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United in purpose 1 0 Who we are Working across multiple sectors and markets, COFRA Holding is a diversified group of businesses united by a common ethos and striving to bring about a more just society and sustainable world. Anthos Fund &...

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COFRA Board of Directors The COFRA Board of Directors is responsible for the strategic decision-making of COFRA Holding AG, its organisation as well as the financial, accounting and compliance duties that support it. 1 0 COFRA Board of Director...

Heritage

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Ethos

Vision For people and planet Our vision for this decade is to contribute to the key systems transitions leading to a liveable planet and an equitable society. The challenges involved in a just transition cannot be tackled alone. This means partne...

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We believe that purposeful businesses can catalyse positive change and address the urgent challenges that face our world. This is essential to the continued success of companies – as those which compromise the ability of future generations to meet...

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0 0 0 Come and grow We build an inclusive culture where people can continue to develop and make an impact, inspired by the family owners' mission and values. Are you seeking a new development opportunity? View vacancies  ["landscape"] ["l...

Family

1 Anthos – The Family Office Anthos is the family office dedicated to advancing the success of the owners’ endeavours and the flourishing of the Brenninkmeijer family community. The original family service office was established in Amsterdam in...

Philanthropy

Part of something greater Wherever descendants of Clemens and August have set up businesses, they have also founded charities. Historically born out of a connection to the communities where they lived and worked, but also as a result of active eng...

Security

Responsible Disclosure Policy At COFRA Holding, we work hard to maintain and improve the security of our systems, and welcome your help in this perspective. In case you discover any vulnerability COFRA kindly asks you to report this vulnerability...

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Redevco and RED Company in JV for The BaanTower Rotterdam

Rotterdam-based developer RED Company and Redevco, one of Europe’s largest privately-owned urban real estate companies, have joined forces for the realization of The BaanTower in Rotterdam through a new joint venture.

June 8, 2023

Jeroen Wels appointed Chief People Officer COFRA Holding

Zug, Switzerland; Tuesday 6 June, 2023 – COFRA Holding (“COFRA”) today announced that Jeroen Wels has been appointed Chief People Officer from 1 September 2023. Jeroen has more than 25 years’ experience in senior roles, most notably at Unilever. 

June 6, 2023

Redevco acquires LIFE Europe

Amsterdam, June 6, 2023 –Pan-European urban real estate specialist Redevco has completed the acquisition of LIFE Europe, a Dutch residential real estate specialist. Moving forward, LIFE Europe will be known as Redevco Living, Redevco’s newly creat...

June 6, 2023

Neil Slater appointed new CEO of Redevco

Zug, Switzerland; 11 May 2023 – COFRA Holding (“COFRA”) today announced that Neil Slater has been appointed Chief Executive Officer of Redevco, effective from October 1, 2023.

May 11, 2023

New appointments for C&A AG Board and C&A Europe Management Team

Düsseldorf, 23 January 2023 – The C&A AG Board and C&A Europe are pleased to announce today the appointment of Nigyar Makhmudova as Non-Executive Director of the Board and Fareen Abdullah as the new Chief People & Culture Officer for C...

January 23, 2023

Melle Kruisdijk appointed new CEO Dalsem

Zug, Switzerland, 18 January 2023 – COFRA Holding (“COFRA”) today announced that, as part of its sustainable food activities, Melle Kruisdijk has been appointed Chief Executive Officer of Dalsem, effective from 1 February 2023.

January 18, 2023

Mathieu van de Sande appointed as CEO of Ontario Plants Propagation

St. Thomas, Ontario, Canada; Monday, 12 June 2023: Ontario Plants Propagation Limited (“Ontario Plants Propagation”), one of North America’s leading suppliers of high-quality starter plants to greenhouse growers, announces the appointment of Mathi...

June 12, 2023

Grupo Alfar to acquire C&A Mexico and support growth strategy

Mexico City, Mexico, and Zug, Switzerland; 15 June 2023 – Grupo Alfar s.a. de c.v. (“Grupo Alfar”) and COFRA Holding AG today announced the proposed acquisition of C&A México, S. de R.L. (“C&A Mexico”) and its subsidiaries by Grupo Alfar....

June 15, 2023

Sunrock and PATRIZIA partner to onstream key solar power rooftop installations at Rotterdam's Maasvlakte

Sunrock and PATRIZIA bring onstream one of Europe’s largest solar power rooftop installations at Rotterdam’s Maasvlakte logistics development ROTTERDAM, July 6 – One of Europe’s largest solar power rooftop installations has been brought onstream b...

July 10, 2023

Susan Kilsby appointed to COFRA Holding’s Board of Directors

Zug, Switzerland, 6 September 2023 – COFRA Holding AG (“COFRA”) is pleased to announce the appointment of Susan S. Kilsby to its Board as a Non-Executive Director, effective immediately. Susan replaces Erik Brenninkmeijer, who stepped down from th...

September 6, 2023

COFRA Holding and Mastronardi announce acquisition of AppHarvest's Berea greenhouse in Kentucky through new joint venture

Zug, Switzerland, 27 December 2022 – COFRA Holding and Mastronardi Produce are pleased to announce the acquisition of AppHarvest’s Berea greenhouse in Kentucky, United States, through a new joint venture.

