KMWE Group welcomes Quadrum Capital as strategic partner and focusses on further growth
KMWE Group, an international supplier and partner for the high-tech equipment and aerospace industry, welcomes Quadrum Capital as strategic partner. Herewith the family-owned business, founded in 1955, sets up for further growth and strengthens its position as supplier for the engineering, production and assembly of complex, high-grade components and systems, in both Europe and Asia.
Strong starting point for further growth
Over the past years, KMWE has made significant investments to accommodate for its long-term growth plans and to strengthen its position. Key developments include: the expansion at the Brainport Industries Campus in Eindhoven, intensifying its repair and re-use activities, new 3D printing facilities, innovative cleaning equipment and the expansion of its business activities in Malaysia.
With Quadrum Capital as strategic partner, KMWE strengthens its shareholder structure, ensures long-term continuity and sets up for further growth. In addition to Quadrum Capital as our new shareholder, both Jan Aalberts with Aalberts Investments and Edward Voncken will remain shareholders and continue in their current roles as Chairman of the Board and CEO. The transaction is subject to approval of the authorities (eg. Autoriteit Consument & Markt, and Bureau Toetsing Investeringen), and is expected to be finalised in the first quarter of 2025.
Edward Voncken, CEO KMWE Group: ‘We have found a strong partner in Quadrum Capital that aligns perfectly with KMWE’s DNA. Jan Aalberts will remain closely involved in KMWE Group as shareholder and board member. At the same time, Berry Geven, the founder’s son, will withdraw as shareholder.’
Berry Geven, non-executive Board Member: ‘After 40 years, I gladly and with confidence hand over my roles and responsibilities to the current management team and staff. Quadrum Capital shares our company’s values and vision and is a solid partner to realise our long-term ambitions.’
Arjan Hoop, Managing Partner at Quadrum Capital: ‘KMWE is a renowned family-owned business with strong heritage, has a leading market position, and plays an essential role in the core activities of its customers. Combined with the drive and entrepreneurship of the KMWE management team, this forms the ideal starting point for further growth. We look forward to support KMWE in its next phase of growth, in close collaboration with the other shareholders.’
About KMWE Group
KMWE Group is an international partner for the high-tech equipment and aerospace industry. KMWE offers solutions for the engineering, production and assembly of complex, high-tech components and systems. Based on craftsmanship, precision engineering and advanced manufacturing know how.
KMWE was founded in 1955 and has become an international player with sites in The Netherlands, Malaysia and China, and a joint venture in India. KMWE, with more than 1,000 highly skilled and motivated employees and an annual turnover of approximately EUR 200 million, delivers innovative solutions and high-tech products.
About Quadrum Capital
As an independent investment firm, Quadrum aids companies in the structured and responsible attainment of their growth aspirations since 2012. Our entrepreneurial mindset, robust regional presence, pragmatic approach, coupled with a high-calibre network and emphasis on strategy and management, consistently yield favourable outcomes. Quadrum serves entrepreneurs within the broader SME sector who harbour ambitious plans and a genuine commitment to execute them.
For further information: KMWE Group B.V., E.L.M. Voncken, CEO, Phone +31 402 561 161
