Lavola 1981, SA has been acquired by Anthesis Group
February 2019 — The founding owners of Lavola 1981, SA have sold the company to Anthesis Group.
Founded in 1977 in Catalonia, Lavola is a professional services company offering consultancy, education and communication services focused on sustainable development. With 200 employees and presence in Spain, Colombia and Andorra, the company has delivered more than 1,000 projects for its more than 400 public and private sector clients, including top multinational corporations and regional bodies.
Anthesis is a global sustainability services and solutions consultancy group. It develops financially-driven, corporate sustainability strategy, underpinned by technical experience and delivered by true innovation and collaboration. The group is present in Europe, North America, Asia-Pacific and the Middle East.
The transaction is an important step in Anthesis Group’s strategy to increase its global footprint. The agreement introduces the group into Spain, Andorra and Colombia, while providing Lavola with the opportunities and outreach associated with being part of Anthesis’s international network.
Our role in the transaction
Oaklins' team in Spain acted as financial advisor to Lavola’s shareholders on the identification of acquirors, execution, negotiation and closing of the transaction.
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