Bufab acquires Vital with Chiomenti's guidance
Deal News | Nov 28, 2024 | Legal Community Italy
Chiomenti, a prominent Italian law firm, has played a crucial role in assisting the Swedish company Bufab in acquiring the entire share capital of Vital, an Italian firm specializing in fastening systems. Bufab, listed on the Stockholm Stock Exchange and known for its operations in the C-parts sector, including screws, bolts, and gaskets, successfully acquired Vital from its founders: Dario Bernasconi, Luca Bernasconi, Daniele Pesce, Stefano Pesce, and Silvana Bottura. The legal assistance provided by Chiomenti was comprehensive, covering corporate M&A, with contributions from partner Filippo Modulo, managing associate Maria Vittoria Marchiolo, and associates Umberto Previti and Maria Giulia Casertano. Additionally, counsel Massimiliano Gualdi and associate Francesca Salonia were involved in employment law aspects. On the sellers’ side, legal expertise was offered by Izzi Toniatti Perron Cabus Martini & Partners, with partners Michele Toniatti and Andrea Maccarone focusing on corporate and contractual aspects, while Massimo Martini handled compliance and due diligence. The transaction was also supported by financial advisor Vittorio Curti, facilitating a smooth transition of ownership to Bufab.
Sectors
- Fastening Systems
- Legal Services
- Corporate Finance Advisory
Geography
- Italy – Vital is an Italian company, and the acquisition reflects Bufab's strategic expansion in Italy.
- Sweden – Bufab is a Sweden-based company, publicly listed on the Stockholm Stock Exchange.
Industry
- Fastening Systems – The acquisition involves companies active in the fastening systems sector, dealing with screws, bolts, and related products.
- Legal Services – The transaction was facilitated by legal firms providing corporate M&A and compliance services.
- Corporate Finance Advisory – Financial advisors played a vital role in the transition of ownership and assessment of the acquisition.
Financials
Participants
| Name | Role | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bufab | Buyer | Company | A Swedish company listed on the Stockholm Stock Exchange, active in the C-parts fastening sector. |
| Vital | Target | Company | An Italian company specializing in fastening systems, the acquisition target. |
| Chiomenti | Legal Advisor | Company | An Italian law firm providing corporate M&A and employment law services to Bufab. |
| Izzi Toniatti Perron Cabus Martini & Partners | Legal Advisor | Company | Provided legal services to the sellers for corporate and contractual compliance. |
| Dario Bernasconi | Seller (Founder) | Person | One of the founders of Vital and a seller in the transaction. |
| Luca Bernasconi | Seller (Founder) | Person | One of the founders of Vital and a seller in the transaction. |
| Daniele Pesce | Seller (Founder) | Person | One of the founders of Vital and a seller in the transaction. |
| Stefano Pesce | Seller (Founder) | Person | One of the founders of Vital and a seller in the transaction. |
| Silvana Bottura | Seller (Founder) | Person | One of the founders of Vital and a seller in the transaction. |
| Vittorio Curti | Financial Advisor | Person | Provided financial advisory services to the sellers. |
| Filippo Modulo | Legal Partner | Person | Partner at Chiomenti, involved in corporate M&A aspects of the deal. |
| Maria Vittoria Marchiolo | Managing Associate | Person | Managing associate at Chiomenti, contributing to the corporate M&A aspects. |
| Umberto Previti | Associate | Person | Associate at Chiomenti, involved in the corporate M&A aspects. |
| Maria Giulia Casertano | Associate | Person | Associate at Chiomenti, involved in the corporate M&A aspects. |
| Massimiliano Gualdi | Counsel | Person | Counsel at Chiomenti, involved in employment law aspects of the deal. |
| Francesca Salonia | Associate | Person | Associate at Chiomenti, involved in employment law aspects. |
| Michele Toniatti | Legal Partner | Person | Partner at Izzi Toniatti Perron Cabus Martini & Partners, assisting in corporate and contractual aspects. |
| Andrea Maccarone | Legal Partner | Person | Partner at Izzi Toniatti Perron Cabus Martini & Partners, assisting in corporate and contractual aspects. |
| Massimo Martini | Legal Partner | Person | Partner at Izzi Toniatti Perron Cabus Martini & Partners, handling compliance and due diligence. |