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EQT exploring sale options for Independent Vetcare Group

EQT acquired a 78% stake in the fast-growing UK-based veterinary business in 2014. Independent Vetcare Group currently owns and operates over 500 clinics across Europe and posted £18.6m EBITDA in 2016.

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