ohio, BRT is a regional aluminum-extrusion manufacturer with finishing capabilities; the capital will support capacity expansion and continued growth of the business.