– H.I.G. Capital, a global alternative investment firm with $70 billion under management, has completed the sale of EYSA Group to Tikehau Investment Management SAS.
– EYSA, headquartered in Madrid and founded in 1975, is a leading provider of smart and sustainable mobility solutions, active in more than 30 countries.
– Under H.I.G.’s ownership since May 2022, EYSA transformed from a Spanish parking operator into a fast-growing international smart mobility platform.
– Key achievements during H.I.G.’s tenure included doubling EBITDA, expanding internationally through five add-on acquisitions, strengthening operational infrastructure, and launching sustainability-focused and AI-driven services.
– EYSA now serves over 235 cities and institutional clients.
– In 2024, EYSA generated more than €200 million in revenue with EBITDA nearing €50 million.
– Tikehau Capital acquired EYSA through its flagship private equity decarbonisation strategy, which backs companies advancing energy efficiency, electrification, low-carbon solutions, and climate adaptation.
– Tikehau will provide strategic and operational support to EYSA, leveraging its expertise in sustainability and long-term investment to fuel international expansion and operational scaling.
– David Martín, Co-Head of Tikehau Capital Iberia: “The acquisition of EYSA strengthens Tikehau Capital’s presence in the Iberian Peninsula through a private equity investment that is fully aligned with our thematic decarbonisation strategy.”
– Pierre Abadie and Mathieu Badjeck, Co-Heads of Tikehau Capital’s Private Equity Decarbonisation Strategy: “Our investment in EYSA reflects our commitment to supporting companies leading the low-carbon transition. EYSA exemplifies the kind of asset we seek – impactful, scalable and aligned with key societal shifts. Its positioning as a smart mobility platform enables it to play a meaningful role in transforming urban transport infrastructure, reducing emissions and improving operational efficiency.”
– Javier Delgado, CEO of EYSA: “We are excited to embark on this new chapter alongside Tikehau Capital, a partner whose strategic vision and long-term commitment to decarbonisation. Our partnership with H.I.G. has been instrumental in positioning EYSA as a market leader, helping the Company expand into new, high-growth markets, and we thank H.I.G. for its valuable contribution.”
– Andrew L., Head of Europe Infrastructure at H.I.G.: “The EYSA team has done an outstanding job transforming the Company from a single-market operator to a global platform and leader in the sustainable mobility solutions space. The Company is well-positioned to seize future growth opportunities, and we wish them continued success in the future.”
