GOODLIFE FOODS acquired by IK PARTNERS
Context
IK Partners has agreed to acquire a majority stake in GoodLife Foods from Egeria. Egeria, along with the management team, will reinvest for a minority stake. During Egeria's ownership (2014-2023), the company transformed from a local Dutch player (Izico) into a European platform. IK's investment thesis focuses on further international expansion and accelerating the shift towards plant-based products.
Previously, Goodlife Foods had been acquired in an LBO by Egeria in 2014.
GOODLIFE FOODS, which reported an EBITDA margin of in 2023, is valued in this transaction at an EV/EBITDA multiple of , a level to compare with the average currently observed in the AgriFood sector (10.7x).
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Target
Headquartered in Breda, GoodLife Foods is a leading European manufacturer of frozen snacks. The company produces a wide range of products including frikadellen, spring rolls, hamburgers, and meat-free snacks. It operates under brands like Beckers, Bicky, Daloon, and GoodLife, while also being a major private label partner for retailers across Europe. At the time of exit, it had ~740 FTEs and 6 production plants.
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| Date | Acquirer | Target | Country | Sector |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/2014 | EGERIA | GOODLIFE FOODS | NETHERLANDS | Food Products |
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Revenue range: 250M - 500M EUR
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Acquirer: ik partners