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Brakes

Logistics·UK·Exited 2007
Entry
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Hold
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Exit
2007

Who owns Brakes?

Brakes is a British Logistics company, now owned by Bain Capital, which acquired it in 2007 from CD&R.

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Investor
CD&R
CD&R Fund VII · 2002 · Buyout

Key facts

HQUK
SectorLogistics
Websitewww.industrialbrakes.co.uk
Exit Type
Secondary
Buyer
Bain Capital
Exit Year
2007

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Questions

Who owns Brakes?

Brakes is now owned by Bain Capital, which acquired it in 2007 from CD&R.

When did Bain Capital acquire Brakes?

Bain Capital acquired Brakes in 2007, buying from CD&R.

Who did Brakes sell to?

CD&R sold Brakes to Bain Capital in 2007 (Secondary).

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