Dainese, the Italian specialist in protective wear for sports and motorcycling bought by Investcorp last November, posted a sales increase of 9 percent last year to €127.9 million. The operating income before amortization (Ebitda) rose by 47 percent to €12.8 million. The net result moved from a loss of €1.8 million in 2013 to a net profit of €0.3 million in 2014. According to Italian newspaper, La Tribuna di Treviso, Dainese plans to expand its business especially across North America and Northern Europe, Japan and Australia, as well as in emerging economies, notably in Asia. The company already has offices in California, France, Germany, England and Hong Kong, and a factory in Tunisia. It operates 20 shops and has 66 franchises.

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