Motion Equity Partners: Leader in Mid-Market Transformation Partnerships Europe 2025

Motion Equity Partners has built a reputation as a disciplined private equity firm with a clear and consistent strategy for delivering sustainable value creation. Established 14 years ago by experienced partners with more than two decades of track record, the firm focuses on majority investments in resilient French mid-market companies with global growth potential. With an entrepreneurial DNA and emphasis on selectivity, Motion has completed over 25 leveraged buyouts and more than 110 build-ups, achieving a 100 percent success rate in integration. Around 40 percent of acquisitions are in France, 30 percent across Europe and 30 percent worldwide, showcasing its ability to identify and execute cross-border strategies. The firm typically manages a concentrated portfolio of 12 to 14 assets, enabling close collaboration with management during early years. Motion is active in healthcare, agri-food, B2B services and smart industries, prioritising businesses with strong cash generation, pricing power and barriers to entry. By systematically reinforcing governance, financial and operational structures, and embedding dedicated M&A integration roles, the firm ensures synergies are captured and sustained. Its approach combines buy-and-build execution with investment in innovation, R&D and long-term positioning, resulting in exits delivering more than 3.5 times invested. With a commitment to nurturing internal talent, 80 percent of its team began as interns, reflecting the firm’s belief in continuity and operational understanding. The Capital Finance International (CFI.co) Judging Panel congratulates Motion Equity Partners on winning the 2025 Leader in Mid-Market Transformation Partnerships Award (Europe).