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Telemark Kildevann acquired by Refresco

NORWAY Food Processing / Beverages / Soft Drinks REV NOK 250–500M

Context

Refresco has completed the acquisition of Telemark Kildevann Holding AS (TKV), a Norwegian beverage and mineral water producer, following the announcement of the transaction in May 2025. The deal was finalized after obtaining the customary regulatory approvals and satisfying the closing conditions. This acquisition is a key milestone in Refresco's "Buy & Build" strategy, which aims to strengthen its industrial footprint in Europe and consolidate its positions in attractive regional markets. The acquisition enables the group to expand its production capabilities in the Nordic countries, a strategic region where it was already present in Finland, and enhance its service offering to distributors and branded customers in Norway and Sweden. The integration of TKV reinforces Refresco's industrial platform with additional sites and a solid local customer base, while broadening its beverage portfolio, particularly in the water and soft drinks segments. This transaction is part of a sector consolidation strategy, allowing the group to increase its operational density and customer proximity in the Nordic region.

By taking control of Telemark Kildevann, Refresco continues its expansion strategy. Previously, the group had completed 3 acquisitions, including Frías Nutrición in 2024.

Telemark Kildevann, which reported an EBITDA margin of [members only] in 2023, is valued in this transaction at an EV/EBITDA multiple of [members only], to compare with the average observed in the AgriFood sector (12.0x in 2025).

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Target

Telemark Kildevann Holding AS (TKV) is a Norwegian beverage manufacturer specializing in the production of soft drinks and mineral water. With a long history of operations in Norway, the company's industrial and logistical backbone consists of two production sites located in Fyresdal and Aurskog. TKV is positioned in the premium and high-volume non-alcoholic beverage segment, supplying both large retail customers and third-party brands in Norway and Sweden. The company's business model is built on strong relationships with its retail and branded clients, with whom it maintains close and integrated partnerships within the local supply chain. TKV is renowned for its flexible production capabilities and expertise in refreshing beverages and bottled water, a segment driven by growing demand for natural and high-quality products in the Nordic countries. With a workforce of around 60 employees, the company is a well-established industrial player in its domestic market.

Ent. Value

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Equity Value

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EV / EBIT

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Historical Financials (NOK)

Year
Rev
EBITDA
EBIT
2023
NOK 250–500M
NOK 50–100M
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2022
NOK 250–500M
NOK 50–100M
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Other operations with Refresco

Other operations with Refresco
DateAcquirerTargetCountrySector
02/2026REFRESCOSUNOPTAUNITED STATESSoft Drinks
11/2024REFRESCOFRÍAS NUTRICIÓNSPAINSoft Drinks
01/2023REFRESCOAVANDISNETHERLANDSContract Bottling & Packaging
02/2022KKRREFRESCONETHERLANDSBeverages
10/2017PAI PARTNERSREFRESCONETHERLANDSBeverages
03/2016REFRESCODISNETHERLANDSBeverages

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Revenue range: REV NOK 250–500M

EBITDA range: NOK 50–100M

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FAQ

What transaction does this page cover?

This page covers Refresco’s acquisition of 100% of Telemark Kildevann, a Norwegian company specialised in Beverages, in 2025.

What were Telemark Kildevann’s revenue and EBITDA at the time of the deal?

At the time of the transaction, Telemark Kildevann generated annual revenue estimated in the NOK 250–500M range and EBITDA in the NOK 50–100M bracket (FY 2023). Detailed financial figures are available to members.

How does the valuation of Telemark Kildevann compare to benchmarks in the AgriFood sector?

Transaction multiples for this specific deal are exclusively reserved for mynth members. Nevertheless, transactions tracked by mynth in this sector reveal an average benchmark multiple of 12.0x EBITDA during 2025.

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