Ardian/Quinn Downes
Transaction details
The proposed acquisition by Syclef Ireland Limited, which is in turn controlled by Ardian France S.A., of sole control of Quinn Downes Group Designated Activity Company has been cleared by the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission.
Case details
- Notification date:18 March 2026
- Publication date:18 March 2026
- Economic sector:Professional, scientific & technical activities - N
- Economic sub-sector:Architecture & engineering - N.71
- Simplified merger:Yes
- Outcome:Cleared
Documents
M.26.017 Merger AnnouncementPDF | 215 KBM.26.017 Merger Announcement PDF | 215 KB - Opens in new window
M.26.017 DeterminationPDF | 352 KBM.26.017 Determination PDF | 352 KB - Opens in new window
Timetable
Parties Involved
Syclef Ireland Limited
Syclef Ireland Limited is a wholly owned subsidiary of Syclef Holding S.A.S.
Ardian France S.A.
Ardian France S.A. is a French-based private equity firm which is involved in the provision of investment management services to a number of investment funds, vehicles and platforms.
Quinn Downes Group Designated Activity Company
Quinn Downes Group Designated Activity Company has two wholly owned subsidiaries; Quinn Downes Limited and Quinn Downes Service and Maintenance Limited. Quinn Downes Group Designated Activity Company is active in the provision of mechanical engineering services and facilities management services.
Contacts
- Éadaoin Burns eadaoinburns@ccpc.ie

