At what enterprise value was CLASQUIN acquired in 2025?

During the acquisition of CLASQUIN by MEDITERRANEAN SHIPPING COMPANY (MSC) in 2025, the company was valued at an estimated revenue multiple of below 5x. The transaction's Enterprise Value is estimated to be in the range of 300M - 700M EUR. By registering for free, you get access to complete and exact transaction details including enterprise value, revenue, and EBITDA. Additionally, our database shows that the Business Services industry currently tracks an average EBITDA multiple of 11.3x, providing a valuable benchmark for this transaction.

What was the EV/EBITDA of CLASQUIN when it was acquired by MEDITERRANEAN SHIPPING COMPANY (MSC)?

The estimated EV/EBITDA multiple for CLASQUIN is in the range of 10x - 18x. For comparison, the Business Services sector currently shows an average EBITDA multiple of 11.3x. Join our community for free to access full valuation data and industry trends.

What was the revenue of CLASQUIN at the time of the deal?

The revenue of CLASQUIN at the time of the deal is estimated to be in the range of 450M - 900M EUR. Register for free to access the full transaction report and exact valuation multiples.

What was the EBITDA of CLASQUIN during the acquisition?

CLASQUIN's EBITDA is estimated to be in the range of 25M - 50M EUR. Join our community for free to access complete and exact deal data.

What is Enterprise Value (EV)?

Enterprise Value (EV) is a measure of a company's total value, often used as a more comprehensive alternative to equity market capitalization. EV includes in its calculation the market capitalization of a company but also short-term and long-term debt as well as any cash on the company's balance sheet.

What is the EV/EBITDA multiple and why is it used?

The EV/EBITDA multiple is a financial ratio that compares a company's Enterprise Value (EV) to its Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization (EBITDA). It is widely used in M&A and valuation because it allows for comparisons between companies with different capital structures and provides a clear view of operational profitability.

How is the data for the CLASQUIN acquisition sourced and is it reliable?

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01/2025

CLASQUIN acquired by MEDITERRANEAN SHIPPING COMPANY (MSC)

FRANCE Transport & Logistics / Logistics / Freight Forwarding EV 300M - 700M EUR

Context

MSC acquired a 97.5% controlling stake in Clasquin through a public tender offer (OPA). The transaction includes the 42% stake held by founder Yves Revol and shares held by employees. By exceeding the 90% ownership threshold, MSC has initiated the squeeze-out process to delist Clasquin from the Paris stock exchange. The company will be integrated into MSC's service-engineering branch, Shipping Agencies Services (SAS), based in Luxembourg.

CLASQUIN, which reported an EBITDA margin of in 2024, is valued in this transaction at an EV/EBITDA multiple of , representing a to the average currently observed in the Business Services sector (11.3x).

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Target

Clasquin is a French mid-cap (ETI) specializing in international freight forwarding and overseas logistics. The group manages complex transport flows (Air, Sea, and Road) between Europe and the rest of the world, particularly Asia. With 1,600 employees, the company acts as an architect of the supply chain, providing high-value engineering services and digital tracking for international shipments.

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Valuation range: EV 300M - 700M EUR

Revenue range: 450M - 900M EUR

EBITDA range: 25M - 50M EUR

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