Laurent Bakery Group acquired by Bridor

AUSTRALIA Food Processing / Food Products / Bakery / Pastry EV AUD 500M–1.5bn

Context

Marking its entry into the Australian market, BRIDOR has completed the acquisition of Laurent Bakery Group from the private equity firm BGH Capital. The strategic rationale for the deal is the acquisition of a turnkey premium industrial platform in the APAC region, perfectly aligned with Bridor’s "premium-only" global positioning. The deal allows Bridor to instantly control a retail network of 15 stores while gaining access to a massive wholesale distribution channel covering 1,000+ supermarkets. This acquisition follows a successful four-year value creation cycle under BGH Capital and marks the beginning of a new industrial era where Laurent Bakery’s artisanal expertise will be combined with Bridor’s global R&D and manufacturing scale. This move highlights the accelerating consolidation of the global "artisan-at-scale" bakery segment, where global leaders are increasingly acquiring regional icons to secure premium shelf space and high-end hospitality contracts.

In the past, Laurent Bakery Group was acquired by BGH Capital in 2021 as part of its expansion strategy.

Laurent Bakery Group, which reported an EBITDA margin of [members only] in 2024, is valued in this transaction at an EV/EBITDA multiple of [members only].

-> Deep-dive in AgriFood market trends

Target

Founded in 1993 by French-born baker Laurent Boillon, Laurent Bakery is a premium Australian institution specializing in French-inspired sourdough breads, cakes, and pastries. The group operates a hybrid business model comprising a network of 15 high-end retail boutiques across Melbourne and a large-scale industrial artisan production arm. This wholesale division supplies over 1,000 supermarkets across Australia, New Zealand, and Singapore with high-quality par-baked and fresh artisan products. Strategically, the company leverages Australia’s clean-label reputation and traditional French baking techniques to serve the premium "bake-at-home" and retail segments. By maintaining a balance between artisanal craftsmanship and scalable industrial distribution, Laurent Bakery has established itself as the leading high-end bakery brand in the Oceania region.

Ent. Value

AUD 500M–1.5bn

Equity Value

[members only]

Multiples

EV / Revenue

2x–6x

EV / EBITDA

[members only]

EV / EBIT

[members only]

Historical Financials (AUD)

Year

Rev

EBITDA

EBIT

2024

2023

Other operations with Laurent Bakery Group

Other operations with Laurent Bakery Group
Date	Acquirer	Target	Country	Sector
11/2021	BGH CAPITAL	LAURENT BAKERY GROUP	AUSTRALIA	Bakery / Pastry

Other operations with Bridor

Other operations with Bridor
Date	Acquirer	Target	Country	Sector
03/2026	BRIDOR	PANAMAR BAKERY GROUP	SPAIN	Bakery / Pastry
04/2024	BRIDOR	PANDRIKS	NETHERLANDS	Bakery / Pastry

Similar deals in Food Processing

Similar deals in Food Processing
Date	Acquirer	Target	Country	Sector
04/2025	LITERACY CAPITAL / RED SKY FOOD GROUP	LANGFORD'S	UNITED KINGDOM	Meat & Cured Meat
04/2025	WHAT S COOKING?	SVELTIC	FRANCE	Food Products
02/2025	FLOWERS FOODS	SIMPLE MILLS	UNITED STATES	Bakery / Pastry
01/2025	ANDROS	DELAFRUIT	SPAIN	Soft Drinks
01/2025	PEPSICO	SIETE FOODS	UNITED STATES	Bakery / Pastry
11/2024	REFRESCO	FRÍAS NUTRICIÓN	SPAIN	Soft Drinks
11/2024	UNEXO / UNIGRAINS	SAVEL	FRANCE	Meat & Cured Meat
09/2024	AS EQUITY PARTNERS	HOCHDORF SWISS NUTRITION (HSN)	SWITZERLAND	Dairy
09/2024	ONE ROCK CAPITAL PARTNERS	EUROPE SNACKS	FRANCE	Food Products
09/2024	VALEO FOODS GROUP	I.D.C. HOLDING	SLOVAKIA	Food Products

REFERENCES

Valuation range: EV AUD 500M–1.5bn

Revenue range: AUD 100–200M

EV/Revenue range: 2x - 6x

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

Authors: This transaction was contributed by a verified mynth contributor and cross-checked against available transaction documents and official company communications.

FAQ

What transaction does this page cover?

This page covers Bridor’s acquisition of 100% of Laurent Bakery Group, an Australian company specialised in Food Products, in 2025. This followed an earlier holding cycle initiated in November 2021, when the company was acquired by BGH Capital.

How was the acquisition of Laurent Bakery Group by Bridor valued, and what multiples were paid?

mynth displays the transaction’s enterprise value within the AUD 500M–1.5bn band and its EV/revenue multiple within the 2x - 6x range. Exact figures are available to members.

What was Laurent Bakery Group’s revenue at the time of the deal?

At the time of the transaction, Laurent Bakery Group’s annual revenue was estimated within the AUD 100–200M range (FY 2024). Detailed financial figures are available to members.

What sources support the information on this transaction?

Transaction data and operational intelligence were compiled from independent financial press reporting by specialized M&A publications.

What is mynth?

mynth is the first free M&A database dedicated to Small & Mid-Cap transactions. We centralize Enterprise Values, revenue multiples, EBITDA multiples and transaction financials that are typically locked behind five-figure subscriptions on platforms like Capital IQ or Mergermarket. On mynth, searching and browsing deals is completely free. Our mission is simple: make professional-grade valuation intelligence accessible to every M&A advisor, independent consultant, Private Equity professional and student, without the burden of expensive annual licenses.