Gradiente's Dierre bolts on Sintesi

Controlled by Italian private equity firm Gradiente, Dierre produces armoured and interior doors and acquired an 80% stake in Sintesi from CEO Marco Winkler and managing director Stefano Lenarduzzi, who will retain a role in the company's management team.

Previous funding
Gradiente acquired Dierre in 2016 via its Gradiente I fund. The deal was the eighth acquisition for the GP's maiden vehicle, which was launched in November 2009 and held a first close on €75m in 2011.

Company
Founded in 1984 and headquartered in Padova, Sintesi manufactures industrial soundproofing systems. The company employs 65 people and generates €12.5m in revenues, according to press reports.

People
Dierre – Giuseppe Rubbiani (chair).
Sintesi – Marco Winkler (CEO); Stefano Lenarduzzi (managing director).

Advisers
Acquirer – NCTM (legal); Pincelli e Associati (tax).
Vendor – Gattai Minoli Agostinelli & Partners (legal).

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