Mlinar Group Acquired by Bosqar Invest in Major Deal
Deal News | Jan 13, 2025 | CEE Legal Matters
Bosqar Invest has acquired a 50.1% indirect stake in the Mlinar Group from MidEuropa Partners, as part of a larger transaction involving a 67% stake acquisition for EUR 100 million. Several prestigious legal firms, including Mamic Peric Reberski Rimac, BDK Advokati, and Gorjup, advised Bosqar Invest. Meanwhile, MidEuropa Partners received advice from Karanovic & Partners and Ilej & Partners, in collaboration with Dechert. Furthermore, Gospic, Plazina, Stojs advised Mr. Skojo, the former owner of Mlinar and a current shareholder of SEE Bakery, and were reportedly involved in advising the sellers. The consortium of legal experts facilitated this noteworthy transaction, positioning Bosqar Invest for increased presence and investment in the bakery industry, while MidEuropa Partners retains a minority stake and continues to support future growth.
Sectors
- Private Equity
- Legal Services
- Food and Beverage
Geography
- Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) – The deal involves legal firms and companies operating in the CEE region, highlighting its importance in this transaction.
Industry
- Private Equity – The acquisition of a stake in Mlinar Group involves significant participation by private equity firms such as MidEuropa Partners and Bosqar Invest.
- Legal Services – The diverse group of legal advisors involved in this transaction showcases the role of law firms in facilitating complex M&A activities.
- Food and Beverage – Mlinar Group, a participant in this transaction, operates in the Food and Beverage industry, specifically in the bakery sector.
Financials
- EUR 100 million – The total value of the acquisition for a 67% stake in Mlinar Group.
Participants
| Name | Role | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bosqar Invest | Bidding Company | Company | Bosqar Invest acquired a 50.1% stake in Mlinar Group as part of a larger acquisition. |
| Mlinar Group | Target Company | Company | Mlinar Group is a bakery company that was the target of the acquisition by Bosqar Invest. |
| MidEuropa Partners | Selling Company (Vendor) | Company | MidEuropa Partners sold its 50.1% indirect stake in Mlinar Group to Bosqar Invest while retaining a minority stake. |
| Mamic Peric Reberski Rimac | Legal Advisor | Company | Provided legal advice to Bosqar Invest in the acquisition. |
| BDK Advokati | Legal Advisor | Company | Advised Bosqar Invest alongside Mamic Peric Reberski Rimac. |
| Gorjup Law Office | Legal Advisor | Company | Provided legal assistance to Bosqar Invest for the acquisition. |
| Karanovic & Partners | Legal Advisor | Company | Offered legal advice to MidEuropa Partners in collaboration with Ilej & Partners. |
| Ilej & Partners | Legal Advisor | Company | Worked with Karanovic & Partners to advise MidEuropa Partners. |
| Dechert | Legal Advisor | Company | Collaborated with Karanovic & Partners in advising MidEuropa Partners. |
| Gospic, Plazina, Stojs | Legal Advisor | Company | Advised Mr. Skojo, the former owner of Mlinar and a shareholder of SEE Bakery, and reportedly advised the sellers. |