Col Giovanni Paolo S.p.A.
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Col Giovanni Paolo S.p.A. - overview
Established
1920
Location
Turin, -, Italy
Primary Industry
Electronics
About
Col Giovanni Paolo S. p. A. specializes in the development and production of critical components for smart grid applications, particularly in medium and high voltage transmission systems, driving innovation in energy management solutions.
Founded in 1920 in Turin, Italy, Col Giovanni Paolo S. p. A. focuses on essential solutions for energy transmission.
Recently, Oaktree Capital Management acquired a 70% majority stake in January 2021, indicating a strategic pivot towards growth. The company has engaged in one significant deal to date, showcasing its development in the energy sector. Col Giovanni Paolo S. p.
A. specializes in the development and production of critical components and advanced solutions for smart grid applications, primarily focusing on medium and high voltage transmission and distribution (T&D) infrastructure. Their core offerings include the SIGMA L+ protection relays, which are designed to enhance the safety and reliability of energy transmission systems, and the SIGMAPRO software for managing and configuring these relays. These products aim to meet the challenges of energy transition by facilitating efficient energy management, ensuring compliance with evolving regulatory standards, and supporting end-users in various sectors such as utilities, industrial facilities, and transportation networks.
The company's products are marketed in diverse geographical regions, including European and Asian markets, catering to a broad clientele that includes energy providers, infrastructure developers, and systems integrators. In 2023, Col Giovanni Paolo S. p. A.
reported a revenue of USD 104. 53 mn, with an EBITDA of USD 20. 97 mn. The company engages in B2B partnerships and direct sales to large enterprises in the energy sector, generating revenue primarily through the sale of sophisticated protection relays and software solutions, often bundled for comprehensive energy management systems.
Clients typically enter into long-term contracts for the installation, maintenance, and configuration of these products, ensuring a steady revenue stream from both initial sales and follow-up services. Col Giovanni Paolo S. p. A.
aims to expand its product line with new solutions designed to enhance smart grid efficiency and reliability, with anticipated launches in the upcoming year. The company is also targeting expansion into the Asian energy market by 2025, leveraging its recent funding to support these initiatives. The acquisition of a majority stake by Oaktree Capital Management will facilitate the necessary resources for product development and market entry strategies, aligning with the company's growth objectives.
Current Investors
Oaktree Capital Management
Primary Industry
Electronics
Sub Industries
Electric Utilities, Electronic Components
Website
www.colgp.it
Verticals
Manufacturing
Company Stage
Mature - Buyout
Total Amount Raised
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Col Giovanni Paolo S.p.A. - timeline of key events

Col Giovanni Paolo S.p.A. - financials
| Fiscal Year Ended | Dec 31, 2013 | Dec 31, 2014 | Dec 31, 2015 | Dec 31, 2016 | Dec 31, 2017 | Dec 31, 2018 | Dec 31, 2019 | Dec 31, 2020 | Dec 31, 2021 | Dec 31, 2022 | Dec 31, 2023 | Dec 31, 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue (USD) | 36,927,847 | 51,627,610 | 68,623,495 | 63,011,478 | 59,575,561 | 73,535,094 | 92,636,026 | 86,669,226 | 109,605,653 | - | - | - |
| % Revenue Growth (YoY) | - | 39.8% | 32.9% | (8.2%) | (5.5%) | 23.4% | 26.0% | (6.4%) | 26.5% | - | - | - |
| EBITDA (USD) | 10,889,860 | 13,291,695 | 18,412,443 | 14,237,060 | 9,794,067 | 15,567,095 | 22,958,834 | 21,964,495 | 22,813,749 | - | - | - |
| Operating Income (USD) | 9,231,000 | 11,143,970 | 16,963,053 | 13,570,359 | 9,202,996 | 14,889,766 | 22,176,192 | 20,740,460 | 3,913,982 | - | - | - |
| Operating Margin | 25.0% | 21.6% | 24.7% | 21.5% | 15.4% | 20.2% | 23.9% | 23.9% | 3.6% | - | - | - |
| % EBITDA Margin | 29.5% | 25.7% | 26.8% | 22.6% | 16.4% | 21.2% | 24.8% | 25.3% | 20.8% | - | - | - |
| NET Income (USD) | 6,715,433 | 7,880,270 | 11,857,096 | 9,459,779 | 6,612,810 | 10,824,554 | 17,085,021 | 18,445,313 | (3,156,407) | - | - | - |
| % Net Margin | 18.2% | 15.3% | 17.3% | 15.0% | 11.1% | 14.7% | 18.4% | 21.3% | (2.9%) | - | - | - |
Col Giovanni Paolo S.p.A. - deals
| Deals Type | Deal Status | Target (s) | Deal Date | Investor(s) | Seller(s) | Deal size (Mn) | Enterprise value (Mn) | Post-money valuation (Mn) | EBITDA multiple (x) | Revenue multiple (x) | Lead partner (s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buyout | Completed | Col Giovanni Paolo S.p.A. | - |
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