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Financings

Alaris Announces a $115.5 Million Investment into a New Partner

By The Northwire Desk — AI Analysis Nov 06, 2025 · 14:31 AD · 19.5 ALARIS ROYALTY CORP.
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Executive Summary

  • Alaris Equity Partners completed a $115.5 million investment in Optimus SBR Inc. and its limited partnership.
  • The investment consists of $85.0 million of preferred equity (providing an initial annualized distribution of $11.1 million, 13% pre‑tax yield) and $30.5 million of common equity.
  • Proceeds will be used for partial liquidity to existing equity holders, and the deal brings Alaris’s year‑to‑date deployed capital to approximately $343.5 million.

Key Details

  • Investment Structure:
  • Preferred equity: $85.0 M, annualized distribution $11.1 M, pre‑tax yield 13%, distribution adjusts with Optimus SBR revenue (collar ±8%).

  • Common equity: $30.5 M.

  • Use of Proceeds: Partial liquidity to existing equity holders of Optimus SBR.

  • Financial Metrics of Optimus SBR:

  • Earnings coverage ratio between 1.2x‑1.5x based on trailing twelve‑month results and capital structure adjustments.

  • Alaris Capital Deployment: With this closing, total deployed capital YTD is ~$343.5 M.

  • Strategic Rationale (CEO Comments):

  • Kevin Gauci (Optimus SBR) highlighted the partnership will “unlock full potential” and accelerate growth in AI, digital transformation, and regulatory services.

  • Steve King (Alaris) noted Optimus is a highly sought‑after asset and aligns with Alaris’s focus on stable cash flows and long‑term value creation.

  • Distribution Mechanics: Preferred equity distribution tied to Optimus SBR annual revenue changes, subject to an ±8% collar.

Notable Quotes

“We’re delighted to welcome Alaris to the broader Optimus SBR team,” – Kevin Gauci, CEO & Co‑Founder, Optimus SBR.

“As the largest independent management consulting company in Canada, this asset was highly sought after by private equity firms across North America,” – Steve King, President & CEO, Alaris Equity Partners.

Read the original news release →

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