Europe

BC Partners-backed Valtech wraps up acquisition of Kin + Carta

Kin + Carta is a digital transformation consultancy.

Providence to acquire fitness operator VivaGym

VivaGym operates 104 gyms across Spain and Portugal.

L Catterton goes for majority stake in Kiko Milano

Kiko Milano is a privately-owned colour cosmetics brand.

ICG invests in engineering and tech consulting service biz Astek

Paris-based Astek supports blue-chip organisations across industrial and tertiary sectors.

OpenGate parts with waterproofing supplier

Thoma Bravo relights Darktrace interest.

Mayfair Equity Partners makes team promotions

Nick Keegan and Yusuf Hoballah have been promoted to partners.

KKR to take control of Nexeye from 3i

Nexeye is a European optical company.

Abris Capital elevates Tomasz Kujawa to partner level

Abris is an ESG transformation specialist private equity fund manager.

PSG, InfraVia-backed One Click LCA adds on Buildrz

Buildrz is a generative AI software for real estate opportunity analysis and feasibility studies.

CMA’s vet sector review: What does it mean for private equity?

Issues in the veterinary sector highlighted by the CMA centre around transparency, weak competition and regulatory frameworks.