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10/2017MajorityLBO

UI Investissement & Bpifrance take majority stake in Theradial

FRANCE Life Sciences / Medical Devices REV €10–30M

Context

Théradial has completed a shareholder restructuring agreement, welcoming UI Gestion and Bpifrance as new majority shareholders. This transaction is part of a management buy-out, enabling Frédéric Le Pottier, the former Commercial Director, to take the helm as Chairman of the Executive Board. Meanwhile, Bruno Duval, the company's founder, will retain a key role as a shareholder and become Chairman of the Supervisory Board. The goal of this transaction is to support Théradial's growth strategy, which aims to leverage its pharmaceutical establishment status, obtained two years ago, to expand its product portfolio. Currently, Théradial is primarily focused on hemodialysis equipment but has already begun diversifying into oncology, nutrition, and gastroenterology. This deal was facilitated by specialized advisors, including Deloitte, Ariane Santé Social, and De Pardieu Brocas Maffei, who conducted financial, strategic, and legal due diligence. Senior lenders LCL, Société Générale, and CIC provided financial support for the transaction.

Theradial, which reported an EBITDA margin of [members only] in 2017, is valued in this transaction at an EV/EBITDA multiple of [members only], to compare with the average currently observed in the Healthcare & Pharma sector (14.3x in 2026).

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Target

Theradial, a medical device distribution firm focused on dialysis equipment, has undergone substantial development over the years. Initially concentrated on supplying medical devices to public health institutions, private clinics, and home care providers, the company gradually expanded its scope of activities. It now offers medications and software tailored to dialysis centers, enabling it to address the specific needs of its clients. By diversifying its product portfolio, Theradial has enhanced its capability to cater to a broader range of customers. The company has also collaborated with pharmaceutical laboratory Indigo Therapeutics to develop nutritional supplements for patients undergoing dialysis, thereby broadening its offerings to include complementary healthcare products. This strategic move has allowed Theradial to deepen its understanding of the dialysis treatment process and provide more comprehensive solutions to its customers, ultimately refining its operational capabilities and reinforcing its position in the medical device distribution sector.

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Historical Financials (EUR)

Year
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EBITDA
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2017
€10–30M
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2016
€10–30M
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Other operations with Theradial

Other operations with Theradial
DateAcquirerTargetCountrySector
02/2023ARDIANTHERADIALFRANCEMedical Devices
03/2019THERADIALGROUPE THÉMAFRANCEHealthcare

Other operations with UI Investissement / Bpifrance

Other operations with UI Investissement / Bpifrance
DateAcquirerTargetCountrySector
09/2026UI INVESTISSEMENTFINASENSFRANCEAccounting & Audit
01/2026UI INVESTISSEMENTMAISON ALSACIENNE DE BISCUITERIEFRANCEFine Food / Organic
07/2025UI INVESTISSEMENT / MACSF / COVEAADIT (AGENCE POUR LA DIFFUSION DE L'INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIQUE)FRANCEConsulting & Audit
12/2024UI INVESTISSEMENTDIDACTICFRANCEMedical Consumables
11/2024UI INVESTISSEMENTANTARES DIFFUSIONFRANCEAftermarket & Repair
06/2022UI INVESTISSEMENT / GENEONEFTYS PHARMAFRANCEAnimal Health
01/2015UI INVESTISSEMENTGAULT & FRÉMONTFRANCEPaper & Cardboard

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Revenue range: REV €10–30M

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Target: theradial

Acquirer: ui investissement / bpifrance

FAQ

What transaction does this page cover?

This page covers the acquisition of a majority stake in Theradial, a French company specialised in Medical Devices, by UI Investissement and Bpifrance in 2017, structured as a leveraged buyout (LBO). Ownership has since evolved, leading to a subsequent transaction with Ardian in February 2023 (see the dedicated deal page for details).

What was Theradial’s revenue at the time of the deal?

At the time of the transaction, Theradial’s annual revenue was estimated within the €10–30M range (FY 2017). Detailed financial figures are available to members.

How does the valuation of Theradial compare to benchmarks in the Healthcare & Pharma sector?

Transaction multiples for this specific deal are exclusively reserved for mynth members. By way of comparison, in 2026 companies in the Healthcare & Pharma sector are valued at a multiple of 14.3x EBITDA.

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