EXCELYA acquired by EURAZEO
Context
The management team of Excelya selected Eurazeo to invest as a minority partner with a ticket composed of a mix of equity (capped at 20%) and quasi-equity instruments, alongside a senior debt package. The transaction facilitated a partial liquidity event for the co-founding partner, who remains a minority shareholder, while providing the company with substantial firepower to pursue further international acquisitions. This partnership aims to consolidate Excelya's position as the leading independent CRO in Europe by targeting mid-sized acquisitions that complement its geographical footprint and therapeutic expertise.
EXCELYA, which reported an EBITDA margin of LOGIN in 2024, is valued in this transaction at an EV/EBITDA multiple of LOGIN, a level to compare with the average currently observed in the Healthcare & Pharma sector (14.8x).
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Target
Excelya is an independent Contract Research Organization (CRO) that provides outsourced R&D services to the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device industries. The company manages clinical trials from Phase I to Phase IV, offering a full range of services including regulatory affairs, data management, medical writing, and safety monitoring. Excelya has grown exponentially since its inception, positioning itself as a leading partner for mid-sized European laboratories that require agile and personalized support compared to global giants.
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Revenue range: 50M - 100M EUR
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Acquirer: eurazeo