FAN Courier Expands with Marian's Trading Stake Acquisition
Deal News | Jan 29, 2025 | CEE Legal Matters
FAN Courier, a well-known shipping company, has taken a significant step in expanding its operational capabilities by acquiring a 60% stake in Marian's Trading, a customs brokerage firm. This strategic move has been facilitated by D&B David and Baias, the Romanian affiliate of PwC. The legal advisory team for this transaction was led by Partners Anda Rojanschi and Lucian Bozian, alongside a comprehensive team of counsel, managing, senior, and junior associates. Currently, the deal is pending regulatory approval, which could potentially influence both companies' operations and market standing. Despite inquiries, D&B David and Baias declined to comment further on this transaction.
Sectors
- Shipping and Logistics
- Customs Brokerage
- Legal Advisory
Geography
- Romania – The transaction involves Romanian companies and advisors, with the legal advisory firm based in Romania.
Industry
- Shipping and Logistics – FAN Courier operates within this sector as a shipping company and is expanding its capabilities with this acquisition.
- Customs Brokerage – Marian's Trading functions in this industry, providing customs brokerage services.
- Legal Advisory – D&B David and Baias, as a law firm, provides legal advisory services for the acquisition.
Financials
Participants
| Name | Role | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| FAN Courier | Acquiring Company | Company | A shipping company seeking to expand into customs brokerage. |
| Marian's Trading | Target Company | Company | A company specializing in customs brokerage, subject to acquisition. |
| D&B David and Baias | Legal Advisor | Company | Romanian affiliate of PwC providing legal services for the acquisition. |