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09/2003

LBO FRANCE takes majority stake in MATERIS

LUXEMBOURG Chemicals & Materials / Construction Materials EV 1b - 4b EUR

Context

The transaction involves the sale of Materis, a leading industrial player in the construction materials and technical solutions for the building sector. This deal is part of the exit strategy of the company's historical financial shareholders, The Carlyle Group, CVC Capital Partners, and Advent International, who had supported Materis' transformation and development into an integrated industrial platform. The sale process was structured as an international competitive bidding process, attracting several European and American private equity firms. LBO France was selected as the final buyer, leveraging its expertise as a private equity firm specializing in the acquisition of industrial assets and mature companies. The transaction was structured with the support of ING, acting as the financing arranger and contributing to the setup of a financing package combining various financial instruments and equity.

MATERIS, which reported an EBITDA margin of in 2002, is valued in this transaction at an EV/EBITDA multiple of , a level than the average currently observed in the Industry & Manufacturing sector (11.6x).

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Target

Materis is a leading industrial player specializing in construction materials and building solutions. The group develops and manufactures a range of technical materials for sector professionals, covering multiple complementary segments. Its activities focus on concrete admixtures, calcium aluminates, industrial mortars, decorative paints, and refractory products used in high-temperature environments. This diversified portfolio enables the company to cater to a wide range of needs, from new construction to renovation, as well as demanding industrial applications. The company leverages its strong expertise in materials chemistry and formulation, with a performance-driven approach emphasizing product durability and resistance. Materis operates multiple production sites and technical centers, facilitating the development of tailored solutions that meet local constraints and building market standards. With a presence in numerous countries, the group serves a customer base primarily comprising professionals, including industrial companies, construction firms, and specialized distributors. Materis' business model is built on proximity to local markets, adapting formulations to regional needs, and providing technical support to users on-site. This multi-disciplinary approach allows the company to intervene across the entire construction materials value chain, delivering comprehensive solutions to its customers.

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Other operations with MATERIS

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Valuation range: EV 1b - 4b EUR

Revenue range: 750M - 1.3b EUR

EBITDA range: 150M - 250M EUR

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Acquirer: lbo france