DP Polska Sells Mastergrupa to Domino's Poland
Deal News | Apr 30, 2025 | CEE Legal Matters
Gessel provided legal advice to DP Polska Spolka Akcyjna in the sale of its franchise network operator, Mastergrupa, to Domino's Pizza Poland. Mastergrupa operates the Pizzeria Stopiatka network, while Domino's Pizza Poland serves as the master franchisee for Domino's across Poland and Croatia. The advisory team from Gessel was comprised of several partners, counsel, and associates, indicating a complex transaction requiring multifaceted legal expertise. Gessel, however, did not provide further comments when reached for additional information on the transaction.
Sectors
- Food & Beverage
- Legal Services
Geography
- Poland – The primary location of the transaction and operations of the involved companies—Mastergrupa and Domino's Pizza Poland—is Poland.
- Croatia – While Domino’s Pizza Poland is the master franchisee for Domino’s in Croatia, the specific transaction occurred in a broader regional context involving these two countries.
Industry
- Food & Beverage – This industry classification is relevant as both Domino's Pizza and Pizzeria Stopiatka are part of the food and beverage industry, focusing on fast-food and franchise operations.
- Legal Services – The involvement of the legal advisory firm Gessel in facilitating the transaction highlights the role of legal services within M&A activities.
Financials
Participants
| Name | Role | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| DP Polska Spolka Akcyjna | Vendor | Company | The selling company of Mastergrupa, responsible for the Pizzeria Stopiatka franchise. |
| Domino's Pizza Poland | Buyer | Company | The buyer of Mastergrupa, expanding its franchise network in Poland. |
| Gessel | Legal Advisor | Company | Provided legal counsel to DP Polska Spolka Akcyjna during the sale. |
| Mastergrupa | Target Company | Company | Operator of the Pizzeria Stopiatka franchise network in Poland. |