Accession Capital Partners

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.

Piotr Sadowski

Partner and Head of Baltic Region

Past deals in Poland

SMYK

Acquisition in 2024
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.

Remix Global AD

Venture Round in 2016
Remix Global AD is an online retailer specializing in second-hand apparel, operating predominantly in Central and Eastern Europe. Founded in 2016 and headquartered 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 Global AD has established online shops in Bulgaria, Romania, Greece, and Poland, catering to a growing market for sustainable fashion options in the region.

ATM

Post in 2016
ATM S.A. is a Polish telecommunications company that provides a range of services in Poland and internationally. The company operates through two main segments: Data Center Services and Telecommunications Services. It specializes in colocation and hosting services, offering customers space for hardware and access to servers within its state-of-the-art data centers. Additionally, ATM S.A. provides data security services, including backup environments, and broadband data transmission through its optical data transmission network. The company designs and sets up telecommunications and IT networks and serves a diverse clientele, including telecommunications carriers, financial institutions, and media companies. Founded in 1987 and based in Warsaw, ATM S.A. is recognized as a leader in the colocation market and aims to maintain its status as a key player in the Polish data center and fiber-optic network sectors.

Top Farms

Debt Financing in 2015
Spearhead International Ltd. is a prominent agricultural producer based in Cambridge, United Kingdom, with farming operations spanning approximately 85,000 hectares across Poland, the Czech Republic, Slovakia, and Romania. The company specializes in a diverse range of products, including grains and oilseeds, such as wheat, barley, and maize; various vegetables; seed crops; milk; and livestock. In addition to its core agricultural production, Spearhead engages in upstream and downstream activities, including seed production, vegetable processing, and supply chain management. This vertical integration allows the company to offer value-added ingredients and maintain consistency, quality, food safety, and traceability for its blue-chip customers, which include food producers, processors, and retailers throughout Europe. Incorporated in 1972, Spearhead International has established itself as a reliable partner in the agricultural sector, contributing significantly to the food supply chain.

Amethyst Radiotherapy

Venture Round in 2015
Amethyst Radiotherapy operates radiotherapy clinics that provide advanced radiation therapy services for cancer treatment. Amethyst Radiotherapy offers a range of radiation therapy services, including Intensity-Modulated Radiation Therapy (IMRT), Image-Guided Radiation Therapy (IGRT), and Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy (SBRT). The company uses equipment and technologies, such as linear accelerators, to deliver precise and effective treatments. Amethyst Radiotherapy operates 15 centers across Austria, France, Italy, Poland, Romania, and the UK. High-tech radiotherapy is central to all Amethyst Healthcare clinics, ensuring that oncological patients have access to the most advanced treatments available.

AASA Global

Venture Round in 2014
Aasa Global is an international financial technology company founded in 2011, specializing in providing credit solutions to consumers and small to medium-sized businesses. Operating in countries such as Estonia, Poland, Finland, Sweden, Chile, and Indonesia, Aasa seeks to expand into high-growth markets by developing innovative financing solutions. The company utilizes a proprietary, fully automated lending platform that leverages predictive analytics to facilitate quick market entry and scalability. Aasa’s business model has been tested in various regions, focusing on offering financial support where traditional banks may lack speed and flexibility. The company emphasizes client service as its most valuable asset, aiming to provide accessible financial assistance through a unique multi-stage credit assessment process for both individual clients and business owners.

PIZZA Dominium

Venture Round in 2013
Pizza Dominium is a prominent pizza restaurant chain based in Warsaw, Poland. The company specializes in serving authentic Italian-style pizzas and a diverse range of Italian cuisine, including spreads, salads, and desserts. Emphasizing quality, Pizza Dominium uses fresh ingredients to create its dishes, catering to a variety of tastes and preferences. With a focus on delivering a genuine Italian dining experience, the chain has established itself as a notable player in the Polish food service industry.

Diagnostyka

Private Equity Round in 2011
Diagnostyka specializes in providing diagnostic equipment and software solutions to hospitals, corporations, and individual clients across Poland.

Masterlease

Private Equity Round in 2010
Masterlease operates in the Polish car fleet management market, offering a comprehensive range of services that include leasing and full-service fleet management. The company caters to various client segments, providing tailored solutions for individual customers, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), and large corporations. Its service offerings encompass traditional leasing, semi-full-service leasing, full-service leasing, subscription models, and more, ensuring a diverse portfolio that meets the specific needs of its clientele.

Euromedic Hungary

Venture Round in 2007
Euromedic International is a provider of healthcare services that specializes in advanced diagnostic imaging and cancer care. The Company operates 141 medical centers in 14 countries. Central and Eastern Europe account for c.60% of the business (key countries include Poland, Hungary, Czech Republic, Romania, and Turkey), with the remaining 40% generated in Western Europe (mainly Switzerland and Northern Italy).

LUX MED

Debt Financing in 2007
LUX MED operates a network of medical centers and hospitals in Poland, offering comprehensive private healthcare services. These include general and vascular surgeries, aesthetic gynecology, plastic surgeries, diagnostic imaging, occupational medicine, prevention programs, vaccinations, and long-term care.

Solaris Bus & Coach

Debt Financing in 2005
Solaris Bus & Coach S.A. is a manufacturer and supplier of public transportation vehicles, specializing in buses, trolleybuses, and low-floor trams. Based in Owinska, Poland, the company has been operational since 1996 and was formerly known as Neoplan Poland Sp. z o.o. It offers a diverse range of products, including city, intercity, and special-purpose buses, as well as after-sales services such as spare parts, training, and documentation. Solaris Bus & Coach aims to enhance the quality of urban transport, supporting mobility in numerous cities across Europe. In addition to its core transportation business, the company operates an online shop that sells various products, including office supplies, electronics, and travel accessories. Solaris Bus & Coach became a subsidiary of Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles, S.A. in 2018, further solidifying its position in the public transport sector.
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