Buyout (LBO, MBO, MBI) • Manufacturing

Wagram Acquires Kars & Co B.V.

On January 1, 2006, private equity firm Wagram acquired manufacturer Kars & Co B.V.

Acquisition Context
  • This is Wagram’s 3rd transaction in the Manufacturing sector.
  • This is Wagram’s 12th transaction in the Netherlands.

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M&A Deal Summary

Date January 1, 2006
Target Kars & Co B.V.
Sector Manufacturing
Buyer(s) Wagram
Deal Type Buyout (LBO, MBO, MBI)

Target Company

Kars & Co B.V.

Ochten, Netherlands
Kars & Co. is an international wholesaler of craft and hobby products based in Ochten, the Netherlands.
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Buyer Overview 1

Buyer

Wagram

Voorhout, Netherlands

Category Private Equity Firm
Founded 1996
Size Small
Type Sector Agnostic
DESCRIPTION

Wagram Equity Partners BV is a private investment firm specializing in turnarounds, MBOs, MBIs, carve-outs and expansion financings. The Firm targets middle-market companies located primarily in the Netherlands, as well as select opportunities in France. Wagram seeks to hold majority positions. Wagram Equity Partners BV was formed in 1996 and is based in Voorhout.


Deal Context for Buyer #
Overall 15 of 21
Sector: Manufacturing 3 of 3
Type: Buyout (LBO, MBO, MBI) 11 of 12
Country: Netherlands 12 of 18
Year: 2006 4 of 4
PREVIOUS DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2006-01-01 Zurel Group B.V

Aalsmeer, Netherlands

Zurel is a leading player in the international cut flowers and potted plants market. Zurel is strong in high quality products and efficient logistical solutions. The head office is located in the world’s largest flower and plant auction complex in Aalsmeer. Over an area of approximately 25,000 m2, Zurel imports from and exports to some 60 countries. The company has a turnover of € 120 million and 160 employees.

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FOLLOWING DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2007-12-21 Boertiengroep BV

Naarden, Netherlands

Boertiengroep is an expert in learning and development. Boertien offers all disciplines for successful organizational or individual development. The surprising and dynamic approach helps people and organizations change and grow. At Boertien they call it: “The Art of Development”

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