Cross Border M&A Deals in Finland
Finnish M&A transactions
Cross border m&a is the core business of Corporate Finance in Europe. M&A opportunities occur in the unification of the European market of which Finland is an important part. When selling a Finnish business it makes most sense to look for buyers in the broader area of Europe. The M&A advisors of CFIE are monitoring the European market closely. We see various cross border m&a deals which are of importance for the shape of your industry and country. In this section we show some recent m&a deals with a Finnish background which could affect your strategic plans. The deals have some relevant perspectives.
If you are a business owner and convinced of the concept of cross border M&A don’t hesitate to contact us by email or phone. Not only can we provide you with an advisor who speaks your language but also with an advisor who knows your industry.
2011 Cross Border M&A Deal in Finland
The M&A transaction allows Sartorius to strengthen its position with end customers and distributors. Significant growth is expected through the combination and extension of its sales activities. The deal was completed on 15 December 2011.
| Acquirer | Sartorius Lab Holding GmbH | |
| Country Acquirer |  |
Germany |
| Target | Biohit Oyj | |
| Country target |  |
Finland |
| Purchase price | 68m Euro | |
| Industry | Biotechnology |
2011 M&A transaction in Finland
Due to the M&A deal Multivac will be able to expand its product portfolio of line automation, robotics and palletizing systems. Multivac will strengthen its presence in Scandinavia, and extend its range of ABB robots and monitoring systems. The deal allows Trimaster to contribute its expertise in robotics and automation within the Multivac Group and be able to develop it sustainably. The cross border deal offers the opportunity to offer automation for a range of requirements in the food processing sector. The deal was completed on 9 December 2011.
| Acquirer | Multivac Sepp Haggenmuller GmbH & Co. KG | |
| Country Acquirer | |
Germany |
| Target | Trimaster Oy | |
| Country target | |
Finland |
| Purchase price | Undisclosed | |
| Industry | Packaging solutions |
2011 Finnish M&A deal
The cross border deal allows Konecranes to strengthen its position in Switzerland. The transaction was completed on 30 November 2011.
| Acquirer | Konecranes Oyj | |
| Country Acquirer | |
Finland |
| Target | ABB Schweiz AG - Crane Systems Business | |
| Country target |  |
Switzerland |
| Purchase price | Undisclosed | |
| Industry | Manufacturing – Lifting equipment |
