Ardian to acquire a minority stake in Sicer.

Ardian, a private investment house, agreed to acquire a minority stake in Sicer, a company active globally in the development and production of specialty coatings for the ceramic industry. Financial terms were not disclosed. “We are excited to partner with Ardian, whose support will be crucial to achieve our growth plans. This investment will strengthen our international presence, particularly in North America and Asia. With Ardian's backing, we will continue to innovate and offer high-quality service. On behalf of the entire management team, we thank Azimut Libera Impresa for their support over the past four years, which has been instrumental in reinforcing Sicer’s global leadership through strategic investments and acquisitions,” Gianfranco Padovani, Sicer Executive Chairman.