December 27, 2022

C&A publishes Sustainability Report 2021

Düsseldorf, 13 October 2022 – Today C&A publishes its recent sustainability report proving to be on track with its goals announced in the 2028 Global Sustainability Strategy. Notable steps have been taken in the use of more sustainable materia...

October 13, 2022

Bregal Investments Announces Strategic Partnership and Investment in PUR Projet

London, UK [October 6, 2022] - Bregal Investments (“Bregal”), an international private equity platform, today announced a majority investment and strategic partnership with PUR Projet (“PUR” or the “Company”), a leading global nature-based solutio...

October 6, 2022

COFRA appoints David Levin as Executive Chair, Sustainable Food

Zug, Switzerland, 1 September 2022 – COFRA Holding AG (“COFRA”) has appointed David Levin as its Executive Chair, Sustainable Food, to further drive value creation and growth in this emerging area of its business portfolio.

September 1, 2022

COFRA announces changes to its Board of Directors

Zug, Switzerland, 1 September 2022 – COFRA Holding AG (“COFRA”) today announces the appointment of two new members to its Board of Directors. Philippe Brenninkmeijer and David Cole will be joining the COFRA Board.

September 1, 2022

COFRA’s 1.5°C aligned climate targets approved by the Science-Based Target initiative

Zug, Switzerland, 22 July 2022. The climate emergency requires urgent climate action. As part of its group wide climate strategy, COFRA is pleased to announce that it has received formal approval from the Science Based Target initiative (SBTi) for...

July 22, 2022

Bregal Investments publishes Responsible Investment Report 2021-2022

Bregal Investments today published its Responsible Investment Report 2021-2022. An announcement can be viewed here.

June 27, 2022

Laudes Foundation publishes Annual Report 2021

Laudes Foundation today published its Annual Report for 2021. It can be viewed here. 

June 16, 2022

Anthos Fund & Asset Management opens up its investment platform to values-driven asset owners

AMSTERDAM, May 12 –Anthos Fund & Asset Management (Anthos) which has provided its services exclusively to the Brenninkmeijer family, their philanthropies and related pension funds, for nearly 100 years, is to open the Anthos platform and bundl...

May 12, 2022

Redevco acquires a majority stake in redos, a German retail warehouse specialist

Amsterdam, May 3, 2022 – Redevco, one of Europe’s largest privately-owned real estate investment managers*, has acquired a majority stake in redos, the Hamburg-based large-scale retail and urban logistics property investment specialist. Founded in...

May 3, 2022

COFRA acquires Ontario Plants, leading supplier of high-quality starter plants for organic growers in North America

Zug, Switzerland, 26 April 2022 – COFRA Holding (“COFRA”) is pleased to announce the acquisition of Ontario Plants Propagation Limited (“Ontario Plants” or “the Company”), the leading supplier of high-quality starter plants for hydroponic and orga...

April 26, 2022

COFRA acquires Dalsem, a leading developer of high-tech greenhouses worldwide

Zug, Switzerland, 12 January 2022 – COFRA Holding is pleased to announce the acquisition of Dalsem, a leading developer of complete, high-tech greenhouse projects worldwide. 

January 12, 2022

Redevco appoints Marrit Laning to Board as Chief Strategy & Innovation Officer

Amsterdam, January 10, 2022 – Redevco, one of Europe’s largest privately-owned real estate investment managers, has appointed Marrit Laning to the company’s Board in the role of Chief Strategy & Innovation Officer as of January 1, 2022, report...

January 10, 2022

Redevco exchanges contracts to buy Templars Square shopping centre in Oxford

Amsterdam, December 22, 2022 - On behalf of one of its investor clients, Redevco, one of Europe’s largest privately-owned real estate investment managers, has agreed to acquire Templars Square in Oxford for £38.8 (€42.5) million from New River. Re...

December 22, 2021

Redevco acquires sustainable residential complex in Dutch city of Delft

Amsterdam, December 2, 2021 - Redevco, one of Europe’s largest privately-owned real estate investment managers, has expanded its residential portfolio with the acquisition of the Porseleinen Toren (Porcelain Tower) in an up-and-coming district in...

December 2, 2021

Bregal Investments publishes Bregal Helps Initiative’s Impact Report 2021

2 December, 2021. Bregal Investments, a global private equity firm, publishes Bregal Helps Initiative’s Impact Report 2021 outlining initiatives supported to date in response to COVID-19 and associated positive impacts. Bregal Helps Initiative Imp...

December 2, 2021

Redevco creates NextGen board to be involved in creating socially responsible and future-proof strategy

Amsterdam, November 30, 2021 - Redevco, one of Europe’s largest privately-owned real estate investment managers, has created a NextGen board with eight members representing various functions across the organisation and each of its six European off...

November 30, 2021

Redevco acquires sustainable housing development and expands residential portfolio

Amsterdam, November  23, 2021 - Redevco, one of Europe’s largest privately-owned real estate investment managers, has expanded its residential portfolio through an agreement with Dutch developer AM to purchase 172 rental apartments with parking sp...

November 23, 2021

C&A proposes modernization of European business to better position the company for future success

Dusseldorf, 10 November 2021 – C&A’s European management team today announced proposed plans to consolidate and centralize its corporate functions, laying the groundwork for future growth in a radically changing market environment for fashion...

