Rapala VMC Corporation has received strategic advisory in relation to financing alternatives
January 2017 — Rapala VMC Corporation has received independent advise in relation to financing alternatives.
Rapala VMC Corporation engages in sourcing, manufacturing and distributing fishing tackle products in North America, Nordic countries, rest of Europe, and internationally. It offers fishing tackle equipment, including lures and baits, hooks, lines, accessories, and fishing related knives and tools. The company also provides products for winter sports and other non-fishing businesses, and products for hunting and outdoor as well as ice augers and auger blades, and cross country skis.
Rapala VMC Corporation is a public company and it is listed on Helsinki Stock Exchange. Among its key shareholders are Viellard Migeon & Compagnie, Sofina Société Anonyme , ODIN Forvaltning AS, The State Pension Fund and other.
Our role in the transaction
Oaklins' team in Finland provided Rapala VMC Corporation with debt advisory services.
Talk to the deal team
Related deals
Rustins has been acquired by Remmers
Germany’s Remmers Gruppe SE has acquired UK coatings maker Rustins. The acquisition strengthens Remmers’ presence in the UK and expands its product portfolio and distribution channels. While Remmers has an established UK business focused on industrial flooring and wood coatings, Rustins brings complementary product ranges, established trade and distribution relationships and access to new customer groups in the DIY, painting and household retail sectors. Following completion, Rustins Group is wholly owned by Remmers, which has acquired all shares in Rustins Holdings Limited, including its operating company, Rustins Limited.
Learn moreMattina Holding has sold a 5% stake in Gens Aurea via accelerated bookbuild
Mattina Holding S.A. (DVC Partners) has sold a 5% stake in Italian company Gens Aurea S.p.A. through an accelerated bookbuild, raising approximately US$69.96 million.
Learn moreTNT has been acquired by PM Studio
TNT Group has been acquired by PM Studio Group, backed by Andera Partners, bringing together two complementary specialists in premium packaging for the beauty and luxury industries. TNT’s expertise in bespoke primary packaging complements PM Studio’s secondary packaging, gifting and creative design capabilities, creating a broader, integrated offering for major luxury brands. The transaction strengthens the group’s geographical footprint in Asia and the USA, diversifying its customer portfolio. The combined group generates over US$145 million in revenue and has approximately 150 employees worldwide. Following the transition of operational leadership to CEO Damon Kennish, the founders completed the sale to PM Studio while making a significant reinvestment alongside the management team, demonstrating their confidence in the combined group’s long-term potential. It aims to reach US$280 million in revenue by 2029 through organic growth, commercial synergies and further acquisitions.
Learn more