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06/2013

ANTELLIQ acquired by BC PARTNERS

FRANCE Life Sciences / Animal Health EV 1b - 4b EUR

Context

BC Partners has successfully finalized the acquisition of a majority stake in the share capital of the target from a UK-based investment trust. This strategic transaction represents a secondary leveraged buyout designed to accelerate the organization’s shift toward electronic identification and digital monitoring technologies. The strategic rationale for the move centers on the acquirer's objective to capitalize on the increasing global adoption of mandatory livestock traceability and the rising demand for sophisticated animal intelligence solutions.

ANTELLIQ, which reported an EBITDA margin of in 2012, is valued in this transaction at an EV/EBITDA multiple of , a level to compare with the average currently observed in the Healthcare & Pharma sector (15.6x).

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Target

Antelliq is a specialized technology organization dedicated to the development and deployment of digital identification, traceability, and monitoring solutions for animals. The entity’s business model focuses on providing high-precision hardware and data analytics to facilitate the management of livestock and companion animals. Its value proposition is anchored in enhancing animal welfare and productivity through real-time health and behavioral insights. Strategically, the firm operates at the intersection of veterinary science and digital reality, utilizing proprietary sensors and tracking software to provide actionable data for farmers and veterinarians. By maintaining a leadership position in the global animal intelligence market, the organization ensures a mission-critical role in the agricultural supply chain and pet care ecosystems. The entity emphasizes industrialized reliability to address the increasing demand for food safety and personalized animal care.

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Other operations with ANTELLIQ

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Valuation range: EV 1b - 4b EUR

Revenue range: 150M - 250M EUR

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Acquirer: bc partners