Eurazeo Strengthens Stake in Offshore Services with New Investment

Deal News | Feb 19, 2025 | Watson Farley & Williams

Eurazeo, an established private equity firm, has made a new investment in a joint venture focused on offshore wind energy services. The venture is a collaboration between MPC Capital and O.S. Energy and aims to build and manage service support vessels that play a critical role in the operation of offshore wind farms. This strategic investment is part of Eurazeo's broader move to strengthen its position in renewable energy, more specifically in the burgeoning offshore wind industry. International law firm Watson Farley & Williams (WFW) advised Eurazeo on this transaction, ensuring legal diligence and compliance in investment protocols. The joint venture’s mission aligns with global shifts towards renewable energy and sustainable infrastructure development.

Sectors

Renewable Energy
Maritime Services
Private Equity

Geography

Global – The investment and the joint venture have implications for global renewable energy, particularly in areas with active offshore wind farms.

Industry

Renewable Energy – The article involves investment in offshore wind farms, which are a significant part of the renewable energy sector.
Maritime Services – The joint venture focuses on maritime service support vessels, crucial for offshore wind farm operations.
Private Equity – Eurazeo is a private equity firm making investments into the joint venture, which is typical of private equity operations.

Financials

Participants

Name	Role	Type	Description
Eurazeo	Investor	Company	A private equity firm investing in the offshore service vessel platform.
MPC Capital	Joint Venture Partner	Company	Partnered in the joint venture focused on service support vessels for offshore wind farms.
O.S. Energy	Joint Venture Partner	Company	Partnered in the joint venture with MPC Capital.
Watson Farley & Williams	Legal Advisor	Company	Provided legal advice to Eurazeo concerning the investment.