mynth
← DATABASE
01/2026

WIIO (WIRELESS INPUT OUTPUT) acquired by CEREA PARTNERS

FRANCE Transport & Logistics / Logistics / Warehousing / 3PL EV 20M - 50M EUR

Context

This transaction represents a sponsorless management buyout wherein the incumbent executive team successfully acquires full control of Wiio. To securely finance this corporate transition without relying on a traditional majority private equity shareholder, the management leveraged a bespoke mezzanine debt facility provided by Cerea. This highly flexible financial structure perfectly empowers the leadership to maintain total strategic independence while securing the vital capital backing required to seamlessly transition ownership. The primary objective is to continuously drive the target's expansion as a premier logistics IT integrator under the direct guidance of its historical management.

WIIO (WIRELESS INPUT OUTPUT), which reported an EBITDA margin of LOGIN in 2025, is valued in this transaction at an EV/EBITDA multiple of LOGIN, representing a LOGIN to the average currently observed in the Business Services sector (11.1x).

Note that this data is based on contribution from our growing community, composed of M&A and Private Equity professionals, and has been verified by our team to ensure its accuracy.

-> Deep-dive in Business Services market trends

Target

The company is a specialized French provider of advanced technological and operational solutions dedicated to the logistics and supply chain sectors. Operating as a comprehensive IT integrator, the enterprise delivers tailored digital solutions that drastically optimize warehouse management, asset traceability, and overall supply chain efficiency. By seamlessly combining software expertise, hardware integration, and dedicated consulting services, the firm has established itself as a critical digital transformation partner for demanding logistics operators and industrial players.

Ent. Value

LOGIN

Equity Value

LOGIN

Multiples

EV / Revenue

LOGIN

EV / EBITDA

LOGIN

EV / EBIT

LOGIN

Historical Financials (EUR)

Year
Rev
EBITDA
EBIT
2025
LOGIN
LOGIN
LOGIN
2024
LOGIN
LOGIN
LOGIN

Similar deals in Business Services

List of similar M&A transactions (Date, Acquirer, Target, Country, Sector, Deal Context)
DateAcquirerTargetCountrySectorDeal Context
02/2026MACQUARIEQUBEAUSTRALIATransport & Logistics

The transaction involves the acquisition of Qube Holdings Limited by a consortium led by Macquarie Asset Management, comprising MAM managed funds and co-investors, including UniSuper and Pontegadea. The consortium will acquire all of the shares in Qube by way of a scheme of arrangement, with Qube shareholders receiving cash consideration for their shares. The transaction is subject to customary conditions and regulatory approvals, including from the Foreign Investment Review Board and the Australian Competition & Consumer Commission

02/2026ADVENT INTERNATIONAL / FEDEX CORPORATION / A&R INVESTMENTS / PPF GROUPINPOSTPOLANDTransport & Logistics

The transaction involves the acquisition of InPost by a consortium led by Advent International and FedEx Corporation, with A&R Investments Ltd. and PPF Group also participating as investors. The consortium has agreed to acquire all outstanding shares of InPost at a price of EUR 15.60 per share, valuing the company at approximately EUR 7.8 billion. The transaction is expected to be completed in the second half of 2026, subject to regulatory approvals and other customary closing conditions. The consortium believes that the transaction will support InPost's growth plans and help the company achieve its strategic objectives, including the expansion of its parcel locker network and the development of its consumer-centric digital solutions

01/2026WERNER ENTERPRISESFIRSTFLEETUNITED STATESTransport & Logistics

Werner Enterprises acquired FirstFleet, Inc. for $245 million in cash for the operating business The acquisition is immediately accretive to EPS and establishes Werner as the 5th largest dedicated carrier in the U.S., increasing its dedicated revenue by ~50%. The deal aims to capture $18 million in annual synergies within two years by optimizing purchasing power and fleet density in the Eastern U.S.

