DBInformation Strengthens with Acquisition of Ediman
Deal News | Apr 17, 2025 | Legal Community Italy
DBInformation, a prominent editorial group, has strategically acquired Ediman, a leading Italian media company specializing in events and congresses. This acquisition enhances DBInformation's portfolio, integrating a historic player in the Italian meeting industry and leveraging its experience and potential. LCA Studio Legale provided legal assistance to DBInformation throughout the acquisition, with a team led by partner Edoardo Calcaterra. Key participants included managing associate Federica Pecorini, associate Angelika Mascotti, and trainee Bianca Neppi Modona. Financial and fiscal due diligence was managed by Grant Thornton, while legal advisory to Ediman's shareholders was provided by Davide Mazzaferro’s law firm and Studio Codeluppi with Vittorio Codeluppi and Elena Gazzola.
Sectors
- Media and Entertainment
- Legal Services
- Corporate Finance and Advisory
Geography
- Italy – The acquisition involves Italian companies DBInformation and Ediman, and the advisory services are provided by legal and financial firms based in Italy.
Industry
- Media and Entertainment – The media company Ediman operates within the media and events industry, specializing in organizing events and congresses.
- Legal Services – LCA Studio Legale and other legal firms were involved in facilitating and advising on the acquisition process.
- Corporate Finance and Advisory – Grant Thornton conducted financial and fiscal due diligence in the acquisition, contributing to the advisory role.
Financials
Participants
| Name | Role | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| DBInformation | Acquirer | Company | An editorial group with over 100 employees, seeking strategic growth through acquisitions. |
| Ediman | Target | Company | An Italian media company focused on the events and congress industry. |
| LCA Studio Legale | Legal Advisor | Company | A law firm that assisted DBInformation in the acquisition. |
| Grant Thornton | Financial and Fiscal Due Diligence | Company | Conducted due diligence to ensure a smooth transaction. |
| Davide Mazzaferro | Legal Advisor | Company | Provided legal advice to the shareholders of Ediman. |
| Studio Codeluppi | Legal Advisor | Company | Acted as a legal advisor for Ediman's shareholders. |