Weil has advised Ardian on its strategic investment in the Diot-Siaci Group, a European leader in corporate insurance brokerage. The transaction involves Ardian’s acquisition of shares held by Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan, Bpifrance, Cathay Capital and other minority shareholders. Following the acquisition, Ardian will become Diot-Siaci’s lead financial shareholder, alongside the Burrus Group.

This transaction marks a new phase of growth for Diot-Siaci, reinforcing its global capabilities and strengthening its position among the world’s leading players in the insurance industry.

The Weil team was led by partners David Aknin, Pierre-Alexandre Kahn and Tom Richards, supported by counsel Romain Letard and Kai Zhang, and associates Messan Dogbevi, Floriane Egraz, Tanya Jain and Ashley Ken. Tax advice was provided by partner Edouard de Lamy and associate Axelle Trintignac. Regulatory advice was provided by partner Marc Lordonnois and associates Manon Courtier, Martin Ellie and Ornella Polito.