November 10, 2021

Bregal Investments sets Science Based Targets for 2030

Bregal Investments spearheads the development of Science Based Target Guidance for the Private Equity sector and sets its own Paris aligned targets for 2030. Ensuring Private Equity firms set Science Based Targets as part of their commitment to de...

November 8, 2021

COFRA makes first investment in sustainable food systems: IGS

Glasgow, Scotland – 4 November 2021 - Intelligent Growth Solutions Ltd (IGS), the Scottish agritech business, has today announced the conclusion of its Series B funding round with a total raise of £42.2 million. The latest investment round has bee...

November 4, 2021

Bregal makes significant investment in digital trust space

Bregal Milestone has agreed to invest EUR 100 million in InfoCert, a European market leader in digital trust software and services. InfoCert delivers paperless and trustworthy digital trust solutions to Europe’s biggest enterprises, helping them t...

November 2, 2021

C&A AG appoints Diane de Saint Victor as board member

Dusseldorf, 14 October 2021 – The Board of C&A AG is pleased to announce the appointment of Diane de Saint Victor as Non-Executive Director, effective 14 October 2021. She brings over 30 years of international experience as a leader in differe...

October 14, 2021

Bregal Investments appoints Alain Carrier as Chief Executive Officer

London, New York, 28 September 2021 – Bregal Investments (“Bregal”) is pleased to announce the appointment of Alain Carrier as its Chief Executive Officer, with effect from 1 January 2022. Alain will succeed Co-CEOs Steve Black and Quentin Van Doo...

September 28, 2021

Oggi Foods readies for growth with investment from Bregal Partners

Montreal and New York, September 21, 2021 — Oggi Foods Inc. (“Oggi” or “the Company”), a manufacturer of gluten-free, organic, non-GMO frozen pizza and other food products sold in grocery stores and restaurants across North America, has received a...

September 21, 2021

COFRA announces changes to its Board of Directors

Zug, Switzerland, 1 September 2021 – COFRA Holding AG (“COFRA”) today announces the appointment of Lawrence Brenninkmeijer to its Board of Directors.

September 1, 2021

C&A signs renewed Accord with labour unions

25 August 2021 - C&A has signed the renewed Accord on Fire and Building Safety in Bangladesh (“Accord”) immediately after concluding negotiations. The new version comes into effect on 1 September 2021 and will extend the existing agreement for...

August 25, 2021

Redevco Appoints Robbert Zoet as Head of Capital Raising to drive third-party growth ambition

Amsterdam, August 10, 2021 - Redevco, one of the largest privately-owned real estate investment managers in Europe, has attracted Robbert Zoet to be their new Head of Capital Raising as the company seeks to grow and diversify.

August 10, 2021

C&A well-placed to implement ambitious 2028 Global Sustainability Strategy

Dusseldorf, 15.07.2021 – The fashion company C&A today announced the launch of its new 2028 Global Sustainability Strategy for key markets in Europe, Brazil, Mexico and China. Meanwhile, taking a look back at previous years, C&A also repor...

July 15, 2021

Anthos Fund & Asset Management and Redevco publish their annual responsible investment reports

Today, Anthos Fund & Asset Management published its first Responsible Investment Report for the year 2020, which can be accessed here.   Redevco also published its 13th Responsible Investment Report for the year 2020. This one can be viewed he...

June 15, 2021

Laudes Foundation publishes Annual Report 2020

Laudes Foundation today published its Annual Report for the year 2020, which can be viewed here. 

June 15, 2021

Printful achieves unicorn status with growth investment from Bregal Sagemount

Printful, an industry-leading print-on-demand drop shipping and fulfillment company announces a $130 million non-control investment from Bregal Sagemount, a leading growth equity firm. The financing establishes Printful as the first privately owne...

May 24, 2021

C&A to expand digital and sustainable production in the heart of Europe

C&A to expand digital and sustainable production in the heart of Europe • C&A’s Factory for Innovation in Textiles (FIT) to be established in Mönchengladbach, Germany• Focus will be on technology, CO₂-neutral production and more sustainabl...

May 22, 2021

Bregal Unternehmerkapital Closes Oversubscribed Fund III at €1.875 billion

Bregal Unternehmerkapital is pleased to announce the closing of Bregal Unternehmerkapital III with total capital commitments of €1.875 billion. The Fund was oversubscribed and closed at its hard cap, exceeding its initial target, five months after...

March 29, 2021

C&A appoints new Chief Digital Officer and Director of Country Germany

Dusseldorf, 18 March 2021 – C&A Europe is pleased to announce two senior leadership appointments: Joris Van Rooy will join C&A as Chief Digital Officer (CDO) within the European Management Team. Martina Novotny will join C&A as Dir...

March 18, 2021

C&A Europe strengthens management team with key appointments

Düsseldorf, 17 February 2021 – C&A Europe is pleased to announce the appointment of Jean Sebastien Guy as Chief People & Culture Officer and Betty Kieß as Head of Corporate Communications Europe, effective 1 March 2021 and 12 April 2021, r...

February 17, 2021

COFRA appoints John Singer to the Board

Zug, Switzerland, 8 February 2021 – COFRA Holding AG (“COFRA”) is pleased to announce the appointment of John Singer as a Non-Executive Director, with effect from 1 February 2021.

