CapMan Oyj: CapMan Buyout exits PDSVISION to Bridgepoint and Polaris Private Equity
CapMan Buyout press release
3 February 2026 at 1:00 p.m. EET
CapMan Buyout XI Fund has reached an agreement to sell its holdings in PDSVISION, a leading solution provider for product design, systems engineering, simulation, and product lifecycle management, to a consortium consisting of the private equity firms Bridgepoint and Polaris Private Equity.
CapMan Buyout invested in PDSVISION in 2020, as the first investment of the XI fund, partnering closely with founder and management to support accelerated growth and expansion of the group. During CapMan's ownership, PDSVISION has moved from being a primarily Nordic-focused business into a truly global player with operations in 15 countries and more than 75% of the business now coming outside of Nordics. The company has experienced a period of exceptional growth and development with revenues growing more than fivefold to SEK 1.7 billion through a combination of strong organic growth and strategic add-on acquisitions, while maintaining solid profitability. Additionally, PDSVISION has added new strategic capabilities and deepened relationships with key software partners, positioning the group well to continue its growth journey and deliver even greater value to its global customer base of product development and manufacturing companies.
"We are proud and grateful for the opportunity to have supported PDSVISION and its management team through a period of strong development and progress. Together, we have achieved what we set out to do when partnering in 2020 - executing on organic and structural growth opportunities while building a stronger, more scalable business with a solid foundation for the future. We are pleased that the company will be supported by its new majority owners in Bridgepoint and Polaris, who are strong partners to support the company in its next phase of development. We thank founder Johan Klingvall and the entire PDSVISION team for their excellent collaboration," says Robin Westberg, Partner at CapMan Buyout
"The past five years have been a transformative period for PDSVISION as we evolved from a Nordic organisation into a truly global business. CapMan's support during this phase has contributed to strengthening our foundation and accelerating our international growth. I'm grateful for CapMan's support and excited for what we can achieve with Bridgepoint and Polaris as our new partners," says Johan Klingvall, Chairman and Founder of PDSVISION.
"CapMan has been a highly valued partner throughout this journey, contributing to our expansion and helping us build stronger capabilities across the organisation. We appreciate their commitment and collaboration; the foundation established during our partnership positions PDSVISION well for continued growth and the next chapter of our development," adds Mats Oretorp, CEO of PDSVISION.
The closing of the transaction is subject to customary conditions and regulatory approvals. It is expected to be completed in H1 2026.
CapMan Buyout and PDSVISION thank its financing partner CORDET that has supported the company's accelerated M&A agenda.
CapMan Buyout was advised by Jefferies (exclusive Financial Advisor), Lindahl (Legal), McKinsey & Company (Commercial), and Alvarez & Marsal (Financial & Tax).
For more information, please contact:
Robin Westberg, Partner, CapMan Buyout, + 46 72 583 81 66
Antti Karppinen, Managing Partner, CapMan Buyout, + 358 50 534 0614
Johan Klingvall, Chairman and founder, PDSVISION, +46 76 636 55 00
Mats Oretorp, CEO, PDSVISION, +46 70 611 19 32
About CapMan
CapMan is a leading Nordic private asset expert with an active approach to value creation and 7.1 billion euros in assets under management. As one of the private equity pioneers in the Nordics we have developed hundreds of companies and assets creating significant value for over three decades. Our investment strategies cover real estate and infrastructure assets, real asset debt, natural capital and minority and majority investments in portfolio companies. We also provide wealth management solutions. Altogether, CapMan employs around 200 professionals in Helsinki, Jyväskylä, Stockholm, Copenhagen, Oslo, London, Luxembourg, and Düsseldorf. We are listed on Nasdaq Helsinki since 2001. www.capman.com
About PDSVISION
PDSVISION is a global digital engineering leader specializing in digital transformation, product development, manufacturing, and product lifecycle management. With a strong presence in 15 countries and a dedicated team of over 500 employees, PDSVISION delivers innovative solutions that drive efficiency and growth for its clients. By leveraging cutting-edge technologies and a customer-centric approach, PDSVISION helps organizations optimize their digital data, reduce costs, and achieve tangible business outcomes. Committed to excellence and innovation, PDSVISION is the preferred partner for businesses navigating the complexities of the digital age. www.pdsvision.com
About Bridgepoint
Bridgepoint Group is one of the world's leading mid-market investors, specialising in private equity, infrastructure, credit and private wealth. With over $86 billion of assets under management and a strong local presence in Europe, North America and Asia, we combine global scale with local market insight and sector expertise, consistently delivering strong returns through cycles.
About Polaris
Polaris is a Nordic investment company headquartered in Copenhagen, investing in and supporting established medium-sized companies across the Nordics. Since 1998, we have built a strong presence across three strategies; Polaris Private Equity, Polaris Flexible Capital and Polaris Public Equity, and have secured capital commitments of more than EUR 2 billion.