PAI Partners exits Amplitude Surgical in deal with Zydus

PAI Partners agreed to sell its majority stake in Amplitude Surgical to Zydus Lifesciences. 

The private equity firm, along with Amplitude’s management and minority shareholders, will sell 85.6% of the business at €6.25 per share—an 80.6% premium over the last closing price.

Amplitude Surgical, a specialist in lower-limb orthopedic technology, has seen significant growth under PAI’s ownership. Since acquiring the business through its Mid-Market Fund, PAI has helped Amplitude expand internationally, enhance manufacturing capabilities, and develop an innovative surgical robot. In fiscal 2024, Amplitude posted €106m in revenue and €27.1m in EBITDA.

“Amplitude has transformed into a European leader in lower-limb orthopedics, and this exit reflects the success of our growth strategy,” said Stefano Drago, Founding Partner at PAI Mid-Market Fund. The firm streamlined operations, divested non-core assets, and strengthened Amplitude’s R&D pipeline during its tenure.

Zydus sees the acquisition as a strategic expansion into MedTech. CEO and founder Olivier Jallabert, who will remain involved post-transaction, described the deal as “a testament to Amplitude’s success and resilience.”

The sale remains subject to regulatory approvals, including clearance from the French Minister of Economy. A subsequent tender offer by Zydus is expected to follow once the transaction closes, likely by June 2025.