Accession Capital Partners, previously known as Mezzanine Management Finanz- und Unternehmensberatungs GmbH, is a private equity firm established in 2000 and headquartered in Vienna, Austria. The firm specializes in mezzanine financing, focusing on management buyouts, recapitalizations, and growth capital investments in mature, middle-market companies. Accession Capital Partners targets sectors such as financial services, healthcare, consumer goods, business services, manufacturing, and information technology, with a particular emphasis on new European Union member states in Central and Eastern Europe, including Poland, Slovakia, Romania, and Bulgaria. The firm typically invests between €5 million and €50 million in companies with sales values ranging from €10 million to €400 million, enterprise values between €20 million and €400 million, and EBITDA from €2 million to €50 million. Accession Capital Partners does not engage in investments related to real estate, alcohol, tobacco, firearms, project finance, startups, or high-tech companies. With a strong local presence and established relationships in the region, the firm has positioned itself as a preferred partner for financial sponsors and business owners.
SMYK is a toy and apparel retailer based in Warsaw, Poland, operating a network of 125 stores across various formats, including megastores in retail parks, city stores, smaller outlets in mid-sized cities, and local malls. The company specializes in a diverse range of products for children from birth to fifteen years old, including toys, school supplies, books, multimedia, baby accessories, as well as clothing and footwear. Recently, SMYK has introduced an apparel-only 'shop-in-shop' format for its international markets. Currently, 12% of its sales are conducted online, and the company projects revenues of PLN 1,449 million for 2015.
UAB Juodeliai
Venture Round in 2019
UAB Juodeliai, founded in 1994 and based in Marijampolė, Lithuania, specializes in wood processing and the production of wooden pallets. The company manufactures both standard and non-standard pallets, including specific types for the chemical industry. Its offerings also encompass pallet blanks, single-use non-certified pallets tailored to client specifications, as well as various wood products such as firewood, sawdust, and sliver. UAB Juodeliai focuses on meeting the diverse needs of its customers while ensuring high-quality standards in its production processes.
Netrisk
Private Equity Round in 2017
Netrisk is a Hungarian online insurance broker that operates under a one-stop-shop model, specializing in various types of insurance including car, home, travel, and accident coverage. The company leverages an online insurance portal that allows users to compare services and prices, facilitating the activation of their chosen insurance policies. Netrisk's growth potential is supported by favorable market conditions and a shift in consumer behavior towards online shopping. The company's expertise in the insurance sector further enhances its ability to meet the evolving needs of customers in a digital landscape.
Remix Global AD
Venture Round in 2016
Remix Global AD is an online retailer specializing in second-hand apparel in Central and Eastern Europe. Founded in 2016 and based in Sofia, Bulgaria, the company offers a diverse range of products, including women's, men's, and children's clothing, as well as bags, accessories, and shoes. Remix operates e-commerce platforms in Bulgaria, Romania, Greece, and Poland, catering to the growing demand for sustainable fashion in these regions.
ATM
Post in 2016
ATM S.A. is a Polish public company with a 25-year history, listed on the Warsaw Stock Exchange (symbol: ATM) since September 2004. The main shareholders of the company are its founders. The company is known in Poland as the owner and operator of the nationwide Atman network and three state-of-the-art data centers. It is a leader in colocation and brodband data transmisson services, and offers Internet access services as well. Major recipients of services of ATM S.A. are Polish and international carriers, financial institutions, media and other enterprises of substantial telecommunications needs. ATM development strategy assumes maintaining the leading position in the Polish data center market as well as the leading position among operators of fiber-optic networks in the largest Polish cities.
Spearhead International
Debt Financing in 2015
Spearhead International Ltd. is a producer and supplier of a diverse range of agricultural products, serving food producers, processors, and retailers primarily in Europe. The company's offerings include grains and oilseeds, such as wheat, barley, and maize; various vegetables; seed crops; milk; and livestock. Spearhead operates on approximately 85,000 hectares of agricultural land across Poland, the Czech Republic, the United Kingdom, Romania, and Slovakia. In addition to primary product production, the company has developed significant upstream and downstream operations, including seed production, vegetable processing, and supply chain management. This vertical integration allows Spearhead to provide value-added ingredients and services, ensuring consistency, quality, food safety, and traceability for its blue-chip customers. Founded in 1972 and headquartered in Cambridge, United Kingdom, Spearhead International has established itself as a key player in the agricultural sector.
Eleving Group
Debt Financing in 2015
Eleving Group is an international financial technology company that operates across three continents, focusing on providing financial inclusion through innovative solutions in the used car and consumer financing sectors. Recognizing the needs of underserved markets, the company offers a range of services including standard financial leasing, secured loans, and vehicle finance lease and leaseback options. With a strong presence in the Baltics and Georgia, Eleving Group aims to disrupt traditional lending practices by delivering accessible financial services to a diverse clientele.
Freor
Venture Round in 2015
Freor LT is an international manufacturer of commercial refrigeration equipment based in Vilnius, Lithuania. The company specializes in providing a wide array of products, including remote, semi plug-in, and plug-in cabinets, serve-overs, and freezers, aimed at enhancing food product sales in various retail environments, from discount stores to large supermarkets. Freor emphasizes sustainability and innovation, producing energy-efficient and environmentally friendly refrigeration systems that minimize the ecological impact of traditional refrigeration methods. With an extensive network of over 35 representatives, Freor's products are installed in more than 55 countries globally. The company operates a modern, energy-efficient manufacturing facility that adheres to high-quality standards certified by ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 50001, reflecting its commitment to sustainable business practices.
