Background
- Ceramicx Ireland Ltd is a leading manufacturer of infrared ceramic and quartz heating products, supplying products to companies in over 80 countries around the world for over 30 years
- Ceramicx specializes in infrared heat application and process heat transfer, its team’s unrivalled knowledge has made Ceramicx the infrared heat partner of choice for customers around the world
- NIBE Group is a global organisation that contributes to a smaller carbon footprint and better utilization of energy
- NIBE Group has three business areas – Climate Solutions, Element and Stoves – where it develops, manufactures and markets a wide range of eco-friendly, energy-efficient solutions for indoor climate comfort in all types of property
- NIBE Group also provides components and solutions for intelligent heating and control in industry and infrastructure
Process
- DC Advisory was engaged by Ceramicx to act as exclusive financial advisor on its potential sale
- DC Advisory worked with Ceramicx to engage a global group of potential acquirers aligned to the shareholders’ vision and commitment to supporting Ceramicx’s development plan
- DC Advisory leveraged its knowledge of the Industrials space to identify a tailored group of appropriate buyers
Outcome
- On 20th July 2023, NIBE acquired 77.5% of Ceramicx, with the remaining shares to be acquired by 2025
- The acquisition will support Ceramicx’s growth plans and further strengthen its position as a global leader in the infrared heating space
- This transaction further showcases DC Advisory’s expertise in the Industrials sector and working with family-owned businesses
“This is an exciting moment for our company. With the backing of a multinational organisation, our business can move to the next level, and we are excited for the opportunities that will present for its growth - whether new products, enhanced services or new markets. We used Raymond Donegan at DC Advisory to help us. He is a hell of a hound dog. He works at it and gets results.”
Ceramicx is a global market leader in a specific niche of the heating industry. Through our international coverage we were able to identify a suitable acquisition partner that will support Ceramicx as it continues to grow".
