M&A Deal Summary

MKB Fonds Acquires Copar

On April 26, 2022, private equity firm MKB Fonds acquired distribution company Copar

Acquisition Highlights
  • This is MKB Fonds’ 3rd transaction in the Distribution sector.
  • This is MKB Fonds’ 15th transaction in the Netherlands.

M&A Deal Summary

Date 2022-04-26
Target Copar
Sector Distribution
Buyer(s) MKB Fonds
Deal Type Buyout (LBO, MBO, MBI)

Target

Copar

Raamsdonksveer, Netherlands
Copar is active in sales, marketing and distribution of confectionery and enjoys the trust of well-known national and international customers and suppliers. Copar is known for its own brands Candyman, Italiano, Gaper and RANG and is also a full-service provider of well-known international brands in the Netherlands such as Reese's and PEZ. Its range consists of sweets, chocolate, chewing gum, lollipops, ice cream, licorice and seasonal products. Copar was founded in 2007 and is based in Raamsdonksveer, Netherlands.

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Buyer

MKB Fonds

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Category Private Equity Firm
Founded 2011
PE ASSETS 55M EUR
Size Small
Type Sector Focused
DESCRIPTION

MKB Fonds is a private equity firm focused on investments in small and medium-sized Dutch family companies. The Firm seeks established and profitable businesses in the distribution and business services sectors. Potential companies are typically profitable, with at least €500K in EBITDA. MKB Fonds does not invest in start-ups, real estate, catering, agriculture or construction. MKB Fonds was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in Amsterdam, the Netherlands.


DEAL STATS #
Overall 15 of 18
Sector: Distribution M&A 3 of 5
Type: Buyout (LBO, MBO, MBI) M&A Deals 11 of 14
Country: Netherlands M&A 15 of 18
Year: 2022 M&A 3 of 4
PREVIOUS DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
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Alkmaar, Netherlands

Square Four is a service provider specializing in the real estate management of commercial real estate, such as offices and logistics real estate. Square Four distinguishes itself by maintaining a high service standard, which enables it to retain customers for a long time. Square Four was founded in 2012 and is based in Alkmaar, Netherlands.

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FOLLOWING DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2022-05-16 VLH Welding Group

Hapert, Netherlands

VLH Welding Group is a supplier in welding technology, with a sales area throughout the Netherlands and Belgium. The company supplies a wide range of products, from welding equipment and consumables to the installation of complete welding cabins. VLH Welding Group was founded in 1989 and is based in Hapert, Netherlands.

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