Dec Group and capiton welcome ICG as financial partner to accelerate growth and expand market leadership

May 2025 – Dec Group, a global leader in high-containment processing technologies for the pharmaceutical, chemical, and specialty industries, announces the successful completion of a financial partnership with ICG. The transaction, led by capiton V, will support Dec’s ambitious growth strategy, including geographic expansion, product innovation, and entry into high-potential end-markets. capiton V will remain the main shareholder, demonstrating its continued confidence in Dec’s future potential.

Since capiton V’s investment into Dec in 2020, the company has undergone significant transformation and growth, developing to a true end-to-end solution provider. Dec successfully completed four strategic add-on acquisitions, strengthening its position across key markets and expanding its product and technology portfolio. These milestones have positioned Dec as a market leader with a comprehensive value chain offering.

Alexander Zamora, Partner at capiton AG, commented: “We are proud of the remarkable growth and development Dec has achieved during our partnership. While we see tremendous upside potential in the company’s future, we are excited to welcome ICG as a new partner to jointly support Dec’s next phase of growth. Remaining the main shareholder underscores our belief in Dec’s long-term success and our long-term vision as an investor.”

Yves Dietrich, Co-CEO and Co-Founder of Dec Group, added: “This partnership allows us to build on our strong foundation and execute our strategic initiatives with even greater focus and resources. We look forward to leveraging the expertise and support of ICG to drive innovation and expand into new markets.”

Karim Hoebanx and Thomas von Werner at ICG, stated: “We are delighted to join Dec Group and capiton on this exciting journey. Dec is an outstanding company with a strong track record of innovation and growth. We look forward to supporting Dec’s management team in achieving their ambitious goals and unlocking the company’s full potential in both existing and new markets.”

Closing of the transaction is subject to final regulatory approvals.

About Dec Group

Dec Group is a global leader in high-containment processing technologies, serving the pharmaceutical, chemical, and specialty industries. The company offers a comprehensive range of solutions, including powder handling, containment, aseptic filling, and continuous processing technologies. With a presence in over 60 countries and a strong focus on innovation, Dec is a trusted partner for blue-chip clients worldwide.

About ICG

ICG provides flexible capital solutions to help companies develop and grow. The company is a leading global alternative asset manager with over 35 years’ history, managing $107bn of assets and investing across the capital structure. ICG develops long-term relationships with their business partners to deliver value for shareholders, clients and employees, and uses their position of influence to benefit the environment and society.

ICG is a member of the FTSE 100 and listed on the London Stock Exchange (ticker symbol: ICG). Further details are available at www.icgam.com. You can follow ICG on LinkedIn and Instagram.

Closing of the transaction is subject to final regulatory approvals.

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