Govers Sierhekwerk

Govers Sierhekwerk, a specialist in custom-made gates and fencing solutions, has joined Heras, a leading European provider of perimeter security solutions. With this acquisition, Heras strengthens its position in the Dutch market, while Govers continues its development within a strong international organization.

Strategic Collaboration Unlocks Growth Opportunities
The acquisition offers significant synergy benefits for both Heras and Govers. Govers will continue to operate as a specialist in tailor-made solutions for the residential and industrial sectors, while gaining access to Heras’ broad product portfolio and nationwide coverage. At the same time, Heras benefits from Govers’ specialized knowledge. Together, they can provide customers with even more comprehensive and integrated solutions and pursue further joint growth. This transaction highlights the power of strategic partnerships and presents both companies with new growth opportunities in the global perimeter security market.

Complex Process with an International Dimension
The sale process began in 2023 and was marked by the involvement of various (international) stakeholders, each with their own strategic agendas. Notably, during the sale of Govers Sierhekwerk to Heras, Heras itself also underwent a change of ownership. The German private equity firm Equistone Partners Europe sold Heras to the Northern European Garda Group, which is owned by private equity firm EMK Capital. Additionally, a carve-out transaction of one of Govers’ entities took place during the process, in which that entity was transferred to its external co-shareholder.

Jean Paul Govers on his experience with Cognos Netherlands:
“After speaking with several parties, we chose Cognos purely based on gut feeling—and that feeling turned out to be right. They were always there for us, even during evenings and weekends, and played a crucial role in the success of this transaction. Always professional, yet with a relaxed atmosphere.”

Cognos Netherlands as Advisor Throughout the Process
The Cognos team played a vital and leading role in all phases of the sale process—from drafting the sales documentation and identifying and approaching potential buyers to coordinating due diligence and handling all financial and legal negotiations. The Match Plan deal team consisted of Erik Smidt and Lucas Troelstra.

During the process, Cognos collaborated closely and effectively with Teun Trienekens of Trienekens Boleij and Jos Dexters and Malou van Vroonhoven of Aben & Slag Advocaten.