PIZZA Dominium
Venture Round in 2013
Pizza Dominium is a pizza restaurant chain based in Poland, primarily operating in Warsaw. The business specializes in offering original Italian-style pizzas along with a range of Italian cuisine, which includes spreads, salads, and desserts. Committed to quality, Pizza Dominium utilizes fresh ingredients to create its menu items, aiming to provide an authentic dining experience for its customers.
Diagnostyka
Private Equity Round in 2011
Diagnostyka is a provider of comprehensive diagnostic laboratory services based in Krakow, Poland. The company supplies diagnostic equipment and software, catering to a diverse clientele that includes hospitals, corporate clients, and individual customers. With a robust network of medical laboratories, Diagnostyka aims to enhance healthcare delivery by offering reliable diagnostic solutions that meet the needs of various stakeholders in the medical field.
Masterlease
Private Equity Round in 2010
Masterlease is the polish car fleet management markets. The range of services rovided by the company includes leasing and full scope car fleet management services.
Star Galaxy Adventure
Venture Round in 2008
Star Galaxy is a chain of indoor amusement parks located inside of shopping centers. L&T Systems sold a roller coaster to one of their Moscow locations, but which location hasn't been determined. The Star Galaxy website lists five locations with "Funny Mountains" (believed to be their name for a roller coaster): - Veseliye Gorki at Ramstor City (Moscow) - Veselaya Gorka at XL (Moscow) - Veselaya Gorka at BUM (Moscow) - Vesyolaya Gorkya at Yuzhniye Polyus (St Petersburg) - Vesyolaya Gorkya at Mooraveye (Nizhny Novgorod) The Crocus City Mall, where the L&T Systems roller coaster was previously thought to have gone, does not list a "Funny Mountain" in their attraction list.
Imcorp
Venture Round in 2008
Imcorp is a mineral mining and processing business focused on the Romanian market, but also envisaging operations in other countries in the region, particularly Turkey and Moldova.
CRa
Venture Round in 2008
CRa is the former state-owned provider of analogue broadcasting services, which was privatised in 2001. The company is a leading provider of analogue and digital broadcasting services in the Czech Republic with a 97% market share in the analogue market. Since 2003 the company also offers alternative fixed-line telecommunication services.
Nidan
Debt Financing in 2007
Nidan is the fourth largest juice producer in Russia, selling more than 100 varieties of juices, nectars and fruit drinks, with a number one position in Siberia. Nidan’s portfolio of branded juice products was led by flagship brand, Moya Semya, and included the Sokos, Caprice, Caprice Tea, Champion and Da! brands. The company enjoyed an extensive distribution network across Russia and Eastern Europe. Headquartered in Moscow, Nidan operated 20 production lines in two plants with total capacity of more than 870 million litres of production per annum.
LUX MED
Debt Financing in 2007
LUX MED Sp. z o.o. operates a network of medical centers and hospitals in Poland. It offers services in the areas of general and vascular surgeries, aesthetic gynecology, laryngological surgeries, plastic surgeries, diagnostic imaging, and occupational medicine; and prevention, vaccination, and other programs. The company also provides medical and health care services for individuals, adults, families, and companies.
Devin JSC
Debt Financing in 2005
Devin JSC is a Bulgarian company that specializes in bottling and selling a variety of beverages, including mineral, spring, and carbonated waters, as well as non-carbonated soft drinks. Founded in 1992 and based in Sofia, Devin JSC produces well-known brands such as Devin mineral water, Devin spring water, and Devin Air carbonated mineral water. In addition to its bottled water offerings, the company distributes Divna table water, Granini fruit juices, and Red Bull energy drinks. Devin JSC also provides home and office water delivery services, catering to the needs of its customers. As of March 2017, it operates as a subsidiary of Sociéte de Services, de Participations, de Direction et d'Elaboration.
JetFinance
Venture Round in 2005
JetFinance is a financial service that offers consumer installments and cash loans. Headquartered in Sofia, the company carries out lending activities in more than 85 cities and towns throughout the country.
BNP Paribas Personal Finance EAD
Debt Financing in 2005
BNP Paribas Personal Finance EAD provides financial products for customers in Bulgaria. It offers consumer credit for the purchase of goods, as well as provides personal loans.
Vivacom
Debt Financing in 2004
Vivacom is a prominent telecommunications provider based in Sofia, Bulgaria, offering a comprehensive range of services that include mobile and fixed voice services, high-speed fiber optic internet, digital interactive television, and data transmission solutions. As a leading operator in the Bulgarian market, Vivacom caters to the communication needs of over 4 million customers and has established a network of more than 230 retail locations across the country. The company is dedicated to delivering innovative and tailored telecommunication solutions, ensuring connectivity at any time and place. In addition to its focus on high-quality products and services, Vivacom is committed to social responsibility, investing millions in initiatives related to education, culture, sports, and charitable causes through its VIVACOM Fund platform. The company strives to place its clients at the forefront of its operations, continually enhancing its offerings to meet evolving customer needs.
BTC
Venture Round in 2004
BTC is the main telecommunication services operator in Bulgaria. Its services include fixed-line and mobile voice services as well as data, internet and TV broadcasting. In May 2005 it was awarded with Bulgaria’s third license for the construction of mobile 3G telecommunications systems under the UMTS standard and launched its mobile network “Vivatel” in November 2005.
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