Ardian Semiconductor signed an agreement with Solarpark Blautal GmbH to acquire a stake in centrotherm international AG.
Ardian is a leading global private investment house that is majority-owned by its employees. Ardian Semiconductor, a pioneering private equity investment platform dedicated to the semiconductor industry, was formed by Ardian through an exclusive strategic partnership with Silian Partners.
Solarpark Blautal GmbH is an investment company majority-owned by the founding Hartung family. The Hartung family founded centrotherm over 70 years ago and listed it on the stock exchange in 2007.
Centrotherm develops and manufactures equipment for the production of power semiconductors and specializes in the development, manufacture, and sale of high-temperature heat treatment equipment.
Ardian Semiconductor will support and accelerate Centrotherm’s development as a leading and innovative European semiconductor equipment company by leveraging its extensive industry expertise and global network.
taxess provided tax and structural advice on the purchase.