February 8, 2021

C&A AG appoints Hein Schumacher as board member

Düsseldorf, 25. January 2021 – The Board of C&A AG is pleased to announce the appointment of Hein Schumacher as Non-Executive Director, effective 25 January 2021. Hein Schumacher is CEO of the global dairy company FrieslandCampina.

January 25, 2021

The Mochi Ice Cream Co. and Lakeview Capital Inc. Announce a Strategic Partnership with Bregal Partners

8 December 2020 - The Mochi Ice Cream Co., makers of My/Mo Mochi Ice Cream and the largest branded manufacturer of mochi ice cream in North America and its majority owner, Lakeview Capital, Inc., announced a closing of a financing in partnership w...

December 8, 2020

Aleix Busquets Gonzalez to lead C&A’s sustainability strategy and programmes

Düsseldorf, 2.12.2020 – C&A announces that Aleix Busquets Gonzalez has been promoted to Director Global Sustainability, effective as of 1 December 2020.In this role, he will oversee the implementation of C&A’s global sustainability strateg...

December 2, 2020

Bregal Milestone invests in Paack

European growth capital firm Bregal Milestone has partnered with existing shareholders to lead a $53m Series C investment in Paack, the largest growth capital investment of its kind in Spain this year.

November 17, 2020

COFRA appoints Bernd Hirsch as CFO and Ditri Zandstra as Chief People Officer

Zug, Switzerland, 5 November, 2020 – COFRA Holding AG (“COFRA”) is pleased to announce that Bernd Hirsch has been appointed Chief Financial Officer, starting 1 January 2021. Current Chief Financial Officer Rob Frohn will retire after seven years o...

November 5, 2020

C&A publishes Global Sustainability Report 2019

Düsseldorf, Germany, 15 October 2020 — C&A’s ongoing commitment to sourcing more sustainable cotton and cellulosic fibres has avoided more than 116,000 metric tons of greenhouse gas emissions in its supply chain during 2019. During the same ye...

October 15, 2020

COFRA acquires Sunrock Investments

Zug, Switzerland, 1 October 2020 – COFRA Holding (“COFRA”) is pleased to announce today the acquisition of Sunrock Investments (“Sunrock”), a leading provider of solar energy in the Netherlands.

October 1, 2020

Bregal Investments publishes Responsible Investment Report 2019-20

Bregal Investments, a global private equity firm, published its Responsible Investment Report 2019-20 today, outlining its progress and ambitions relating to its responsible investing practices. In 2019, Bregal saw positive momentum across all of...

September 30, 2020

Redevco completes redeveloped C&A flagship store in Zurich

Amsterdam, 29 September 2020 - Redevco, one of the largest privately-owned real estate investment managers in Europe, has completed an extensive refurbishment of its iconic C&A store in the city centre of Zurich.

September 29, 2020

C&A launches modernised brand identity with even stronger focus on sustainability and price value

Düsseldorf, 28 August 2020. C&A has launched a modernised brand identity with an even stronger focus on sustainability and price value. "C&A – Wear the Change” coincides with the start of the Autumn/Winter Season 2020

September 2, 2020

C&A AG sells its China operations to Zhongke Tongrong Private Equity

Zug, Switzerland, 20 August 2020 – The Board of C&A AG today announced that it has entered into an agreement on the sale of C&A (China) Company Limited (“C&A China”) to Beijing Zhongke Tongrong Private Equity Investment Fund Co., Ltd (...

August 20, 2020

C&A AG appoints new executive leadership team and welcomes new Non-Executive Director

Zug, 17 August 2020. The Board of C&A AG is pleased to announce several senior leadership appointments within its European business and to welcome a new Non-Executive Director 

August 17, 2020

Redevco initiates large-scale on-site renewable energy generation project in partnership with COFRA

Amsterdam, May 4, 2020 - Pan-European real estate investment manager Redevco has joined forces with COFRA Holding (“COFRA”) to initiate a large-scale on-site renewable energy generation project called Project Solar.

May 4, 2020

C&A backs action plan to support garment workers

Düsseldorf, 23 April 2020. C&A has endorsed a global multi-stakeholder action plan to help garment manufacturers and workers in developing economies survive the disruption to global trade caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.

April 24, 2020

C&A donates 240,000 protective masks to medical workers across Europe

Düsseldorf, 24 March 2020 – C&A has announced it is donating 240,000 protective face masks to several hospitals across Europe to help stem the spread of the coronavirus and prevention of COVID-19.

March 24, 2020

C&A Online shop offers free delivery

Düsseldorf, 21 March 2020 – Fashion retailer C&A is offering free home delivery in its European markets for all items purchased via its online shop at www.c-a.com. The measure aims to support C&A customers who are forced to stay home due t...

March 21, 2020

Redevco on path to diversify and grow

Amsterdam, March 12, 2020 - Redevco, one of the largest privately-owned real estate investment managers in Europe, aims to grow its mandates and portfolio to EUR 10 billion by 2025 from EUR 7.5 billion currently by launching a drive into new real...

March 12, 2020

Redevco acquires first residential property in Germany

Amsterdam, 4 March, 2020 - Redevco, one of the largest privately-owned real estate investment managers in Europe, has acquired a 38,000 sqm mixed-use property comprising a convenience retail floor and more than 280 residential units in Düsseldorf.

