Burckhardt

Company Description

Client Description

Burckhardt Compression (the “Company”), located in Winterthur, Switzerland, is a global leader in compression solutions, with over 180 years of experience in providing innovative and reliable technologies that ensure the highest performance and lowest life cycle costs for both new and modified compressor systems. The Company’s customized and modularized compressor systems are used in the chemical/petrochemical, gas transport & storage, hydrogen mobility & energy and industrial gas sectors, as well as for applications in refinery and gas gathering & processing. Since 1844, Burckhardt Compression’s passionate, customer-oriented, and solution-driven workforce has set the benchmark in the gas compression industry.

Target Description

Advanced Compressor Technology (“ACT” or the “Target”) is a service company specializing in reciprocating equipment for the downstream market in the United States. With locations in Batavia, Illinois, and Pasadena, Texas, ACT holds a strong position in key sectors including fertilizer, industrial gases, petrochemical, and refinery.

Services Provided

Burckhardt Compression was advised by MelCap and its Globalscope partner IFBC as exclusive financial advisor and investment banker in connection with the acquisition of ACT. MelCap and IFBC supported Burckhardt Compression with buy-side M&A advisory services, particularly in the search for the Target company, valuation considerations, and contract negotiations.

The Result

Burckhardt Compression’s acquisition of ACT supports the Company’s growth strategy in the USA by expanding its services network close to downstream customers and by adding component manufacturing to its local capabilities. With ACT’s deep expertise in reciprocating compressors, Burckhardt Compression’s ability to serve customers across the American market is significantly enhanced. ACT’s manufacturing capabilities improve Burckhardt Compression’s capabilities to produce and repair spare parts locally, ensuring faster response times and improved service for its customer base.

Deal Team

We would also like to thank the external deal teams whose tireless efforts were essential to completing this transaction. More specifically, we’d like to thank Squire Patton Boggs, PricewaterhouseCoopers, Houlihan Capital, Ayotte Decker, and Morrisroe and Associates.

MelCap and IFBC provided outstanding support throughout the end-to-end acquisition process, from initial target approach to closing. Their professionalism and responsiveness played a key role in ensuring a smooth relationship with the seller and a timely transaction. Collaborating with this team was a real pleasure.

Mr. Pierre Carles

Manager Strategy & Special Projects

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