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Leybold Optics

Industrials·Germany·Exited 2012·Held 11yr
Entry
2001
Hold
11yr
Exit
2012

Who owns Leybold Optics?

Leybold Optics is a German Industrials company, now owned by Buhler, which acquired it in 2012 from EQT.

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EQT
Investor
EQT
EQT III · 2001 · Buyout

Key facts

HQGermany
SectorIndustrials
StatusAcquired
Exit Type
Trade Sale
Buyer
Buhler
Exit Year
2012

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Questions

Who owns Leybold Optics?

Leybold Optics is now owned by Buhler, which acquired it in 2012 from EQT.

When did Buhler acquire Leybold Optics?

Buhler acquired Leybold Optics in 2012, buying from EQT.

Who did Leybold Optics sell to?

EQT sold Leybold Optics to Buhler in 2012 (Trade Sale).

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