March 4, 2020

Bregal Sagemount closes Fund III at USD 1.5 billion

Bregal Sagemount, a leading growth-focused private equity firm, announced today that it has completed the final closing for Bregal Sagemount Fund III (“Fund III” or the “Fund”) at the Fund’s hard cap of USD 1.5 billion, exceeding its USD 1.35 bill...

March 3, 2020

Grupo Axo to acquire C&A Mexico and accelerate growth of the brand in Mexico

• Grupo Axo reaches agreement with C&A AG for the proposed acquisition of C&A Mexico• C&A Mexico further enhances Grupo Axo’s fashion retail portfolio with its highly complementary brand• Grupo Axo is well positioned to accelerate C&am...

February 20, 2020

Science Based Targets initiative approves C&A's greenhouse gas emission goals

Düsseldorf  – 30 January 2020. Fashion retailer C&A announced today that it received approval from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) for absolute reduction of Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions by 30% across all scopes. C&A’s science...

February 3, 2020

Laudes Foundation launches to accelerate the transition to a just and regenerative economy

[ZUG, Switzerland, Jan 21] - Laudes Foundation launches today with the aim to address the dual crises of climate breakdown and inequality that endanger nature and jeopardize the safety and dignity of countless communities around the world.

January 21, 2020

Bregal makes strategic growth investment in Anywhere365

Bregal Milestone, part of COFRA’s private equity division, has announced a EUR 40 million investment in Anywhere365, a leading IT contact centre and enterprise dialogue management solution provider. Anywhere365 plans to leverage Bregal Milestone’s...

December 19, 2019

Redevco commits to Net Zero Carbon Portfolio by 2040

Amsterdam, 14 November 2019 – Pan-European real estate investment manager Redevco has committed to making its entire portfolio net zero carbon by 2040 as part of its ongoing efforts to act responsibly and reduce its impact on the environment. The...

November 14, 2019

C&A Brazil debuts on the Brazilian stock exchange

THIS PRESS RELEASE IS NOT INTENDED FOR PUBLICATION OR DISTRIBUTION, DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY, IN OR INTO THE UNITED STATES AND BRAZIL Press release C&A Brazil debuts on the Brazilian Stock Exchange •  C&A Brazil debuts on the Brazilian stock...

October 28, 2019

Redevco appoints new CFO

Amsterdam, October 10, 2019 – Pan-European real estate investment manager Redevco announced the appointment of Manolito van Ardenne to the Board in the position of CFO, effective November 1st, 2019.

October 10, 2019

ePassi secures a 41.5 million euro strategic growth investment from Bregal Milestone and Risto Siilasmaa's First Fellow Partners

ePassi, a leading mobile payment solution for subsidised employee benefits and one of the fastest growing companies in Europe, is boosting its strategic plan via a growth investment from Bregal Milestone, a pan European private capital firm, and R...

September 26, 2019

Redevco acquires White Lion Walk Shopping Arcade in Guildford, UK from Aviva for £12 million

Amsterdam, 10 September 2019 – Pan-European real estate investment manager Redevco has, on behalf of one of its investors, acquired the White Lion Walk covered shopping arcade with 23 retail units in Guildford in the UK from Aviva Investors. The p...

September 10, 2019

C&A AG appoints new board members

Zug, Switzerland, 9 September 2019 – Leading global fashion retail business C&A AG today announces the appointment of Allan Leighton as Chairman and Alexander Birken as Board Director.

September 9, 2019

Redevco acquires One Tower Bridge London

Amsterdam, September 5, 2019 – Pan-European real estate investment manager Redevco has acquired the predominantly food and beverage (F&B) commercial units of the new mixed-use One Tower Bridge development for £70 million (€78 million) from the...

September 5, 2019

A new look for C&A Solingen

Solingen, September 3, 2019 Solingen store offers innovative shopping experience with modern design and service features.

September 3, 2019

A force for good in the face of climate change

One of the greatest challenges of our generation is the impact of climate change. All of us face a very stark and simple fact. An increase in temperatures of more than 1.5oC above pre-industrial levels threatens the human dignity of the most vulne...

July 3, 2019

C&A details progress in 2018 Global Sustainability Report

C&A has reduced its carbon and water footprints significantly by sourcing more sustainable raw materials. In 2018, C&A's global sustainable materials strategy — driven by more sustainable sources of cotton and cellulosic fibres — avoided 1...

June 19, 2019

Bregal Investments publishes 2018-2019 Responsible Investment Report

Bregal Investments, a global private equity firm, has published its 2018-19 Responsible Investment report today, outlining its progress and ambitions relating to its responsible investing practices. In 2018, Bregal saw significant positive momentu...

June 13, 2019

Bregal Freshstream sells leading boiler manufacturer Intergas

On 4 June, Bregal Freshstream announced the sale of Intergas, the leading Dutch manufacturer of space and water heating equipment, to Rheem, the US headquartered provider of gas furnaces, heat pumps, air conditioners, air handlers, indoor air qual...

June 4, 2019

‘We Believe in Fashion’ – C&A Collection Room Autumn/Winter 2019 sets self-confident fashion statements

Fashion retailer C&A presents the trends for the second season of the year 2019. While the Autumn/Winter collections of the women’s brands Yessica and Yessica Premium reflect the influences of iconic fashion decades in a multifaceted manner, t...

