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08/2007

MULTIPLEX GLOBAL acquired by BROOKFIELD

UNITED KINGDOM Construction EV 3b - 100b AUD

Context

Brookfield Asset Management Inc. has offered to buy Multiplex Group in an all-cash deal, marking the company's first foray into the Australian market and part of its global expansion plan. The proposed deal expands Brookfield's asset base through the acquisition of additional assets and is a strategic fit for the company. The offer has a total enterprise value and is subject to certain conditions, including a minimum acceptance condition of 50.1 percent of Multiplex Group securities. The acquisition is expected to bring complementary assets to Brookfield, outside of the countries it currently operates in, and it appears that Brookfield wants the management team to stay on. The deal is not subject to Australian Consumer and Competition Commission or other anti-competitive approvals.

MULTIPLEX GLOBAL, which reported an EBITDA margin of in 2007, is valued in this transaction at an EV/EBITDA multiple of .

Target

Multiplex Global Limited is a leading international construction group with a strong presence in Australia, the UK, and Canada. Emerging from the restructuring of the historic Multiplex group, which has its roots in Australia dating back over sixty years, the company has established itself as a major player in the delivery of complex infrastructure and building projects. The group specializes in large-scale projects, including high-rise buildings, hospitals, data centers, and mixed-use urban developments. Its positioning is built on a recognized expertise in managing complex, high-value-added projects, combining engineering, execution, and integrated site management. With an established presence in strategic construction markets, including Australia, which is driven by demographic growth and urbanization needs, the UK, with a strong foothold in London, and Canada, a growing market supported by a dynamic of public and private investments, Multiplex boasts a significant project portfolio and a robust order book, providing the group with substantial operational visibility.

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Valuation range: EV 3b - 100b AUD

Revenue range: 2.5b - 5b AUD

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Target: multiplex global

Acquirer: brookfield