2008 Annual Report - The Carlyle Group

“Transics is an outstanding example of a company that deliversexceptional growth through innovation and excellence in execution.Thanks to our sector expertise and rapid decision making, we havebeen solid partners for the management team. We are also proud tohave contributed to value creation during our ownership period byhelping Transics complete a successful acquisition.”Vladimir LasockiManaging DirectorCarlyle Europe Technology Partnersinvestment Portfolio profileWorking to expand a company’s leadershipOver the last two years, Carlyle Europe Technology Partnersactively worked with Transics’ senior management to expandthe company’s market share across Europe. Today, Transics,a pioneer in the development of total fleet management solutionsfor the transport and logistics sector, is a market leaderin its field. Its high-end fleet management solutions areinstalled on more than 57,700 vehicles in over 950 transportcompanies in 23 countries across Europe. Transics’ solutionsenable transport companies to take their business and34 The Carlyle Group 2008