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VELUX owner VKR agrees to buy StellaGroup from PAI and ICG

The Danish foundation-owned group adds a French solar-shading and shutters business as a third leg alongside VELUX and DOVISTA.

M&A News deals deskIndustrials / Building products · France, Europe6 Nov 2026

VKR Holding, the Danish parent of roof-window maker VELUX, has agreed to acquire French building-products group StellaGroup from private equity firms PAI Partners and ICG, the companies said on 6 November 2026. Financial terms were not disclosed.

Why VKR Holding A/S is buying StellaGroup

VKR said StellaGroup would become a third business area alongside the VELUX Group and DOVISTA Group, extending its presence in products that manage daylight and indoor climate. StellaGroup will keep its name and management team.

“We are delighted to be adding a third business area to VKR Holding.”Hans Martin Smith, CEO, VKR Holding

Deal terms and financing

PAI Partners, the majority owner, ICG and management are selling. PAI described the deal as an offer by VKR to acquire StellaGroup, the usual French structure pending works-council consultation, while VKR said it had signed an agreement.

Regulatory approvals and timing

Completion is subject to information and consultation of StellaGroup's employee representative bodies and customary regulatory approvals.

Market context

PAI and ICG acquired StellaGroup in 2019; PAI said turnover more than doubled under their ownership. The group has about 2,300 employees, 22,500 customers and 13 brands, including La Toulousaine, Profalux, Pratic, Biossun and Alulux.

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