At what enterprise value was ROUTIN acquired in 2024?

During the acquisition of ROUTIN by ARGOS WITYU in 2024, the company was valued at an estimated revenue multiple of below 5x. The transaction's Enterprise Value is estimated to be in the range of 100M - 350M EUR. By registering for free, you get access to complete and exact transaction details including enterprise value, revenue, and EBITDA. Additionally, our database shows that the AgriFood industry currently tracks an average EBITDA multiple of 10.5x, providing a valuable benchmark for this transaction.

What was the EV/EBITDA of ROUTIN when it was acquired by ARGOS WITYU?

The estimated EV/EBITDA multiple for ROUTIN is in the range of 10x - 18x. For comparison, the AgriFood sector currently shows an average EBITDA multiple of 10.5x. Join our community for free to access full valuation data and industry trends.

When was ROUTIN acquired by ARGOS WITYU?

ROUTIN was acquired by ARGOS WITYU in 2024.

What was the revenue of ROUTIN at the time of the deal?

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What was the EBITDA of ROUTIN during the acquisition?

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03/2024

ROUTIN acquired by ARGOS WITYU

FRANCE Food Processing / Beverages EV 100M - 350M EUR

Context

Argos Wityu has acquired a majority stake in Groupe Routin from the private equity firm Seven2 (formerly Apax Partners). The transaction is the first investment in France for the "Argos Climate Action" fund. Existing minority shareholders Credit Mutuel Equity and UI Investissement, along with the management, have reinvested alongside Argos. The strategic plan focuses on international expansion (particularly in the US) combined with a radical environmental transition: reducing CO2 emissions by 7.5% annually, preserving water resources, and increasing the use of natural ingredients.

Following its acquisition by Seven2 / Ui Investissement / Credit Mutuel Equity in 2019, the company led an active consolidation strategy by acquiring Cappuccine (2023).

ROUTIN, which reported an EBITDA margin of LOGIN in 2023, is valued in this transaction at an EV/EBITDA multiple of LOGIN, representing a LOGIN to the average currently observed in the AgriFood sector (10.5x).

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Target

Founded in 1883 in the French Alps, Routin is a leading manufacturer of high-quality syrups and beverage concentrates. The group operates through two main pillars: its premium brand "1883," dedicated to the international "Barmen & Barista" professional market (exported to over 80 countries), and its retail business through the brand "Fruiss" and extensive Private Label (MDD) manufacturing. Additionally, the group manages the Oasis syrup license. Known for its aromatic expertise and pure Alpine water sourcing, Routin serves both high-end hospitality venues and large-scale retail distribution networks.

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List of similar M&A transactions (Date, Acquirer, Target, Country, Sector, Deal Context)
Date	Acquirer	Target	Country	Sector	Deal Context
02/2023	ROUTIN	CAPPUCCINE	UNITED STATES	Food Processing	Routin-1883 acquired 100% of Cappuccine to accelerate its footprint in the North American market, the world's largest for coffee shops and mixology. This acquisition marks Routin's third external growth operation since Apax's entry in 2019 (following Eyguebelle and Artonic). The deal was financed through a mix of equity and debt (LCL, Credit Agricole). By integrating Cappuccine's powdered mix expertise, Routin diversifies its product portfolio to offer a complete "one-stop-shop" solution for coffee chains and the Foodservice industry globally.
10/2019	SEVEN2 / UI INVESTISSEMENT / CREDIT MUTUEL EQUITY	ROUTIN	FRANCE	Food Processing	Apax Partners Development acquired a majority stake in Routin following a competitive auction process managed by Transaction R. The transaction marked the exit of Credit Mutuel Equity as the majority shareholder, though they reinvested significantly to remain as a minority partner. The new investment cycle aims to leverage the international success of the "1883" brand in the coffee and cocktail markets.

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Valuation range: EV 100M - 350M EUR

Revenue range: 100M - 200M EUR

EBITDA range: 5M - 25M EUR

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Acquirer: argos wityu