ROCA Divests Stake in Artesana

Deal News | Jul 16, 2025 | RTPR

RTPR, a renowned law firm, has advised ROCA Investments on the sale of its shareholding in Artesana, a leading producer of premium natural artisanal dairy products in Romania. ROCA Investments, a private equity firm known for facilitating the growth of Romanian small and medium enterprises (SMEs), successfully divested its stake with the assistance of a legal team coordinated by Alina Stavaru, Partner at RTPR. The legal firm's Corporate/M&A practice is celebrated for its track record in high-profile transactions, making significant contributions to numerous high-value deals within Central and Eastern Europe. The transaction represents yet another example of RTPR's expertise in navigating complex M&A mandates, validated by international legal guides like Legal 500, Chambers & Partners, and IFLR1000.

Sectors

Private Equity
Legal Services
Dairy Industry

Geography

Romania – The transaction involved Romanian companies and reflects the local private equity and M&A landscape.
Central Europe – RTPR's involvement in high-profile transactions across Central Europe is highlighted, impacting regional M&A activity.

Industry

Private Equity – The article discusses ROCA Investments, a private equity company, and its role in investing in Romanian SMEs.
Legal Services – RTPR, a law firm, provided legal advisory services for the transaction, showcasing its M&A expertise.
Dairy Industry – Artesana, the target company, operates in the dairy sector, producing premium natural artisanal dairy products.

Financials

Participants

Name	Role	Type	Description
ROCA Investments	Selling Company	Company	A private equity firm focused on Romanian SMEs, providing capital solutions and growth strategies.
Artesana	Target Company	Company	A renowned local producer of premium natural artisanal dairy products in Romania.
RTPR	Legal Advisor	Company	A law firm with substantial expertise in high-profile M&A transactions, advising ROCA on the sale.