May 28, 2019

Bregal Milestone invests in Epipoli, a European leader in Customer Engagement solutions

Bregal Milestone, a pan-European private capital firm, has acquired a significant minority stake in Epipoli, an innovative company focused on customer engagement solutions, based in Milan, Italy. The investment by Bregal Milestone is the fourth ou...

May 23, 2019

Away Resorts attracts new investment

LDC has reached an agreement to sell fast-growing holiday park operator, Away Resorts, to Bregal Freshstream. LDC will retain a minority shareholding as part of the deal.

May 23, 2019

C&A Ranked 4th out of 200 in Fashion Transparency Index

Düsseldorf, April 24, 2019 ‘Fashion Revolution’ has published its ‘2019 Fashion Transparency Index’, ranking C&A as No. 4 amongst the world’s 200 biggest global fashion brands and retailers. Fashion Revolution is a not-for-profit global moveme...

April 24, 2019

Alain Caparros steps down as CEO of C&A Europe for health reasons

Zug, Switzerland, March 20, 2019 C&A AG announces that Alain Caparros has stepped down from his position as CEO of C&A Europe for health reasons. Caparros was appointed as CEO in August 2017 and will remain with the company as an advisor....

March 20, 2019

Succession solution for manufacturer of specialty industrial adhesive tapes: Bregal becomes partner of ATP adhesive systems AG

Funds advised by Bregal Unternehmerkapital have acquired a majority stake in ATP adhesive systems AG. The transaction, which is already completed, provides a long-term succession solution for ATP, which specialises in developing and manufacturing...

February 11, 2019

Oliver Bonas to open new Brighton store at Redevco’s Hanningtons estate

Oliver Bonas is bringing its unique mix of fashion, home and lifestyle products to Brighton’s North Street this Spring. Part of Redevco’s redeveloped Hanningtons Estate, the brand’s new showroom will be close to Habitat, Watches of Switzerland, Fl...

February 6, 2019

Redevco appoints residential IC member

Amsterdam, February 4, 2019–Pan-European real estate manager Redevco has appointed residential investment specialist Nick Jopling to its Residential Investment Committee. The appointment follows the company’s announcement in December that it is en...

February 4, 2019

C&A receives major award for social responsibility

Dusseldorf / London, January 28, 2019 C&A and C&A Foundation have won the 2018 Employee Engagement Awards in the category Social Responsibility. The Employee Engagement Awards honours those organisations that put workforce engagement at th...

January 28, 2019

Greenstorm expands its management team

The Austrian e-mobility service provider Greenstorm has expanded its management team and appointed Chris Keen, as the company’s Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Chris has more than 25 years of experience in international investment banking and finan...

January 28, 2019

DiscoverOrg acquires ZoomInfo

DiscoverOrg announced today that it has acquired Zoom Information, Inc (ZoomInfo). The two companies are coming together to provide sales, marketing, and recruiting professionals access to the most trusted and comprehensive B2B data available in t...

January 28, 2019

Single Digits inc. Acquired by GI partners

Single Digits Inc. announced today that it has been acquired by GI Partners, a leading private equity firm. Founded in 2003 and headquartered in Bedford, NH, Single Digits provides secure managed wireless network solutions. The company’s broadband...

January 28, 2019

Strengthening the extended European Executive Board and new C&A Country Heads for Germany and France

Düsseldorf, 25 January 2019 - Mohamed Bouyaala, currently Director of Country (DOC) C&A Germany, is appointed Chief Operations Officer. As such both DOC Germany and DOC Switzerland will report to Bouyaala. In his new role as COO, he will also...

January 25, 2019

COFRA Appoints Boudewijn Beerkens as CEO

Zug, Switzerland, January 24,2019–COFRA Holding AG today announces the appointment of Boudewijn Beerkens as Chief Executive Officer (CEO)and member of the COFRA Executive Board, effective March 1, 2019

January 24, 2019

10 Million Euros for Children in Need

Dusseldorf, Germany, December 20, 2018 – C&A and C&A Foundation are proud to announce the renewal of their partnership with the leading independent global children’s rights organization Save the Children. After the success of the first thr...

December 20, 2018

Bregal Milestone invests in e-mobility specialist Greenstorm from €400 million fund

Bregal Milestone, a European private capital firm, has completed an investment into Greenstorm, an innovative e-mobility and e-commerce company based in Kufstein, Austria. The investment is made from a €400 million fund dedicated to investing in E...

December 18, 2018

Redevco enters residential segment

Amsterdam, December 4–Pan-European real estate investment manager Redevco is entering the residential market through establishing a new residential real estate fund of €500 million. Redevco, managing €7.4billion of total value invested primarily i...

December 4, 2018

Redevco commences second phase of BREEAM

London, November 27, 2018: Redevco embarked on its second year of the BREEAM In-Use portfolio maintenance pilot as it continues to work with BRE Global to identify an efficient approach to maintaining BREEAM certification across its assets. Since...

November 27, 2018

Arkphire goes west to acquire CloudStrong

Ambitious plans to build out cloud services business from Castlebar base in new phase of growth IT solutions and networking company, Arkphire, has today announced its acquisition of CloudStrong, the specialist cloud solution provider that is based...

