Alliance Etiquettes has finalized a transformative transaction by integrating Groupe Etienne, a significant competitor based in the Loire Valley. This deal represents a major milestone in the consolidation of the French label market. By combining Alliance Etiquettes' existing operations with Groupe Etienne's six production sites, the new entity becomes the undisputed French leader in wine labels. Under the terms of the agreement, Activa Capital remains the majority shareholder with 60% of the new entity, while the management teams of both Alliance Etiquettes and Groupe Etienne hold the remaining 40%. The financial investors previously backing Groupe Etienne (LT Capital, Sodero Gestion, Alliance Entreprendre) have fully exited their positions.

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