THE PARTNERS

The Sihl Group, with a history spanning over 500 years, is a leading provider of high-quality printable media for the global digital printing market. The company operates production sites in Bern (Switzerland) and Düren (Germany), a logistics and equipment center in Fiskeville (USA), and a broad distribution network.

Thanks to extensive R&D and modern production facilities, Sihl offers an innovative portfolio including high-quality photo and art papers, large-format inkjet and laser media, thermal papers for tickets, label materials, paper-film composites, self-adhesive products, and coated materials for industrial use. In 2015, the company generated over €140 million in revenue with more than 500 employees and distributed products to around 90 countries.

Equistone is a leading European private equity investor. It focuses on established mid-sized companies with strong market positions, above-average growth potential, and enterprise values between €50–300 million. Equistone has invested equity in over 400 transactions and currently holds nearly 50 companies across Europe.