November 19, 2018

City attractiveness model MAPIC 2018

Cannes, November 15th –The yawning gaps between the most attractive European cities for retail property investment and the rest are widening at an accelerating rate. Navigating these treacherous market rifts successfully is becoming increasingly d...

November 15, 2018

The Leaf Shopping Ternat opening

Ternat, 8 November 2018 –This morning Redevco, the asset manager that specialises in retail property, opened its latest retail park, The Leaf Shopping Ternat. This also marked the start of a week of festivities, during which customers can enjoy nu...

November 8, 2018

Søstrene Grene new tenant in Redevco’s "Angereck" in Erfurt/Germany

Düsseldorf, 7 November 2018 – Pan-European retail real estate specialist Redevco has signed a new lease agreement for a property under management in the East German city of Erfurt: the Danish retail chain Søstrene Grene has rented around 600 sqm o...

November 7, 2018

Succession arrangement for tour operator

Funds advised by Bregal Unternehmerkapital have acquired trendtours Touristik GmbH, based in Frankfurt am Main, Germany, as part of a succession arrangement. The company is one of the leading tour operators in Germany and offers a broad portfolio...

October 25, 2018

Global NGO recognizes C&A’s leadership in Sustainable Fibers and Materials

Dusseldorf, Germany, Milan, Italy - October 24, 2018 Fashion Retailer C&A has been recognized by Textile Exchange for their overall leadership in preferred fibers and materials strategy, textile supply chain management, material consumption, a...

October 24, 2018

Bregal Milestone invests in IT company Arkphire from €400m pan-European fund

Bregal Milestone has successfully completed an investment into Arkphire Group, a leading IT solutions and networking company based in Dublin. Bregal Milestone, a private capital firm, has completed an investment into Arkphire Group, a leading IT s...

October 12, 2018

Katey Kalvelage, Ecommerce Executive, joins Bregal partners as Director of Ecommerce

NEW YORK, September 25, 2018 –Bregal Partners, a private equity investment firm focused on building industry-leading companies in the middle market, announced that Katey Kalvelage has joined the firm as Director of Ecommerce. Ms. Kalvelage will fo...

September 25, 2018

C&A Presents World’s Most Sustainable Jeans

Düsseldorf, Germany, 16 August 2018 C&A is the world's first retailer to offer jeans that are completely Cradle to Cradle CertifiedTM at the Gold level. Designed in partnership with Fashion for Good, a global platform that aims to make all fas...

August 16, 2018

Ambitious plans for growth on OTC and cosmetics markets

Based in Egelsbach near Frankfurt, Murnauer Markenvertrieb GmbH ("Murnauer") has been dedicated to developing natural health and cosmetic products for many years. With well-known brands like Dermasel, Salthouse and Perlweiss, Murnauer is a leading...

August 14, 2018

Onlineprinters Group concludes partnership with LaserTryk

Onlineprinters GmbH, one of Europe’s largest B2B online printing corporations, is expanding its European market position once again after Bregal Unternehmerkapital became majority shareholder in autumn 2016: the Danish company LaserTryk, the leadi...

August 1, 2018

C&A expands e-Commerce New online shop for eleven additional countries

Dusseldorf, Germany - C&A strengthens its focus on the e-commerce business by launching its new EU shop in early March. "This additional online store is the next big step in expanding our online activities," says Dr. Andreas Hammer, Director E...

August 1, 2018

Capacity boost for microtube systems and expansion into Britain

Digitalisation and broadband network construction driving growth Niederwinkling – gabo Systemtechnik GmbH, a leading European system supplier for telecommunications, continues to grow vigorously in response to sustained strong demand. The company...

July 19, 2018

Bregal Milestone successfully closes €400 million pan-European fund

Bregal Milestone successfully closes €400 million pan-European fund to provide non-control flexible capital solutions to growing European businesses. Bregal Investments announced today that it has secured a €400 million capital commitment for Breg...

July 10, 2018

C&A Sustainability Strong Performance Towards 2020 Goals

Dusseldorf, Germany – 21. June 2018 – Global fashion retailer C&A reports strong performance towards its 2020 sustainability goals. In its new ‘2017 Global Sustainability Report’, the company announces its achievements and commitments with foc...

June 21, 2018

Birchill Canada - Success in the Spirit River

CALGARY, April 17, 2018 /CNW/ - Birchill Canada is pleased to report that its 100% owned shallow-cut gas plant was placed on production this past weekend. The gas plant is located in the Brazeau/Chambers area at 4-13-43-13W5 with current capacity...

April 17, 2018

TrueNoord haalt nieuwe financiering op om groeiplannen te ondersteunen

TrueNoord, de onafhankelijke leasemaatschappij van Bregal Freshstream, die gespecialiseerd is in de regionale vliegtuigmarkt, heeft nieuwe investeringen verkregen van bestaande en nieuwe investeerders. Hierdoor is het totale eigen vermogen van Tru...

April 17, 2018

PGGM and Redevco Launch Urban Retail Ventures, a €550 Million European Commercial Real Estate Joint Venture

Amsterdam, April 10 – PGGM Private Real Estate and Redevco, one of Europe’s leading retail real estate investment managers have launched Urban Retail Ventures, a €550 million European commercial real estate joint venture. Urban Retail Ventures wil...

