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When was ITALCATENE acquired by AMF GROUP?

ITALCATENE was acquired by AMF GROUP in 2022.

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06/2022

ITALCATENE acquired by AMF GROUP

ITALY Luxury Goods / Luxury Supply Chain REV 5M - 25M EUR

Context

The transaction involves the acquisition of a majority stake in Italcatene by AMF Group, a portfolio company of Alpha Private Equity. The founding Tozzi family will retain a minority interest and continue to lead the operational management of the business in coordination with the AMF leadership team. This acquisition represents a strategic horizontal integration for AMF, allowing the group to add specialized chain manufacturing to its existing portfolio of luxury accessories like buttons and fasteners. The rationale is driven by the ongoing consolidation trend in the Italian luxury supply chain, where scale is becoming increasingly vital to meet the rigorous sustainability and volume demands of global luxury conglomerates. By integrating Italcatene, AMF expands its technical capabilities into new product categories while leveraging its established commercial network to scale Italcatene's market reach. The partnership is expected to generate significant industrial synergies by combining AMF's technological expertise in metal injection molding with Italcatene's specialized finishing and chain production techniques.

ITALCATENE, which reported an EBITDA margin of LOGIN in 2021, is valued in this transaction at an EV/EBITDA multiple of LOGIN, a level to compare with the average currently observed in the Retail & Consumer sector (11.0x).

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Target

Italcatene operates as a specialized manufacturer of high end metal chains catering specifically to the global luxury and fashion industries. Founded in 1987, the company has established itself as a center of excellence in the Arezzo gold and jewelry district, focusing on the production of technical and decorative chains used for handbags, footwear, and apparel. The business model is built on a deep vertical integration of metallurgical craftsmanship, combining traditional Italian goldsmithing techniques with modern industrial processes. The company provides bespoke solutions to top tier international maisons, ensuring high quality standards in finishing, durability, and aesthetic precision. Its operations include Italcatene spa and Italfinish srl, allowing it to manage the entire production cycle from the raw wire to the final galvanized or treated component. This specialization makes the firm a critical tier 1 supplier for luxury brands that require consistent quality and rapid prototyping for seasonal collections.

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