# Equinox IV acquires 60% stake in Master Group

European private equity platform Equinox IV acquired a 60% stake in Italian aluminium window and door components manufacturer Master Group, in partnership with the founding Loperfido-Lacatena family, which retains a 40% stake. The deal aims to support Master's international expansion and production capacity growth.

- Type: Acquisition
- Announced: 2026-11-10
- Where: Conversano, Bari, Italy
- Status: announced
- Products: aluminium window and door components, sliding systems, corner joints, handles, façade components, automation solutions
- Sectors: [Construction Materials](https://endata.com/sectors/construction-materials.md)

## Companies

- [The Master Group](https://endata.com/companies/7229.md) (target)
- [Equinox IV](https://endata.com/companies/95699.md) (acquirer)

## Sources

- [alcircle.com](https://www.alcircle.com/news/equinox-gains-60-in-italys-master-group-eyes-european-aluminium-components-growth-121911), 2026-11-10: "Italian aluminium window and door components manufacturer Master Group has unlocked a new chapter in its growth strategy as European private equity platform Equinox IV acquired a 60 per cent stake in the company."

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