RIWAL acquired by BOELS RENTAL
Context
Boels acquired Riwal to create a European powerhouse in the rental market. The merger combines Boels' dense generalist network with Riwal's technical expertise in AWP. The deal extends Boels' footprint to 27 countries and significantly boosts its specialty rental division, particularly in the French and Spanish markets.
RIWAL, which reported an EBITDA margin of in 2023, is valued in this transaction at an EV/EBITDA multiple of , a level to compare with the average currently observed in the Business Services sector (11.6x).
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Target
A global specialist in powered access (Aerial Work Platforms - AWP). Riwal operates 65 branches and is a key player in the sale, maintenance, and rental of high-altitude equipment, with a strong focus on fleet electrification.
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Valuation range: EV 300M - 700M EUR
Revenue range: 250M - 500M EUR
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