Q Plus opts for continuity with a connection to listed Flowtech
Q Plus, a specialist in pneumatics and compressed air, is joining Flowtech Group, an internationally operating and publicly traded technical group. The merger strengthens Flowtech's position in the Benelux and provides Q Plus with the space for its next phase of growth, while maintaining continuity and technical expertise. The transaction was completed in February 2026.
Q Plus: Technical partner with a strong position in the Benelux
Q Plus is a technical partner for customers working with pneumatics and compressed air applications. The company is known for its in-depth expertise, practical approach, and ability to support customers with both technical advice and customized solutions.
With a team of engineers and technical specialists, Q Plus helps customers optimize processes, increase availability, and realize reliable solutions for production environments.
Strategic alignment with Flowtech Group and ensuring continuity
For Flowtech Group, the acquisition of Q Plus fits seamlessly with its strategy to further strengthen its operations in the Benelux and expand its scale within Europe. The combination offers synergy benefits in terms of market position, regional coverage, and combined capacity.
Following the transaction, the shareholder will step down. Q Plus's current CEO will remain in place and will partner with Flowtech Group, retaining knowledge, experience, and day-to-day management. At the same time, Q Plus will benefit from the support, strength, and capabilities of an international group.
Rijk van Dongen, Founder of Q Plus: “Building and growing Q Plus into the respected company it is today has been my life's work. I'm thrilled to have found a suitable new home for my people, colleagues, and clients. Flowtech is a strong cultural fit, where the passion for motion control and customer focus aligns well with the values of both organizations. This gives me confidence in the opportunities we face together.”
Sale to a listed party with a special financing structure
A unique aspect of this transaction was that Flowtech Group is publicly listed. This brings a different dynamic than a traditional takeover, both in decision-making and in financing options.
In the final phase, a structure was chosen in which part of the financing was generated through an equity raise: the issuance of new shares. This made the closing dependent not only on the negotiated agreements but also on the successful placement of these shares. This component made the final phase exciting and required careful structuring and coordination between all parties involved.
Support by Match Plan in an international and listed sale
Match Plan guided Q Plus throughout the entire sales process: by valuation and positioning to guide the sales process and the legal completion. Due to the high level of interest, the focus was on selecting the partner that best aligned with Q Plus's vision for the future. This revealed that a publicly traded and international partner was the best fit, for which Match Plan could provide all the necessary support.
The deal team consisted of Hans van de Pas, Raymon Kouwenhoven, Noa Kweekel, and Matthias Duijzer. Match Plan provided complete support and also guided the closing phase, during which the buyer's listed status and the equity component placed additional demands on the transaction structure and closing process.
“The process was characterized by considerable market interest and led to a partner who was an excellent strategic fit for Q Plus. The publicly listed environment and the equity financing made the final phase extra special. Despite this added dynamism, the process went smoothly, and Flowtech proved to be a great partner for Q Plus.” according to Raymon Kouwenhoven, Senior Consultant at Match Plan.
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