MÜPRO Expands Presence in Ireland with MSS Acquisition
Deal News | Apr 02, 2025 | IK Investment Partners (IK Partners)
MÜPRO International GmbH, a portfolio company of IK Partners, has announced its acquisition of MSS Building Services Ltd, an Irish distributor of advanced support systems. This represents MPRO's initial strategic expansion into Ireland, strengthening its geographical presence and technical capabilities particularly in the burgeoning Data Centre sector. MSS, known for its technical expertise and bespoke prefabricated solutions, enjoys robust relationships within the Irish and European markets. The acquisition is part of MPRO's broader M&A strategy, aiming to bolster its role in the pipe fastening market on a European scale. The transaction is pending regulatory approval.
Sectors
- Construction and Engineering
- Private Equity
- Data Centre Infrastructure
Geography
- Ireland – MSS Building Services Ltd is based in Ireland, marking the target location of MPRO's expansion.
- Germany – MÜPRO International GmbH is based in Germany, and the acquisition represents its strategic expansion.
- United Kingdom – The expansion into Ireland and UK markets is a part of MPRO's growth strategy in these regions.
Industry
- Construction and Engineering – MÜPRO and MSS Building Services operate in the distribution and services for mechanical and electrical support systems which are crucial in construction projects, especially data centers.
- Private Equity – IK Partners, the PE firm, is involved in the management and strategic growth of their portfolio company, MÜPRO.
- Data Centre Infrastructure – MSS Building Services has a strong presence in the data centre sector, providing support systems critical to the infrastructure.
Financials
Participants
| Name | Role | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| MÜPRO International GmbH | Acquirer | Company | A company specializing in mechanical and electrical support systems, part of IK Partners' portfolio. |
| MSS Building Services Ltd | Target | Company | An Irish distributor of support systems, known for its expertise in the Data Centre sector. |
| IK Partners | Private Equity Firm | Company | PE firm involved in managing MÜPRO's strategic growth and expansion. |
| Dr. Wolfgang Gdel | CEO | Person | CEO of MÜPRO Group leading the expansion strategy. |
| Darren Kiely | Director | Person | Director at MSS, overseeing the integration into MPRO. |
| William McDonald | Director | Person | Director at MSS, endorsing the strategic collaboration with MPRO. |