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Thrive Freeze Dry has successfully sealed the acquisition deal with Paradiesfrucht GmbH

Private Equity | Food & Beverage

Thrive Freeze Dry has successfully sealed the acquisition deal with Paradiesfrucht GmbH

Paradiesfrucht GmbH, a gobal freeze dryer of fruits, fruit preparations, drops, powders and granulates, has been acquired by Thrive Freeze Dry (Thrive), a portfolio company of Entrepreneurial Equity Partners (e2p) and Mubadala Capital. The transaction is expected to close in 2024, subject to customary closing conditions, including antitrust approval.

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KG Rießel Ei GmbH & Co. has been acquired by EIPRO-Vermarktung GmbH & Co KG

Agriculture | Food & Beverage

KG Rießel Ei GmbH & Co. has been acquired by EIPRO-Vermarktung GmbH & Co KG

The private shareholder of KG Rießel Ei GmbH & Co. has sold 100% of the shares to EIPRO-Vermarktung GmbH & Co KG, a producer of egg products.

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Foreman Capital has raised financing for the acquisition of Rijcken Groep

Private Equity | Food & Beverage

Foreman Capital has raised financing for the acquisition of Rijcken Groep

Foreman Capital, a Netherlands-based private equity firm, has secured debt financing for the acquisition of international food wholesaler Rijcken Groep. The financing package, provided through a club deal by Rabobank and ING, is designed to support Rijcken Groep’s organic growth as well as its planned buy-and-build strategy.

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“The successful acquisition by Thrive represents a pivotal moment in Paradiesfrucht’s history. This strategic partnership not only unlocks new pathways for growth but also allows us to bring our freeze-dried products to a broader European and international market. We are confident that the synergies between Paradiesfrucht and Thrive will lead to sustained success. Both Dr. Andreas Behr and the Oaklins team in Germany have been an indispensable partner throughout the entire process. With their exceptional dedication, the team has played a vital role in navigating the complexities of this deal. We deeply appreciate their strategic guidance and substantial operational support.”

Kurt Jahncke

Shareholder, Paradiesfrucht GmbH

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From strategy to execution: Q1 insights from the mid-market

QUARTERLY M&A ACTIVITY: In Q1 2025, Oaklins facilitated 59 transactions across a variety of sectors, driving growth amid economic complexities, with TMT leading in deal count.

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