At what enterprise value was LINXIS GROUP acquired in 2017?

During the acquisition of LINXIS GROUP by IK PARTNERS in 2017, the company was valued at an estimated revenue multiple of below 5x. The transaction's Enterprise Value is estimated to be in the range of 300M - 700M EUR. By registering for free, you get access to complete and exact transaction details including enterprise value, revenue, and EBITDA. Additionally, our database shows that the Industry & Manufacturing industry currently tracks an average EBITDA multiple of 11.6x, providing a valuable benchmark for this transaction.

What was the EV/EBITDA of LINXIS GROUP when it was acquired by IK PARTNERS?

The estimated EV/EBITDA multiple for LINXIS GROUP is in the range of 5x - 12x. For comparison, the Industry & Manufacturing sector currently shows an average EBITDA multiple of 11.6x. Join our community for free to access full valuation data and industry trends.

When was LINXIS GROUP acquired by IK PARTNERS?

LINXIS GROUP was acquired by IK PARTNERS in 2017.

What was the revenue of LINXIS GROUP at the time of the deal?

The revenue of LINXIS GROUP at the time of the deal is estimated to be in the range of 250M - 500M EUR. Register for free to access the full transaction report and exact valuation multiples.

What was the EBITDA of LINXIS GROUP during the acquisition?

LINXIS GROUP's EBITDA is estimated to be in the range of 25M - 50M EUR. Join our community for free to access complete and exact deal data.

What is Enterprise Value (EV)?

Enterprise Value (EV) is a measure of a company's total value, often used as a more comprehensive alternative to equity market capitalization. EV includes in its calculation the market capitalization of a company but also short-term and long-term debt as well as any cash on the company's balance sheet.

What is the EV/EBITDA multiple and why is it used?

The EV/EBITDA multiple is a financial ratio that compares a company's Enterprise Value (EV) to its Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization (EBITDA). It is widely used in M&A and valuation because it allows for comparisons between companies with different capital structures and provides a clear view of operational profitability.

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10/2017

LINXIS GROUP acquired by IK PARTNERS

FRANCE Industrial Equipment / Process Engineering & Production Lines / Food & Beverage Lines EV 300M - 700M EUR

Context

The acquisition of Bretèche Industrie (now LINXIS GROUP)by IK Investment Partners represents a major turning point in the group’s trajectory, marking the end of a successful investment cycle under Equistone Partners Europe. The strategic rationale for this transaction centers on an "international-consolidation" play, merging the target's industry-leading technical operational depth in specialized machinery with the sponsor's extensive expertise in cross-border scaling and buy-and-build execution. This structural alignment provides the organization with the scientific talent and logistical hardware required to address the increasing demand for automated food and pharmaceutical processing lines.

LINXIS GROUP, which reported an EBITDA margin of in 2017, is valued in this transaction at an EV/EBITDA multiple of , representing a to the average currently observed in the Industry & Manufacturing sector (11.6x).

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Target

Linxis Group, formerly known as Bretèche Industrie, is a French manufacturer of industrial machinery for the food industry, headquartered in France and specialized in mixing, blending, and dosing solutions for the agro‑food value chain. The group primarily serves industrial bakeries, dairy and cheese producers, and broader food‑processing companies, providing integrated lines that ensure product consistency, throughput, and repeatability in high‑volume environments. Its core equipment portfolio covers kneading and mixing systems, feeders, and downstream handling solutions tailored to complex food‑processing workflows, through its various specialized brands (Shick, Shaffer, Unifiller). Over recent years, Linxis has strengthened its value proposition by expanding its service mix, improving procurement efficiency, and investing in a French industrial site to enhance productivity and quality. This shift has supported higher operational margins while reinforcing its role as a long‑term partner in industrial food‑processing infrastructure.

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Valuation range: EV 300M - 700M EUR

Revenue range: 250M - 500M EUR

EBITDA range: 25M - 50M EUR

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Acquirer: ik partners