M&A Deal Summary

Unigrains and DeA Capital Acquire Naming

On June 6, 2024, private equity firm Unigrains and asset manager DeA Capital acquired food company Naming from Talde Private Equity

Acquisition Highlights
  • This is Unigrains’ 11th and DeA Capital’s 6th transaction in the Food sector.
  • This is Unigrains’ 4th and DeA Capital’s 4th transaction in Spain.

M&A Deal Summary

Date 2024-06-06
Target Naming
Sector Food
Buyer(s) Unigrains
DeA Capital
Sellers(s) Talde Private Equity
Deal Type Secondary Buyout

Target

Naming

Mallen, Spain
Naming specializes in the production of fresh, ready-to-eat sandwiches, wraps, and snacks. Naming was founded in 1990 and is based in Mallen, Spain.

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Buyer(S) 2

Buyer

Unigrains

Investor Investor Investor Investor Investor


Category Private Equity Firm
Founded 1963
PE ASSETS 1.2B EUR
Size Large
Type Sector Focused
DESCRIPTION

Unigrains is a private investment group focused on the agri-food and agro-industry sectors. The Firm looks to commit €2 to €100 million for minority positions in Western European companies. Unigrains will consider companies at all stages and looks for opportunities where it can assist with growth and other strategies. Unigrains was established in 1963 and is headquartered in Paris.


DEAL STATS #
Overall 32 of 37
Sector: Food M&A 11 of 13
Type: Secondary Buyout M&A Deals 7 of 7
Country: Spain M&A 4 of 4
Year: 2024 M&A 1 of 5
PREVIOUS DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2023-12-20 C.E.E. R Schisler Packaging Solutions

Cedex, France

C.E.E. R Schisler Packaging Solutions engages in design and manufacture of environmentally friendly packaging (paper and cardboard) adapted to new consumer uses. C.E.E. R Schisler Packaging Solutions was founded in 1950 and is based in Cedex, France.

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FOLLOWING DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2024-07-18 Labelys Group

Paris, France

Labelys Group designs, prints and distributes premium auto-adhesive labels used in various end-markets. Labelys Group is based in Paris, France.

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Buyer

DeA Capital

Investor Investor Investor Investor Investor


Category Asset Manager
Founded 2006
PE ASSETS 6.0B EUR
Size Mega
Type Sector Agnostic
DESCRIPTION

DeA Capital Alternative Funds SGR is an Italian alternative investment group focused on fund-of-funds and direct co-investment opportunities. The Firm considers opportunities throughout North America and Europe. DeA Capital Alternative Funds was established in 2006 and is headquartered in Milan.


DEAL STATS #
Overall 31 of 34
Sector: Food M&A 6 of 6
Type: Secondary Buyout M&A Deals 3 of 3
Country: Spain M&A 4 of 4
Year: 2024 M&A 4 of 6
PREVIOUS DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2024-06-04 Romar Care Group

Valencia, Spain

Romar Care Group is a manufacture and distribution of high quality body & hair care products, household cleaning products, insecticides and air fresheners. Romar Care Group was founded in 1968 and is based in Valencia, Spain.

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FOLLOWING DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2024-06-27 SPO Zentrum

Sesto Fiorentino, Italy

SPO Zentrum is a food distribution company that specializes in the cultivation, packaging, and distribution of fruits and vegetables especially citrus, tomatoes and other Sicilian produce. The Company operates a vertically integrated supply chain spanning from farming (citrus groves and tomato greenhouses) to processing and distribution, serving retail and wholesale customers. SPO Zentrum was founded in 1970 and is based in Sesto Fiorentino, Italy.

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Seller(S) 1

SELLER

Talde Private Equity

Investor Investor Investor Investor Investor


Category Private Equity Firm
Founded 1976
PE ASSETS 170M EUR
Size Small
Type Sector Agnostic
DESCRIPTION

Talde Private Equity is a private equity firm that targets investments in small to medium-sized businesses throughout Spain. The Firm seeks companies with €20 to €100 million where it can commit €6 to €20 million for growth initiatives or opportunities for consolidation. Talde does not have any sector preferences however, the Firm will not invest in real estate or provide project financing. Talde Private Equity was formed in 1976 and is headquartered in Bilbao, Spain.


DEAL STATS #
Overall 1 of 2
Sector: Food M&A 1 of 1
Type: Secondary Buyout M&A Deals 1 of 1
Country: Spain M&A 1 of 2
Year: 2024 M&A 1 of 2
PREVIOUS DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2024-03-12 Plymouth Rubber Group

O Porrino, Spain

Plymouth Rubber Group is a manufacturer and supplier of rubber and vinyl products to a broad range of markets, including the electrical supply industry, utilities, automotive and other original equipment manufacturers and highway striping contractors. Plymouth Rubber Group is based in O Porrino, Spain.

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FOLLOWING DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2024-11-07 Discarlux

Madrid, Spain

Discarlux is a provider of the processing and distribution of premium beef cuts. Discarlux is based in Madrid, Spain.

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