Metron Acquired by TIC Holding Schweiz

Deal News | Jan 15, 2025 | PR Newswire Cision TIC Holding Schweiz AG

TIC Holding Schweiz AG, a buy, build, and technologize platform financed by Winterberg Investment X and managed by Winterberg Advisory GmbH, has successfully acquired Metron Measurement SA, based in Quartino, Switzerland. Metron specializes in the calibration of measurement equipment across various domains, including length, force, torque, humidity, pressure, and electrical quantities. The acquisition marks the expansion of TIC Holding Schweiz's interest in the non-cyclical, high-recurring-revenue TIC (Testing, Inspection, and Certification) sector. Lorenzo Tencati, a board member of TIC Holding Schweiz, emphasized the growth potential of Metron with its strong processes and committed team. Alessandro Capone will remain as CEO of Metron, holding a significant stake in TIC Holding Schweiz, highlighting strategic growth and acquisition plans. The acquisition is part of Winterberg's strategy to explore the Swiss TIC sector while Brütsch Rüegger Tools, the initial investor in Metron, expressed confidence in the growth prospects under TIC Holding Schweiz. Winterberg's approach focuses on SME successions, utilizing buy, build, and technologize platforms.

Sectors

  • Testing, Inspection, and Certification (TIC)
  • Private Equity

Geography

  • Switzerland – Both the acquiring platform (TIC Holding Schweiz) and the target company (Metron Measurement SA) are based in Switzerland, making the transaction geographically significant to this region.

Industry

  • Testing, Inspection, and Certification (TIC) – The acquisition is centered on a company specializing in testing, inspection, and certification services, which is a sector known for its stable, recurring revenue.
  • Private Equity – The transaction involves TIC Holding Schweiz, a private equity-backed platform by Winterberg Investment X, showcasing private equity's interest in strategic acquisitions.

Financials

    Participants

    NameRoleTypeDescription
    TIC Holding Schweiz AGAcquirerCompanyA Swiss-based buy, build, and technologize platform focused on acquiring SMEs in the TIC sector.
    Metron Measurement SATarget CompanyCompanyA Swiss company specializing in the calibration of measurement equipment across various domains.
    Winterberg Investment XFinancerCompanyThe investment firm providing financial backing to TIC Holding Schweiz for the acquisition.
    Winterberg Advisory GmbHManagerCompanyThe firm managing the TIC Holding Schweiz AG's portfolio of investments.
    Alessandro CaponeCEO of Metron MeasurementPersonRemains as CEO of Metron Measurement with a significant stake in TIC Holding Schweiz.
    Brütsch Rüegger ToolsSelling CompanyCompanyThe previous investor transferring its stake in Metron Measurement to TIC Holding Schweiz.
    Martin WirthCEO of Brütsch Rüegger ToolsPersonCEO of the initial investor in Metron, overseeing the transition to new ownership.