Ardian acquires Schwind eye-tech-solutions

Ardian, an independent private investment company, has acquired a majority stake in Schwind eye-tech-solutions, according to a company press release.This is the fourth investment Ardian has made using its 1 billion Expansion Fund IV. Details of the agreement were not disclosed; however, Rolf Schwind, a member of the founding family, will continue to manage the business as chief executive officer, a position he has held since 1995, according to the release.