BDO Capital Advises on Sale of Solatube International, Inc.

Boston, MA – March 8, 2022 – BDO Capital Advisors, LLC (BDO Capital) is pleased to announce the sale of Solatube International, Inc. (Solatube) to Kingspan Light & Air, LLC, a division of Kingspan Group plc (ISE:KRX) (Kingspan). BDO Capital served as exclusive financial advisor to Solatube on this transaction, which builds on the firm’s experience working with founder-owned companies in the building products space.

Kingspan is the global leader in high-performance insulation and building envelope solutions based in Kingscourt, Ireland, with a corporate mission of accelerating a net zero emissions future with the wellbeing of people and planet at its heart. Kingspan Light & Air manufactures and provides high-performance daylighting, smoke management, and ventilation systems. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

Solatube was founded in 1991 and is a worldwide leader in the manufacturing and distribution of tubular daylighting systems based in Vista, California. Solatube has a 30+ year track record as an industry innovator transforming interior spaces with the power of daylight across both residential and commercial end markets. The company designs and manufactures a comprehensive, patent-protected portfolio of daylighting systems and complementary products such as solar-powered attic fans, whole house & garage fans, and traditional skylights. Solatube focuses on easy to install, environmentally friendly building products and its daylighting systems provide commercial architects with relatively inexpensive LEED points.

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BDO Capital designed and executed a customized M&A process that aligned with our shareholders’ desires and objectives, which ultimately generated a great outcome for both Solatube and its ownership group. Through a well-orchestrated process led by a team of senior bankers every step of the way, BDO Capital was able to generate strong interest in Solatube and delivered a premium valuation for our business. We were very impressed with BDO Capital’s knowledge and expertise in the building products sector, and their ability to overcome challenges and drive value and terms. We would strongly recommend BDO Capital to any business owner looking to sell their Company.

David Rillie
Founder & CEO of Solatube International, Inc.