Dubbeldam Truck & Techniek, part of Dubbeldam Industries, has acquired 100% of the shares in Van den Born Carrosserie. IRIS CF advised Dubbeldam in this transaction and also arranged the transaction financing.
Dubbeldam Industries
Dubbeldam is a group of independent companies in various (international) technical niches, united by a passion for technology and customer-oriented solutions. As a hands-on investor, the group gives its companies the freedom to focus on what they do best. Through Dubbeldam Truck & Techniek, the group is active in bodywork construction, damage repair and related services for trucks and commercial vehicles. Through Metagro, it delivers custom ergonomic cabins and control rooms for terminals, ports, mining and industry.
For more information, see:
https://www.dubbeldamindustries.com/nl/ and https://www.dubbeldam.com/nl/
Van den Born
Van den Born is a family business based in Waalwijk with a history of more than 185 years, dating back to 1840. What started as a builder of farm carts grew in the twentieth century into a specialist in converting and upfitting light commercial vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes. Led by the fourth generation and with around 45 employees, the company delivers client-specific solutions, often produced in series. Examples include tippers and flatbeds, superstructures, van interiors and glass racks. Van den Born serves dealers, lease companies, government organisations and end users throughout the Netherlands.
For more information, see: https://www.vandenborn.nl/
Dubbeldam and Van den Born join forces
Van den Born fits seamlessly with Dubbeldam’s bodywork activities and extends the group’s offering from trucks and trailers to light commercial vehicles. With in-house engineering, a strong position among (semi-)public and fleet customers, and a reputation for quality and reliable delivery, Van den Born provides a solid platform for further growth.