Providence Equity Partners Acquires Majority Stake in Marlink from Apax Partners
July 1, 2022
Providence Equity Partners has acquired a majority shareholding in Marlink Group from Apax Partners, valuing Marlink at approximately $1.4 billion. Ardian and Marlink management have taken minority stakes alongside Providence as Apax retains a significant minority position; the investment is intended to accelerate Marlink's growth and expansion of its smart network and digital solutions.
- Buyers
- Providence Equity Partners, Ardian
- Targets
- Marlink Group
- Sellers
- Apax Partners
- Industry
- Telecommunications
- Location
- France
- Transaction Type
- Buyout
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