Kingswood Capital to Acquire Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare
Kingswood Capital Management will acquire Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare from private investment firm CD&R.
RT’s Three Key Takeaways:
- Acquisition Agreement – Kingswood Capital Management has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare from CD&R, with closing expected later this year pending regulatory approvals.
- Growth Continuity – Drive’s existing leadership will remain in place as Kingswood supports the company’s ongoing global expansion in homecare and respiratory medical products.
- Strategic Outlook – Kingswood views Drive as well positioned for continued growth driven by strong market demand, organic initiatives, and potential M&A opportunities.
Kingswood Capital Management LP, has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare from private investment firm CD&R, according to a company news release. CD&R acquired Drive Medical in 2016.
According to the report, Drive’s existing management team will continue to lead the company, ensuring continuity in customer relationships and strategic execution. The transaction is expected to close later this year, subject to customary legal and regulatory requirements.
Founded in 2000, Drive is a leading global manufacturer and supplier of essential medical products used primarily in the home setting. Following the 2015 acquisition of DeVilbiss Healthcare, an innovator in respiratory care since 1888, the company expanded from wheelchairs, beds, rollators and other homecare products to include a full line of reliable respiratory products used in more than 100 countries.
Derek Lampert, CEO of Drive, commented, “We are incredibly excited about our new partnership with Kingswood and are confident this new chapter for Drive DeVilbiss will be the most exciting yet. Kingswood is fully aligned with the management team on the company’s future growth strategy.”
Michael Niegsch, Partner at Kingswood, added, “We have been impressed with the company’s tremendous growth and success in recent years and we look forward to partnering with Derek and the rest of the Drive DeVilbiss management team to support the next phase of the company’s expansion.”
“Drive is well positioned for continued growth as a result of strong market tailwinds, organic growth initiatives, and actionable M&A opportunities,” said Alex Wolf, Founder and Managing Partner of Kingswood. “We’re looking forward to leveraging our deep operational network and expertise to support the company as it continues to grow and provide solutions to customers and patients around the world.”
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