OC&C advises DOM (Ethica Global Investments Portfolio) in acquisition of C Blade

We’re pleased to congratulate DOM on agreeing to acquire C Blade, a manufacturer and forger of steam and gas turbine blades. OC&C provided Commercial Due Diligence to DOM.

DOM, a portfolio company of Ethica Global Investments, is a leading producer of steam and gas turbine blades.

Friulia S.p.A., BNP Paribas BNL Equity Investments, and a group of major investors connected to Fineurop joined Ethica Global Investments and other partners in acquiring shares in DOM. The deal was also supported by a loan from Banca Monte dei Paschi di Siena.

C Blade, founded in 1963, has been owned by the US holding company SIFCO Industries since 2015. With two cutting edge industrial plants, C Blade serves the main players in the power generation market, as well as some operators in the aeronautical space.

Following the acquisition of C Blade, DOM can strengthen its position as a key supplier for major power generation companies. The combined group benefits from complementary processes, products, and technologies, and will have strong growth potential due to trends in the industry and opportunities in related sectors.

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