Koinos Capital Acquires Majority Stakes in People Design and ManganoRobot

Koinos Capital, an independent investment firm, has acquired a majority interest in People Design and ManganoRobot, leading firms in mechanical engineering and software consultancy, respectively. This merger marks the formation of Futur-A Group, a new platform aiming to dominate Italy's R&D engineering sector with a focus on the manufacturing industry. The goal is to achieve €100 million in revenue over the next 4-5 years through strategic acquisitions and investment in innovation and technology. The venture illustrates Koinos's buy-and-build strategy to scale businesses in specialized industry niches. The transaction was advised by a consortium of consultants, including M&A and financial due diligence advisors. Leadership will be spearheaded by Christian Solari, with the support of key executives from the acquired companies. Additionally, there is a focus on sustainability and ESG initiatives. The announcement represents a strategic expansion for Koinos, highlighting potential growth in the Italian manufacturing and R&D sectors.