HPS

Founded in 1990, HPS International designs, produces, and sells high-tech hydraulic cylinders. More than 90% of the company's sales are in international markets. HPS is present in 8 countries, with 5 production sites: 2 in France (Ennery and Saint-Chamon with its subsidiary ACIM), 1 in China (Shenzhen), 1 in Brazil (Sao Paulo), and 1 in Germany (with its subsidiary Hydropneu). This international coverage allows the company to supply dynamic markets in Germany, North America, and Asia (particularly China).

In 2017, Capital Export led an MBI transaction with Grégory Poitrasson, who took over as CEO of the company. Grégory Poitrasson and Capital Export have founded HPS International’s growth on 3 key areas:
(i) international expansion in North American, German, and Asian markets;
(ii) launch of new innovative products (currently in the test phase prior to pre-marketing);
(iii) improvement of manufacturing processes.

The company has pursued this development strategy thanks to Capital Export's support and guidance during the main phases: identification of build-up targets in Europe (Germany and France in particular), leading to the acquisition of ACIM in France, Hydropneu in Germany, and Iron Jaw in Portugal; recruitment of international executives; opening a production unit in the United States; and obtaining financing and subsidies to support this ambitious industrial project.