Camaieu
Who owns Camaieu?
Camaieu is a French Consumer company, now owned by Ardian and Centerbridge Partners, which acquired it in 2016 from Cinven.
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- ·Fully exited in 2016 to Ardian and Centerbridge Partners.
- ·Average hold across 2 realized cycles: 3 years.
Ownership history
2 ownership periods
Cinven sold Camaieu to Ardian and Centerbridge Partners in 2016 after 3 years.
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Who owns Camaieu?
Camaieu is now owned by Ardian and Centerbridge Partners, which acquired it in 2016 from Cinven.
When did Ardian and Centerbridge Partners acquire Camaieu?
Ardian and Centerbridge Partners acquired Camaieu in 2016, buying from Cinven.
Who did Camaieu sell to?
Cinven sold Camaieu to Ardian and Centerbridge Partners in 2016 (Secondary). Ardian sold Camaieu to Cinven in 2007 (Secondary).
Who has owned Camaieu over time?
Camaieu has been through 2 private-equity ownership periods: Ardian · via Ardian Buyout Fund III · 2005–2007 · sold to Cinven · (Secondary); Cinven · via Cinven Fifth Fund · 2013–2016 · sold to Ardian and Centerbridge Partners · (Secondary).