NACTIS FLAVOURS acquired by AROMATAGROUP
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AromataGroup, backed by Ambienta SGR, has acquired the French company Nactis Flavours. This transformative deal merges the Italian AromataGroup with the French Nactis to create a new pan-European platform rebranded as "Nactarome". The transaction allows for significant geographic diversification (Italy + France + Benelux) and product expansion. Nactis founder becomes Non-Executive Chair of the new group, while Aromata's founder takes the CEO role. Ambienta retains an 80% stake in the combined group.
NACTIS FLAVOURS, which reported an EBITDA margin of LOGIN in 2019, is valued in this transaction at an EV/EBITDA multiple of LOGIN, representing a LOGIN to the average currently observed in the AgriFood sector (10.9x).
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Established in 1998 and headquartered in Bondoufle (France), Nactis Flavours is a producer and distributor of aromatic raw materials, ingredients, and flavours. It operates five production facilities across France and Belgium. The company serves a diverse client base of 2,500 customers, ranging from artisanal producers to global food multinationals, exporting to 80 countries worldwide.
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Valuation range: EV 50M - 150M EUR
Revenue range: 50M - 100M EUR
EBITDA range: 5M - 25M EUR
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Target: nactis flavours