Crest Capital Partners Secures Majority Stake in Vigobloco
Deal News | Mar 13, 2025 | Iberian Lawyer
Crest Capital Partners has acquired a majority stake in Vigobloco Pr Fabricados, a leading company in the production of concrete products for the construction industry. The acquisition, facilitated by the law firm Proença de Carvalho, had a transnational scope involving jurisdictions in Portugal and France. The advisory team at Proença de Carvalho was led by Partner André Matias de Almeida and coordinated by M&A associate Miguel Almeida Simões, with the participation of lawyers Gonçalo Poejo Grilo, Mariana Castro Pereira, Bruno Matias, and Igor Amarii. The transaction required navigating complex legal frameworks due to the involvement of multiple jurisdictions and the competition authority.
Sectors
- Construction Materials
- Legal Services
- Private Equity
Geography
- Portugal – Proença de Carvalho is based in Portugal, where part of the transaction's jurisdiction lies.
- France – The acquisition of Vigobloco also involves jurisdiction in France, emphasizing the transnational nature of the deal.
Industry
- Construction Materials – Vigobloco Pr Fabricados is involved in the production of concrete products, which are essential in the construction materials industry.
- Legal Services – Proença de Carvalho provided legal advisory services for the acquisition, highlighting the role of legal firms in facilitating corporate transactions.
- Private Equity – Crest Capital Partners is a private equity firm involved in acquiring a majority stake, representing investment activities typical in the private equity industry.
Financials
Participants
| Name | Role | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crest Capital Partners | Bidding Company | Company | A private equity firm that acquired a majority stake in Vigobloco Pr Fabricados. |
| Vigobloco Pr Fabricados | Target Company | Company | A company specializing in the production of concrete products for construction. |
| Proença de Carvalho | Legal Advisor | Company | A law firm that provided legal advisory services for the acquisition of Vigobloco. |
| André Matias de Almeida | Partner | Person | Led Proença de Carvalho's advisory team for the acquisition deal. |
| Miguel Almeida Simões | M&A Associate | Person | Coordinated the operation at Proença de Carvalho. |