Grupo Simões
InfrastructureM&A
MergerAmazonas / São Paulo, Brazil
INDEPENDENT CORPORATE FINANCE ADVISORY
Excellence in execution
Independence at our core
Arsenal is an independent corporate finance advisory firm specializing in mergers and acquisitions, capital solutions and corporate governance. Since 2001, we have advised clients on complex strategic and financial matters, building long-term relationships grounded in trust, discretion and results.
2001
YEAR OF FOUNDATION70+
TRANSACTIONS COMPLETEDBRL70bn+
AGGREGATE TRANSACTION VALUEBRL5bn+
DEBT RESTRUCTURED2001
YEAR OF FOUNDATION70+
TRANSACTIONS COMPLETEDBRL70bn+
AGGREGATE TRANSACTION VALUEBRL5bn+
DEBT RESTRUCTUREDWHAT WE DO
Advice for critical decisions
Independent, senior advisory free of conflicts of interest, from origination to closing.
01
Mergers & Acquisitions
End-to-end strategic and financial advice on buy-side and sell-side M&A transactions, from transaction strategy and valuation through negotiation, signing and closing. A disciplined approach focused on value maximization and execution certainty.
02
Capital Solutions
Advice on capital structure, debt restructuring and capital raising, including tailored debt and equity solutions across domestic and international markets. Solutions designed to preserve value and support long-term financial sustainability.
03
Corporate Governance & Shareholder Advisory
Strategic advice on shareholder matters, dispute mediation, governance frameworks and succession planning for family-owned businesses and corporate groups.
01
Mergers & Acquisitions
End-to-end strategic and financial advice on buy-side and sell-side M&A transactions, from transaction strategy and valuation through negotiation, signing and closing. A disciplined approach focused on value maximization and execution certainty.
02
Capital Solutions
Advice on capital structure, debt restructuring and capital raising, including tailored debt and equity solutions across domestic and international markets. Solutions designed to preserve value and support long-term financial sustainability.
03
Corporate Governance & Shareholder Advisory
Strategic advice on shareholder matters, dispute mediation, governance frameworks and succession planning for family-owned businesses and corporate groups.
TRANSACTIONS
Selected Transactions
More than 70 completed transactions, with over BRL 70 billion in aggregate transaction value since 2001.
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Aegea
InfrastructureM&A
M&A Buy-SideRio de Janeiro, Brazil
Pax Lubrificantes
IndustrialsM&A
M&A Sell-SideSão Paulo, Brazil
Selene
Consumer & RetailM&A
M&A Sell-SideSão Paulo, Brazil
TPNR (Grupo Simões)
InfrastructureM&A
M&A Sell-SideAmazonas, Brazil
OTP
InfrastructureFairness Opinion
Fairness OpinionRio de Janeiro, Brazil
OTP
InfrastructureFairness Opinion
Fairness OpinionSão Paulo, Brazil
Green Domus
Business ServicesM&A
M&A Sell-SideSão Paulo, Brazil
Lwart
Business ServicesM&A
M&A Buy-SideRio de Janeiro, Brazil
WayCarbon
Business ServicesM&A
M&A Sell-SideMinas Gerais, Brazil
JSL
Transportation & LogisticsM&A
M&A Buy-SideSão Paulo, Brazil
Cielo
TechnologyFairness Opinion
Fairness OpinionSão Paulo, Brazil
Cielo
TechnologyM&A
M&A Sell-SideSão Paulo, Brazil
OTP
InfrastructureFairness Opinion
Fairness OpinionSão Paulo, Brazil
Formitex
IndustrialsFinancial Restructuring
Financial RestructuringSão Paulo, Brazil
SLC
Food & BeverageM&A
M&A Sell-SideRio Grande do Sul, Brazil
OTP
InfrastructureM&A
M&A Sell-SideRio de Janeiro, Brazil
Bonasa
AgribusinessFinancial Restructuring
Financial RestructuringFederal District, Brazil
OTP
InfrastructureM&A
M&A Sell-SideSão Paulo, Brazil
Cielo
TechnologyM&A
M&A Buy-SideRio de Janeiro, Brazil
Foz do Brasil
InfrastructureFinancial Restructuring
Financial RestructuringSão Paulo, Brazil
M. Agostini
Consumer & RetailM&A
M&A Sell-SideRio de Janeiro, Brazil
Asa Alimentos
AgribusinessFairness Opinion
Fairness OpinionFederal District, Brazil
Aegea
InfrastructureM&A
M&A Buy-SideMato Grosso, Brazil
Asa Alimentos
AgribusinessM&A
M&A Sell-SideFederal District, Brazil
Foz do Brasil
InfrastructureM&A
M&A Buy-SideBahia, Brazil
Foz do Brasil
InfrastructureM&A
M&A Buy-SideBahia, Brazil
Grupo Modelo
Consumer & RetailFinancial Restructuring
Financial RestructuringMato Grosso, Brazil
Petropar
IndustrialsM&A
M&A Sell-SideBrazil, Germany, Chile, the United States, Italy, Mexico, Peru and Sweden
Foz do Brasil
InfrastructureM&A
M&A Buy-SideTocantins, Brazil
Aeróleo
Transportation & LogisticsM&A
M&A Sell-SideRio de Janeiro, Brazil
SEAviation
Business ServicesFairness Opinion
Fairness OpinionSão Paulo, Brazil
MDU Resources
EnergyM&A
M&A Sell-SideBrazil
Foz do Rio Claro
InfrastructureFairness Opinion
Fairness OpinionGoiás, Brazil
Halex Istar
PharmaceuticalsFairness Opinion
Fairness OpinionGoiás, Brazil
Foz do Brasil
InfrastructureM&A
M&A Buy-SideSanta Catarina and Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Usina Mandu
AgribusinessM&A
M&A Sell-SideSão Paulo, Brazil
Petropar
IndustrialsM&A
M&A Buy-SideSão Paulo, Brazil
TAM
