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

The revenue of ROUTIN at the time of the deal is estimated to be in the range of 50M - 100M EUR.

What was the EBITDA of ROUTIN during the acquisition?

ROUTIN's EBITDA is estimated to be in the range of 5M - 25M EUR.

How is the data for the ROUTIN acquisition sourced and is it reliable?

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What is the average EV/EBITDA multiple for the AgriFood sector in 2026?

The average EV/EBITDA multiple for the AgriFood sector in 2026 is 11.0x.

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10/2019

ROUTIN acquired by SEVEN2, UI INVESTISSEMENT & CREDIT MUTUEL EQUITY

FRANCE Food Processing / Beverages REV 50M - 100M EUR

Context

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.

ROUTIN, which reported an EBITDA margin of in 2018, is valued in this transaction at an EV/EBITDA multiple of , a level to compare with the average currently observed in the AgriFood sector (11.0x).

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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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Other operations with ROUTIN

List of similar M&A transactions (Date, Acquirer, Target, Country, Sub-sector)
Date	Acquirer	Target	Country	Sector
03/2024	ARGOS WITYU	ROUTIN	FRANCE	Beverages
02/2023	ROUTIN	CAPPUCCINE	UNITED STATES	Soft Drinks

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Revenue range: 50M - 100M EUR

EBITDA range: 5M - 25M EUR

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Acquirer: credit mutuel equity / ui investissement / seven2