April 10, 2018

C&A signs UN Women's Empowerment Principles

Dusseldorf, Germany – March 8, 2018 – Global fashion retailer C&A is pleased to announce that it has signed the United Nations Women's Empowerment Principles (WEP).On the occasion of International Women's Day, Alain Caparros, CEO C&A Europ...

March 8, 2018

Bregal partners announces growth investment in Ju-Ju-Be international

COSTA MESA, Calif., February 13, 2018 – Bregal Partners, a leading middle-market private equity firm, is pleased to announce a growth investment in Ju-Ju-Be International (“Ju-Ju-Be” or the “Company”), a leading lifestyle brand in the juvenile pro...

February 13, 2018

Let’s give your clothes and shoes more than one life: C&A’s “We Take it Back” programme now also in Belgium, Luxembourg and Switzerland

Brussels, Belgium – February 8th, 2018 – C&A Europe is expanding its ‘We Take it Back’ apparel collection programme to Belgium, Luxembourg and Switzerland. Consumers in these countries can now bring the clothes and shoes they don’t want to wea...

February 8, 2018

Launch of the first #WearTheChange C&A Collection

Duesseldorf, 8th of February 2018 – C&A is launching the new campaign #WearTheChange and offers more sustainable collections for the whole family: Like the Gold level Cradle to Cradle Certified™ T-Shirts which are made out of 100% Bio Cotton a...

February 8, 2018

Ares Management and Redevco’s Iberian Joint Venture

London, 2 February 2018 – Redevco Iberian Ventures, the joint venture between real estatefunds managed by global alternative asset manager Ares Management, L.P. (NYSE:ARES) andpan-European retail real estate investment management company Redevco,...

February 2, 2018

TDBBS, LLC announces appointment of Tim Hassett as CEO

LEADERSHIP CHANGE FOLLOWS GROWTH INVESTMENT IN TDBBS BY BREGAL PARTNERS January 23, 2018 – TDBBS, LLC (“TDBBS” or the “Company”), a rapidly-growing natural dog treats and chews business, is pleased to announce the appointment of Tim Hassett as Chi...

January 23, 2018

Align general and catalytic combine; receive strategic investment from Bregal Sagemount

Align General Insurance Agency (“Align General”) and Catalytic Risk Managers (“Catalytic”) today announced they are coming together under a single ownership structure and are receiving a strategic investment from Bregal Sagemount intended to suppo...

January 23, 2018

Calltower acquires Appia Communications

Highly complementary product offering and addition of key personnel broadens CallTower’s position as a leading global communications provider with expanded offerings to meet growing demand CallTower Inc., a global leader in delivering cloud-based...

January 23, 2018

Discovery Data acquires Financial Media Group

Discovery Data, the leading provider of data on firms and professionals in the financial services and insurance industries, announced it has acquired essentially all the business assets of Financial Media Group. The acquisition expands Discovery D...

January 23, 2018

GPS Insight receives investment from Bregal Sagemount

GPS Insight today announced an investment from Bregal Sagemount aimed at supporting the company’s continued growth. GPS Insight is a leading provider of SaaS-based fleet management software to customers with fleets ranging from a few vehicles to s...

January 23, 2018

Madison Dearborn partners acquires leading database infrastructure and cloud managed services provider RDX

Remote DBA Experts, LLC (“RDX” or the “Company”), a leading provider of remote database administration (“DBA”) and cloud managed services, announced today that it has been acquired by Madison Dearborn Partners (“MDP”), a leading private equity fir...

January 23, 2018

NCP invests in Discovery Data

Northlane Capital Partners (“NCP”) announced today that it has made an investment in Discovery Data Holdings, Inc. (“Discovery Data”), a provider of information services used to identify and reach firms and professionals in the financial services...

January 23, 2018

Steele enhances artificial intelligence capability with acquisition of TransparINT

Steele Compliance Solutions, Inc. (“Steele”) today announced its acquisition of TransparINT, a leading technology company harnessing artificial intelligence (“AI”) technology to provide the next generation of compliance tools. TransparINT’s negati...

January 23, 2018

Tangoe acquires Mobi to become global managed mobility services leader

Combination Delivers Greater Automation, Efficiency and Predictability for Enterprise Mobility Programs Tangoe, the leading technology expense management (TEM) company, today announced it has acquired MOBI, the leading managed mobility services (M...

January 23, 2018

Waitr Holdings INC. To acquire Bite Squad

Acquisition will expand Waitr’s footprint to over 500 cities in 22 states Waitr Holdings Inc. (Nasdaq: WTRH) (“Waitr”), a fast growing restaurant platform for online ordering and on-demand food delivery, today announced that it has signed definiti...

January 23, 2018

Bregal Freshstream investeert in grondwerken en civieltechnische onderneming M&J Evans

Bregal Freshstream kondigt vandaag aan dat zij heeft geïnvesteerd in M&J Evans Construction Ltd (“M&J Evans” of “de onderneming”), een grond- en civieltechnisch bedrijf gevestigd in de Britse Midlands dat een scala aan civiele bouwkunde, f...

January 17, 2018

Redevco kicks off redevelopment of department store in Eindhoven

Amsterdam, January 10, 2018 – Pan-European retail real estate investment manager Redevco has launched the redevelopment works of the C&A department store building located on the 18 Septemberplein in the southern Dutch city of Eindhoven. Redevc...

January 10, 2018

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