Acquisitions in Veneto, Italy

VSP Vision has completed the acquisition of Marcolin, a global eyewear design, manufacturing, and distribution company. Marcolin was acquired from PAI Partners and other minority shareholders, and both Marcolin and Marchon Eyewear will continue to operate as they do today.

LIAN Group launched Vitaura, a consolidation platform in aesthetic medicine, surgery, and longevity, and announced its first acquisition. Vitaura acquired the Medicina Estetica Zazzaron clinic in Veneto, with founder Dr. Michela Zazzaron continuing to lead the business as Vitaura plans additional acquisitions across Italy.

Keyline Industries (the umbrella brand of Keyline S.p.A.) completed two Italy-based acquisitions in 2024 to expand in security automation and access solutions. One of the acquisitions was Allmatic, a Belluno-founded home automation products company, acquired from the Raineri family; the deal supports Keyline’s expansion into home and building automation alongside its existing security and key-cutting businesses.

Carton Pack, a portfolio company of A&M Capital Europe (AMCE), has acquired Smilesys from its founders. Smilesys is an Italy-based producer of resealable and sustainable packaging products serving fruit & vegetables as well as snacks and bakery segments. The deal is Carton Pack’s second add-on acquisition since AMCE acquired a majority stake in Carton Pack in April 2022.

Industrial Flow Solutions, a May River Capital portfolio company, announced an agreement to acquire Dreno Pompe, an Italian designer and manufacturer of electrical submersible pumps for wastewater applications. Dreno Pompe will continue operating under its existing name and leadership, and the deal expands Industrial Flow Solutions’ European footprint following its acquisition of Clearwater Controls in October 2021.

KPS Capital Partners has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Siderforgerossi Group S.p.A., a global manufacturer of large-diameter forged products. Siderforgerossi, headquartered in Veneto, Italy, produces rolled and forged products serving end markets including wind power, oil & gas, automotive, power generation, and aerospace. Financial terms were not disclosed.