Arendt & Medernach advised Valiant Asset Management Limited ("Valiant"), an alternative credit manager focused on the Western European corporate middle market, on its USD 100 million hybrid capital investment in House of Modo S.à r.l. ("Modo"), a leading designer, manufacturer and distributor of premium eyewear.
Through this transaction, Valiant and its partners have acquired a minority stake in Modo, supporting the company's strategic priorities and long-term growth ambitions under the leadership of its founder and CEO, Alessandro Lanaro. The investment is designed to provide flexible capital to further strengthen Modo's global positioning and accelerate its expansion across key American and European markets.
Founded in 1990, Modo has built a global reputation for minimalist design, technical innovation and sustainability, distributing its flagship Modo, Eco and Italia Independent collections in more than 80 countries. The company has earned international recognition for its design excellence and pioneering environmental and social initiatives.
Arendt & Medernach advised Valiant Asset Management Limited on the Luxembourg legal aspects of the transaction. The firm advised Valiant on the Luxembourg corporate, finance, and IP/IT structuring aspects of the transaction.