GROUPE BARTOLAC acquired by ARKEA CAPITAL
Context
Arkea Capital acquired a 20% stake in Bartolac, marking the first time the family-owned group has opened its capital to an outside investor. The transaction facilitates the financial exit of the founding generation while supporting the second generation (Planeix family). The capital injection is intended to accelerate organic growth (targeting 7-12% annually) and fund strategic acquisitions in Europe and Asia.
GROUPE BARTOLAC, which reported an EBITDA margin of in 2025, is valued in this transaction at an EV/EBITDA multiple of , a level to compare with the average currently observed in the Industry & Manufacturing sector (11.6x).
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A family-owned manufacturer of technical and Corporate paints. Bartolac specializes in high-performance coatings for specific B2B sectors, including agricultural machinery, foundries, and glassware. The group operates its own production facilities and serves both domestic and international markets.
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Revenue range: 5M - 25M EUR
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Acquirer: arkea capital