M&A Deal Summary

FlixBus Acquires Kamil Koç Otobüsleri A.Ş

On August 22, 2019, FlixBus acquired transportation company Kamil Koç Otobüsleri A.Ş from Actera Group

Acquisition Highlights
  • This is FlixBus’ 4th transaction in the Transportation sector.
  • This is FlixBus’ 1st transaction in Turkey.

M&A Deal Summary

Date 2019-08-22
Target Kamil Koç Otobüsleri A.Ş
Sector Transportation
Buyer(s) FlixBus
Sellers(s) Actera Group
Deal Type Add-on Acquisition

Target

Kamil Koç Otobüsleri A.Ş

Osmangazi, Turkey
Kamil Koç Otobüsleri A.Ş is an intercity bus company, transporting more than 17 million passengers per annum. Kamil Koç Otobüsleri A.Ş was founded in 1926 and is based in Osmangazi, Turkey.

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Buyer(S) 1

Buyer

FlixBus

Munich, Germany

Category Company
Founded 2011
Sector Transportation
DESCRIPTION

FlixBus is a mobility provider, offering new alternatives for convenient, affordable and environmentally friendly travel via the FlixBus, FlixCar and FlixTrain brands. FlixBus is a disruptive, asset-light, tech-enabled global mobility platform offering mid- and long-distance travel in Europe and the US – the company helps over 50 million passengers a year to reach more than 2,000 destinations in over 30 countries. FlixBus was founded in 2011 and is based in Munich, Germany.


DEAL STATS #
Overall 4 of 5
Sector: Transportation M&A 4 of 5
Type: Add-on Acquisition M&A Deals 3 of 3
Country: Turkey M&A 1 of 1
Year: 2019 M&A 1 of 1
PREVIOUS DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2017-05-23 ÖBB-Fernbus

Vienna, Germany

ÖBB-Fernbus GmbH (Hellö) is a provider of transportation services to 25 European cities at a fair price. Hellö – the travel bus for travel lust.

Buy -
FOLLOWING DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2021-10-21 Greyhound Lines

Dallas, Texas, United States

Greyhound Lines is a provider of long-distance bus transportation. Greyhound Lines is based in Dallas, Texas.

Buy $46M

Seller(S) 1

SELLER

Actera Group

Istanbul, Turkey

Investor


Category Private Equity Firm
Founded 2006
PE ASSETS 3.3B USD
Size Large
Type Sector Agnostic
DESCRIPTION

Actera Group is an independent private equity firm focused on investment opportunities throughout Turkey. Actera looks to fund emerging or established businesses in a wide range of industries. Prospective transaction situations can include management buyouts, divestitures, consolidations or growth capital financing. The Firm's primary focus is providing capital to Turkish companies, however Actera will also consider partnering with Turkish businesses on opportunities outside the Country. Actera generally looks to invest in businesses valued greater than $75 million. Actera Capital was established in 2006 and is based in Istanbul.


DEAL STATS #
Overall 3 of 4
Sector: Transportation M&A 1 of 1
Type: Add-on Acquisition M&A Deals 3 of 4
Country: Turkey M&A 3 of 4
Year: 2019 M&A 1 of 1
PREVIOUS DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2017-12-01 Gratis

Istanbul, Turkey

Gratis is the largest beauty and personal care retailer. Gratis offers a wide range of color cosmetics, skincare, haircare, and personal care products, including private label and exclusive brands, at affordable prices, online and at the company’s 664 stores. Gratis is based in Istanbul, Turkey.

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FOLLOWING DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2020-07-24 Vivense

Istanbul, Turkey

Vivense is the major omnichannel disruptor and furniture industry. Vivense offers more than 75,000 SKUs across hard furniture, modular furniture, and living categories including private label and exclusive brands, at affordable prices, online and at the company’s 64 experience-oriented showrooms enhanced with interior designers. Vivense is based in Istanbul, Turkey.

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