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When was ANTARES DIFFUSION acquired by UI INVESTISSEMENT?

ANTARES DIFFUSION was acquired by UI INVESTISSEMENT in 2024.

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11/2024

ANTARES DIFFUSION acquired by UI INVESTISSEMENT

FRANCE Automotive / Retail & Services / Aftermarket & Repair REV 10M - 30M EUR

Context

UI Investissement and Rhone-Alpes PME (Siparex/Caisse d'Epargne) took a majority stake (50-60%) in Antares Diffusion. The deal organizes the transition of the CEO who moves to a Chairman role, while key managers enter the capital. The strategy focuses on buy-and-build acquisitions in the energy and audiovisual niche for leisure vehicles.

ANTARES DIFFUSION, which reported an EBITDA margin of LOGIN in 2023, is valued in this transaction at an EV/EBITDA multiple of LOGIN, a level to compare with the average currently observed in the Industry & Manufacturing sector (11.2x).

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Target

A specialized distributor of accessories for vans and motorhomes. The company focuses on energy autonomy (solar panels, heating systems) and audiovisual equipment (satellites, TVs), serving the growing "Van Life" and outdoor hospitality market.

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Revenue range: 10M - 30M EUR

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Target: antares diffusion

Acquirer: ui investissement