Transportation & LogisticsM&A
M&A Buy-SideSão Paulo, Brazil
Independência
AgribusinessFinancial Restructuring
Financial RestructuringMato Grosso do Sul, Brazil
Foz do Brasil
InfrastructureM&A
M&A Sell-SideSão Paulo, Brazil
Arsenal
Business ServicesM&A
MergerSão Paulo, Brazil
Springs Global
Consumer & RetailM&A
M&A Buy-SideSão Paulo, Brazil
Orizon
TechnologyM&A
M&A Buy-SideSão Paulo, Brazil
Light
EnergyFairness Opinion
Fairness OpinionRio de Janeiro, Brazil
CAB Ambiental
InfrastructureM&A
M&A Buy-SideMato Grosso, Brazil
Sabará
HealthcareM&A
M&A Sell-SideSão Paulo, Brazil
BHP Billiton
MiningFairness Opinion
Fairness OpinionPará, Brazil
Vale
MiningFairness Opinion
Fairness OpinionRio de Janeiro, Brazil
Cigna
Business ServicesM&A
M&A Sell-SideSão Paulo, Brazil
Águas de Paranaguá
InfrastructureM&A
M&A Sell-SideMato Grosso, Brazil
Visanet
TechnologyFairness Opinion
Fairness OpinionSão Paulo, Brazil
Visanet
TechnologyFairness Opinion
Fairness OpinionSão Paulo, Brazil
Visanet
TechnologyM&A
M&A Buy-SideSão Paulo, Brazil
Leão Family
Food & BeverageM&A
M&A Sell-SideParaná, Brazil
Usina Mandu
AgribusinessFairness Opinion
Fairness OpinionSão Paulo, Brazil
Renner Sayerlack
IndustrialsM&A
M&A Sell-SideRio Grande do Sul, Brazil
Visanet
TechnologyM&A
M&A Buy-SideSão Paulo, Brazil
Banco Fibra
Business ServicesM&A
M&A Sell-SideSão Paulo, Brazil
Rohr
Business ServicesFairness Opinion
Fairness OpinionSão Paulo, Brazil
Rio Minas Energia
EnergyM&A
M&A Buy-SideRio de Janeiro, Brazil
Coteminas
IndustrialsM&A
MergerBrazil and the United States
Sabará
HealthcareFairness Opinion
Fairness OpinionSão Paulo, Brazil
Private Investors
HealthcareM&A
M&A Buy-SideSão Paulo, Brazil
Steinbruch Family
IndustrialsM&A
M&A Buy-SideSão Paulo, Brazil
Mayne Pharma
PharmaceuticalsM&A
M&A Sell-SideRio de Janeiro, Brazil
Método Engenharia
Business ServicesFinancial Restructuring
Financial RestructuringSão Paulo, Brazil
Baxter
HealthcareM&A
M&A Sell-SideSão Paulo, Brazil
AG Telecom
TelecommunicationsFairness Opinion
Fairness OpinionSão Paulo, Brazil
ABOUT US
Designed to be
Independent
Arsenal is an independent corporate finance advisory firm specializing in mergers and acquisitions, capital solutions and corporate governance. We provide objective, senior-level advice tailored to each client's strategic and financial objectives.
Since 2001, Arsenal has completed more than 70 transactions with an aggregate transaction value exceeding BRL 70 billion and has advised on more than BRL 5 billion of restructured debt.
We provide senior-level attention regardless of the size or nature of the transaction. Our lean structure brings agility to decision-making and keeps us close to every client.
Complete Independence
Our independent ownership structure supports objective advice focused on our clients' strategic and financial objectives.
Senior-Level Attention
Partners are directly involved in every engagement, from inception through closing.
No Conflicts of Interest
Independent advice, strict confidentiality and disciplined execution throughout every engagement.
Lasting Relationships
Long-term relationships built on trust, discretion and consistent delivery.
Complete Independence
Our independent ownership structure supports objective advice focused on our clients' strategic and financial objectives.
Senior-Level Attention
Partners are directly involved in every engagement, from inception through closing.
No Conflicts of Interest
Independent advice, strict confidentiality and disciplined execution throughout every engagement.
Lasting Relationships
Long-term relationships built on trust, discretion and consistent delivery.
OUR TRACK RECORD
Building value over time
A journey marked by significant transactions, relationships built on trust and an unwavering commitment to excellence in execution.
2001
Foundation
BPW (Bassini Playfair Wright) was founded with two business lines: Private Equity and Wealth Management.
2002
Expansion
The corporate finance practice was established, covering mergers and acquisitions and corporate governance.
2006
Reorganization
The firm was reorganized and rebranded as Arsenal, with a renewed focus on mergers and acquisitions and wealth management.
2009
Focus
The wealth management business was spun off (later merged into Gávea). Arsenal began focusing exclusively on mergers and acquisitions, capital solutions and corporate governance.
2025
Established Platform
Today, Arsenal is an established independent corporate finance advisory firm, with more than 70 completed transactions and an aggregate transaction value of approximately BRL 70 billion.
WHAT SETS US APART
Excellence in every decision
Our approach combines experience, analytical rigor and senior-level judgment to deliver strategic and financial advice focused on preserving and creating value.
Senior, dedicated attention
Independent structure, free of conflicts of interest
Lean, senior-led teams with efficient decision-making
Sophisticated debt and equity solutions
Direct access to strategic and financial investors
Disciplined focus on execution and value preservation