Hyva

10x money multiple

From a Dutch-based business to a global market leader with 3x growth in turnover

Investment date

2004 - 2011

Good to great

money multiple

From a Dutch-based European business to a global leader with 60% market share in its relevant markets

trebled sales

Sales from emerging markets such as China, India and Brazil increased from 23% at investment to 70% at exit

Increase in international footprint from 16 to 32 countries

deal of the decade

Three-fold growth in terms of turnover

Accelerated capex: eight factories built in BRIC markets

Developed the manufacturing, R&D and sales/service infrastructure in Europe, Asia and the Americas

Provided additional funding in order to support the strong growth

Product line extension through acquisitions

Strengthening of board and excellent local management