mynth
← DATABASE
05/2026

HERMES TRANSPORTES BLINDADOS

Acquired by

LOOMIS

PERU Facility Management / Maintenance / Security & Guarding EV 3b - 100b SEK

Context

Loomis AB has agreed to acquire a controlling stake in Hermes Transportes Blindados, marking Loomis's strategic entry into the Peruvian market. This transaction represents the largest acquisition in Loomis's history, underscoring its commitment to expanding its footprint in Latin America, which the company has identified as a priority region for external growth. The rationale for the acquisition is heavily based on the attractive characteristics of the Peruvian market, which exhibits one of the fastest economic growth rates in the region, a stable macroeconomic environment, and a high prevalence of cash usage. Loomis anticipates that the integration of Hermes will be immediately accretive to its operating income and earnings per share. Strategically, the acquisition is expected to facilitate growth within the small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) segment, accelerate the development of automated cash-handling solutions, and generate significant synergies, particularly within the mining sector. For the seller, CVC Capital Partners, the transaction constitutes a full exit from its investment after a six-year partnership during which Hermes expanded its service offerings and strengthened its market leadership position.

HERMES TRANSPORTES BLINDADOS, which reported an EBITDA margin of LOGIN in 2025, is valued in this transaction at an EV/EBITDA multiple of LOGIN, representing a LOGIN to the average currently observed in the Business Services sector (11.1x).

Note that this data is based on contribution from our growing community, composed of M&A and Private Equity professionals, and has been verified by our team to ensure its accuracy.

-> Deep-dive in Business Services market trends

Target

Hermes Transportes Blindados S.A. is a leading provider of cash management and secure logistics services in Peru. Founded in 1985, the company offers a comprehensive suite of solutions designed to manage and protect high-value assets for its clients. Its core services include the secure transport, processing, storage, and custody of valuables such as cash, precious metals, and high-value minerals. Additionally, Hermes provides specialized services including ATM management and comprehensive collection services. The company serves a diverse client base of approximately 1,000 entities across various key sectors of the Peruvian economy, including financial institutions, retail chains, governmental agencies, and industrial and mining corporations. Headquartered in Lima, Hermes operates an extensive national network with 19 branches strategically located across the country, ensuring broad coverage and efficient service delivery. The organization employs a workforce of around 3,200 people nationwide. Hermes is a publicly listed company on the Lima Stock Exchange, reflecting its significant presence and established reputation within the national market for secure logistics and value management.

Ent. Value

LOGIN

Equity Value

LOGIN

Multiples

EV / Revenue

LOGIN

EV / EBITDA

LOGIN

EV / EBIT

LOGIN

Historical Financials (SEK)

Year
Rev
EBITDA
EBIT
2025
LOGIN
LOGIN
LOGIN
2024
LOGIN
LOGIN
LOGIN

Other operations with HERMES TRANSPORTES BLINDADOS

REFERENCES

Valuation range: EV 3b - 100b SEK

Revenue range: 750M - 1.3b SEK

EBITDA range: 450M - 900M SEK

Note: This page provides detailed data on a private equity M&A transaction. Detailed and exact financial metrics for the acquisition of HERMES TRANSPORTES BLINDADOS by LOOMIS are reserved for mynth community members. Register for free to unlock full data.

Authors: mynth contributor (mynth data is contributed by M&A / PE professionals and systematically cross-verified with private deal documents and official press releases).

Target: hermes transportes blindados

Acquirer: loomis