12/2025GEODISGROUPE MALHERBEFRANCETransport & Logistics

In a major market consolidation move, the logistics giant GEODIS has signed an agreement to acquire the Groupe Malherbe. This "Corporate" transaction marks the exit of financial investors (Siparex, etc.) and the end of Malherbe's independent LBO cycles. By integrating Malherbe, GEODIS significantly strengthens its French road transport network, creating a combined entity with EUR2 billion in revenue solely in this segment (Road Transport), capable of competing with European leaders.

12/2025GROUPE JARDELGROUPE NAVALFRANCETransport & Logistics

The Groupe Jardel continues its external growth strategy by acquiring the Groupe Naval, a significant player in the South-West of France. This acquisition allows Jardel to strengthen its density on the Atlantic coast and reinforce its expertise in refrigerated transport for retail chains. The integration of Naval adds approximately 250 drivers to Jardel's workforce, pushing the group's total revenue past the EUR250 million milestone.

12/2025GROUPE ALAINEGAMBA & ROTAFRANCETransport & Logistics

The Groupe Alaine has acquired a majority stake in Gamba & Rota, a recognized specialist in wine and spirits logistics. This acquisition allows Alaine to strengthen its "premium" service offering and integrate advanced automated warehousing capabilities (Autostore) into its network. For Gamba & Rota, joining a larger family-owned group ensures the company's durability and development while retaining its management team.

12/2025PEGASUS AIRLINECESKE AEROLINIECZECH REPUBLICTransport & Logistics

Deal Description: The group has finalized a definitive agreement to acquire the target in a move designed to fundamentally transform its European network density. The strategic rationale for this transaction centers on a "market-unification" play, merging the target's industry-leading technical operational depth in the Czech leisure market with the group’s established global low-cost infrastructure. This structural alignment provides the organization with the scientific talent and logistical hardware (specifically an additional 47 aircraft) required to address the increasing demand for affordable cross-border travel in the CEE region

12/2025GD HELICOPTER FINANCE (GDHF)NHV GROUPBELGIUMTransport & Logistics

Ardian reached a definitive agreement to divest 100% of its interest in NHV Group to GD Helicopter Finance. This industrial exit marks the culmination of a twelve-year transformation where Ardian supported NHV's evolution from a regional player into a diversified European leader. The acquisition allows GDHF to internalize NHV's specialized operational platform, creating a vertically integrated group capable of managing the entire lifecycle of mission-critical rotary-wing assets. The combined entity is positioned to dominate the North Sea and West African offshore markets by leveraging GDHF's fleet pipeline and NHV's MRO and pilot training certifications

10/2025RE-SOURCESCLARETONFRANCETransport & Logistics

Clareton, a refrigerated transport specialist in Occitanie, structures its first LBO ("OBO/LBO") to finance a strategic external growth operation. The group brings in Re-Sources Capital as a minority financial partner, with 3mEUR equity investment.

10/2025ANTIN INFRASTRUCTURESWIFTAIR GROUPSPAINTransport & Logistics

Antin Infrastructure Partners has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire a majority stake (exceeding 70%) in Swiftair Group. The founder, Salvador Moreno, will retain a significant minority stake and continue as CEO to lead the next phase of growth. This investment represents the seventh transaction for Antin’s €2.2 billion Mid Cap Fund I. The strategic rationale focuses on capitalizing on the structural growth of the express airfreight market, fueled by e-commerce and critical logistics demand

REFERENCES

Valuation range: EV 20M - 50M EUR

Revenue range: 10M - 30M EUR

EBITDA range: 0M - 5M EUR

Note: This page provides detailed data on a private equity M&A transaction. Detailed and exact financial metrics for the acquisition of WIIO (WIRELESS INPUT OUTPUT) by CEREA PARTNERS are reserved for mynth community members. Register for free to unlock full data.

Authors: verified mynth contributor (mynth data is contributed by M&A / PE professionals and systematically cross-verified with private deal documents and official press releases).

Press release: view release

Acquirer: cerea partners