METAMARK acquired by UPM RAFLATAC
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UPM Raflatac acquired 100% of Metamark for a total consideration of �146 million. This acquisition accelerates UPM's transformation into a "complete product provider" for the adhesive industry. By integrating Metamark, UPM gains a respected portfolio of graphic films that complements its existing labeling business. The deal thesis relies on leveraging UPM's massive global sales and distribution network to export Metamark's products—currently strong in Europe—to new markets in the Americas and Asia.
METAMARK, which reported an EBITDA margin of in 2024, is valued in this transaction at an EV/EBITDA multiple of , a level to compare with the average currently observed in the Industry & Manufacturing sector (11.6x).
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Target
Metamark is a leading UK manufacturer and supplier of high-performance self-adhesive films for the sign and graphics industry. The company specializes in "Visual Communication" materials, producing coloured vinyls for vehicle wrapping (fleets and commercial), digital printing media for advertising, and protective laminates.
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Valuation range: EV 100M - 350M GBP
Revenue range: 50M - 100M GBP
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