Agiltek Completes Crucial Buyout in Italian Market

Deal News | Jan 29, 2025 | Finance Community IT - 1 Corporate M&A

Agiltek Completes Crucial Buyout in Italian Market

Agiltek, an Italian company situated in Gattinara, Vercelli, has successfully completed a buyout operation designed to ensure an effective generational transition and establish a firm foundation for further expansion in its key markets. As a prominent producer of chemical products for the electronic and agricultural sectors, Agiltek has strengthened its position in Europe, specifically in the production of ammoniacal etching liquid, a critical component for printed circuit manufacturers. Annually, the company produces millions of liters serving strategic markets such as Italy, Spain, France, and Slovenia. Additionally, Agiltek is playing a vital role in the circular economy by recycling spent etching liquid into valuable chemical products like copper oxychloride and Bordeaux mixture, used extensively in agriculture. The buyout also reinforced the leadership of Filippo Borasio, a partner and director at Agiltek, who has consolidated his stake in the company. Arpe Group, a Milanese corporate finance boutique specializing in extraordinary finance, mergers and acquisitions, and private debt, acted as a financial advisor for this transaction. The operation was managed by Arpe's Corporate & Investment Banking team, led by Marina Magr with senior manager Andrea Parodi and analysts Alessandro Seghesio and Alessandro Donati.

Sectors

  • Chemical Manufacturing
  • Corporate Finance and Advisory
  • Circular Economy

Geography

  • Italy – Agiltek is based in Gattinara, Vercelli, and operates primarily in European markets.
  • Europe – Agiltek's market reach extends to Italy, Spain, France, and Slovenia, influencing its production and recycling activities.

Industry

  • Chemical Manufacturing – Agiltek specializes in producing chemical products like ammoniacal etching liquid used in electronics and agriculture.
  • Corporate Finance and Advisory – Arpe Group provides M&A and financial advisory services, exemplified by their role in Agiltek's buyout.
  • Circular Economy – Agiltek engages in the treatment and recycling of chemical waste, converting it into valuable agricultural products.

Financials

    Participants

    NameRoleTypeDescription
    AgiltekTargetCompanyItalian chemical manufacturer specializing in electronics and agriculture sectors.
    Arpe GroupFinancial AdvisorCompanyMilanese corporate finance boutique advising on extraordinary finance and M&A deals.
    Filippo BorasioConsolidated StakeholderPersonPartner and director at Agiltek, whose stake in the company was reinforced by the buyout.
    Marina MagrHead of Corporate & Investment BankingPersonLeads the CIB team at Arpe Group responsible for advising Agiltek's buyout.
    Andrea ParodiSenior Manager, CIB TeamPersonPart of the team advising on the buyout at Arpe Group.
    Alessandro SeghesioAnalyst, CIB TeamPersonInvolved in the buyout advisory process at Arpe Group.
    Alessandro DonatiAnalyst, CIB TeamPersonParticipated in the buyout advisory at Arpe Group.