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Bioconsult has been acquired by Kiwa N.V.

The private shareholders of Bioconsult have sold a stake in the company to Kiwa N.V. for an undisclosed consideration.

Bioconsult is a specialized microbiology laboratory which carries out tests related to water, occupational hygiene and food safety in the Netherlands. Bioconsult's main clients are consultancy firms, housing corporations and hospitality related businesses. Bioconsult was part of the Shield Group.

Kiwa is an independent organization that provides high quality certification. The company supports these certification activities with inspection, assessment, technical knowledge, research, training and data services. Kiwa works for clients from many sectors ranging from water, energy and construction to agriculture, feed and food, safety and the environment. Clients also come from sectors including processing industries, services, utilities sector and authorities.

Oaklins' team in the Netherlands advised the seller in this transaction.

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Maarten Wolleswinkel

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