Selected M&A transactions by ONEtoONE

Advice on sale

ONEtoONE has advised our client, Bolsas Castresana, on its sale to Chimiget. Bolsas Castresana creates high quality, 100% recyclable bags with the aim of fulfilling the packaging needs of the industrial and distribution sector. Starting its activity in 1990, Bolsas Castresana has since grown to become the sector leader of the northern half of Spain thanks to continuous improvement, state-of-the-art machinery and a highly qualified team. Chimiget is a French, family run, speciality chemicals group that develops its design and manufacturing skills in fields such as detergents, disinfectants, paints, pesticides and aerosols. TheChimiget group has made innovation a key part of its development, alongside compliance with European REACH and biocides regulations. The sale of Bolsas Castresana will support Chimiget´s goals for entry into the Spanish market, taking advantage of the positioning and quality of the products of Bolsas Castresana.

Advice on sale

ONEtoONE has advised Grau Zero on its sale to Plan-C Technologies. Grau Zero Lda. has over 40 years of experience operating in the special technical installations market, developing projects and installations of heating systems, ventilation and air conditioning, building maintenance and adjacent outdoor areas. Grau Zero is also active in the renewable energy sector. It provides engineering projects and solutions, from system installation and commissioning to technical support and general maintenance services. Plan-C Technologies is a company that has recently entered the Portuguese market, with several years of experience across Europe in countries such as France, Switzerland, and Germany. It focuses on efficient solutions for home automation and security. Their services include electrical, security, climate control, and home, business, and industrial automation installations. Plan-C Technologies also provides installation and Maintenance services in the renewable energy sector, particularly photovoltaic energy.

Advice on sale

GLM COMMERCE has incorporated into its shareholding the investor Fábricas Folch. GLM COMMERCE is one of the leading retailers of equipment and accessories for the practice of off-road motorbike sports, based in Spain. 95% of its sales are through the online channel using its website GreenlandMX.com and more than 50% of these operations are destined for the surrounding European countries and the rest of the world.

Advice on sale

ONEtoONE Corporate Finance is pleased to announce that our client Galtier Franco Iberica S.A., has been acquired by EUROVAL - Sociedad de Tasación. Galtier is a company that provides valuation services for all types of assets, mainly Industrial, being pioneers in developing this type of work in Spain. EUROVAL - Sociedad de Tasación, founded in 1990, is a leading valuation company in Spain. Its qualified and experienced team uses a standardized methodology to provide accurate and timely valuations and reports, with a firm commitment to offer a fast and reliable service. In recent years, EUROVAL - Sociedad de Tasación has been developing an intense process of technological and process renewal, supported by Data and artificial intelligence in order to continue growing organically to improve its quality and consolidate its market.

Advice on sale

We are happy to announce that our client, Dock Four, has been acquired by QbiQ Wall Systems, part of Indutrade AB. Dock Four produces a modular system that turns a wall into an integral part of the interior and gives designers a tool that enables them to stay in control of their interior designs. Qbiq Wall Systems is a developer and manufacturer of movable fireproof, sound-reducing and normal partition walls. Indutrade AB is a Swedish industrial group that sells and distributes high-tech components and systems through a wide range of subsidiaries. Dock Four will be a new product for Qbiq, which sees a lot of potential growth with Dock Four in the group.

Advice on sale

ONEtoONE Corporate Finance has advised Ikê Assistência Brasil in its acquisition by Maxpar Servicos Automotivos. Ikê Assistência Brasil is one of the leading personal assistance services and process outsourcing (“BPO”) companies in Latin America. Ikê Assistência Brasil expanded its operation to Brazil in 2006 and since then has been dedicated to exceeding the expectations of its clients, providing a humanized and meaningful service to the most diverse daily problems and emergency situations. The company has a wide range of services, with Residential, Automobile, Funeral and Help Desk as its main lines of services, in addition to having more than 9 thousand services partners throughout Brazil. Maxpar Servicos Automotivos, a company of the Autoglass - Brasil group, is one of the main service providers for insurance companies in the coverage and assistance of glass and automotive parts, in addition to auto body repair. As part of the Autoglass - Brasil group, Maxpar is able to be present in all Brazilian regions through Autoglass' own stores. With the acquisition, Ikê Assistência Brasil will strengthen Maxpar's operation, adding new solutions, and improving the service to Brazilian and international clients.

Advice on buying

ONEtoONE is happy to announce that our client Saint-Gobain has acquired the company Premezclados Uruguay along with its brand URUMIX. Saint-Gobain is one of the 100 largest industrial groups in the world. Premezclados Uruguay S.A, through its URUMIX brand, is one of the leading brands in the industrial mortars and chemicals market in Uruguay. Thanks to this acquisition, Saint-Gobain is able to consolidate its regional leadership in this sector, thus increasing its geographical presence and serving as a platform for marketing multiple construction solutions within the group.

Private Placement

ONEtoONE Corporate Finance has acted as the financial advisor for our client, Fietsen Wildiers, in its 5 million euro investment from Welvaartsfonds. With this investment, Fietsen Wildiers will be able to meet demands for scalability, associated working capital and large inventories and continue its rapid growth following the COVID-19 pandemic. They aim to position themselves as one of the top 4-5 major players in Belgium. Fietsen Wildiers is a rapidly growing Flemish family bicycle retailer, tracing its history back to 1937. With a dedicated team of 100 employees, they offer full-service solutions from sales to aftercare, both for private customers and businesses seeking customized leasing options. Welvaartsfonds represents a collective commitment from the private and public sectors to continue building economic recovery. They aim to return the Flemish economy to its pre-pandemic levels, addressing potential solvency issues of Flemish companies caused by the crisis. Several major entities, including the Flemish government, have pledged resources to expedite the economic recovery.

Advice on buying

ONEtoONE Corporate Finance has advised our client, Groupe EDH, on the acquisition of Creanavarra. Groupe EDH is a French higher education group and has been a leader in the fields of communication, artistic and cultural management, film, 3D film animation, journalism, graphic design, digital arts, advertising creation, architecture, fashion and web development for over 62 years. The Groupe EDH schools provide undergraduate and postgraduate degrees to 15.000 students within 40 campuses in 5 different countries. Creanavarra is a leading higher education institution specialized in graphic design, fashion design and interior design. It has a strong brand recognition, a high-value pedagogical offer and a high employment rate. The acquisition of Creanavarra is perfect match for Groupe EDH as they share the same focus on creativity and design. Groupe EDH´s acquisition will ensure a bright future for Creanavarra and will allow the company to reach its next phase of development.

Advice on buying

ONEtoONE is happy to announce that our client, Orsero Group, has acquired Blampin Fruit Imports S.A.S. The Orsero Group is a leading distributor of premium fresh fruit and vegetables in Mediterranean Europe, offering over 750,000 tonnes of products from a carefully selected network of suppliers. They manage every aspect of the supply chain, from sourcing to marketing. The Blampin family, founded in 1902, is a group of 10 companies specialised in the distribution of fruit and vegetables. With over a century of experience in the industry, they have established themselves as a trusted name throughout France.

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