When was H B CLARK acquired by KITWAVE GROUP?

H B CLARK was acquired by KITWAVE GROUP in 2016.

What was the revenue of H B CLARK at the time of the deal?

The revenue of H B CLARK at the time of the deal is estimated to be in the range of 50M - 100M GBP.

How is the data for the H B CLARK acquisition sourced and is it reliable?

Mynth data is contributed by a professional community of M&A and Private Equity experts. Each transaction, including the H B CLARK deal, is systematically cross-verified by our team using private deal documents and official sources. You can also find the official press release for this transaction here: https://www.kitwave.co.uk/kitwave-wholesale-group-expands-alcohol-offering-with-acquisition-of-h-b-clark/

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09/2016

H B CLARK acquired by KITWAVE GROUP

UNITED KINGDOM B2B Specialized Distribution REV 50M - 100M GBP

Context

The acquisition of the H B Clark by Kitwave signifies a major categorical advancement for the group’s Northern division. The strategic logic of this transaction hinges on a "sector-diversification" maneuver, merging the target’s technical operational depth in the alcoholic beverage market with the acquirer’s established logistics framework and national scale. This structural alignment provides the combined entity with the logistical hardware and category-specific talent necessary to address the increasing demand for consolidated supply solutions in the on-trade hospitality sector.

H B CLARK, which reported an EBITDA margin of in 2015, is valued in this transaction at an EV/EBITDA multiple of , a level to compare with the average currently observed in the Business Services sector (11.4x).

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Target

H B Clark is a Drinks Wholesale company based in the United Kingdom, specializing in the technical distribution of alcoholic and soft beverages to the on-trade sector. The organization operates as a high-fidelity partner for bars, pubs, and restaurants, prioritizing a "quality delivered solution" that encompasses a vast portfolio of established brands alongside its own proprietary craft ale production. Its strategy is anchored in maintaining deep-rooted regional expertise and strong supplier relationships to ensure high-frequency fulfillment across Northern England.

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Revenue range: 50M - 100M GBP

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Acquirer: kitwave group