We have advised Platinum Equity on the signing of a binding agreement for the sale of De Wave Group (De Wave), one of the world’s leading providers of integrated solutions for marine interiors and technical systems for the cruise and yacht sectors, to Renaissance Partners. The group’s management, led by CEO Riccardo Pompili, will reinvest almost all of the proceeds from the sale alongside the new investor.
Founded in 2014 through the merger of three specialised and complementary companies, De Wave is now the only fully integrated provider of marine interiors, employing over 1,400 people and trusted by leading shipyards and cruise operators worldwide. Based in Genoa, the group supports shipowners and shipyards throughout the entire lifecycle of vessels, from newbuilds to refit and upgrade projects. Its offering ranges from design and engineering to manufacturing, from project management to on-board installation, through to after-sales, repair and maintenance services, and includes cabins, bathrooms, public areas, catering areas, and glazing solutions, as well as energy-efficient technical systems such as HVAC, refrigeration, and electrical systems. Through its international network, De Wave serves clients in Europe, Asia, and the Americas.
Since 2019, throughout the journey undertaken together with Platinum Equity, De Wave has more than doubled its revenue and EBITDA, expanded its total order book to approximately €2bn and significantly strengthened its international presence. In 2025, the group recorded revenue in excess of €400m and EBITDA in excess of €50m, consolidating its position as one of the leading players in the marine interiors sector.
