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AUGUST 19, 2026
Ardian acquires Pflegia
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Pflegia
AI-powered reverse-recruiting platform matching nursing and healthcare professionals with permanent roles at hospitals, care homes, and medical practices across Germany.
OwnershipPE-backed
Prior ownerU.C.A. AG
InvestorsU.C.A. AG
Headcount201-500 FTEs
HeadquartersBerlin, Germany
Leadership
Sell-side advisorRaymond James (M&A advisor to Pflegia / sell-side)
ACQUIRER
Ardian
Global diversified private markets firm investing across buyout, growth, and infrastructure strategies
Ownership
HeadquartersParis, France
Deal leads
Pierre Schaeffer, Director Growth
Buy-side advisorKPMG
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