Eight Advisory supported Gilde Equity Management

Gouda Refractories, a Netherlands-based leading manufacturer of (high-) alumina refractories and provider of refractory services, will join Shinagawa Refractories, a leading producer of refractory materials headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. This transaction represents a significant step forward for Gouda Refractories Group, its employees, and its customers. Gouda Refractories was part of the Andus Group and specializes in the production of high-quality refractory products that are essential for high-temperature industrial processes. Over the past years Gouda engaged in an extensive investment program, expanding, and automating its production capacity and innovation capabilities. Gouda’s products and tailored solutions are used across key market segments globally, including Non-Ferrous Metals, Energy & Chemicals and Environment.    

Gilde Equity Management, one of the oldest private equity firms in The Netherlands, has a long track-record in the Benelux mid-market and specializes in supporting entrepreneurial business leaders of strong mid-market companies, in pursuing (international) growth opportunities. Since 2021 Gilde Equity Management has been backing the Andus Group and Gouda Refractories with its successful global growth trajectory. 

Eight Advisory team members supporting on this transaction:  

• Operational due diligence: Tom De Troyer (Partner), Rob Van Den Berg (Director), Guillaume Heyninck (Manager), Jules Caubergh (Analyst)