Rohlik Group Secures EUR 90 Million Boost from EIB
Deal News | Jan 14, 2025 | CEE Legal Matters
Rohlik Group, an online food delivery service, has secured a EUR 90 million loan from the European Investment Bank (EIB) under its Scale-Up initiative. The financing, which was facilitated by legal advisors White & Case, is aimed at enhancing Rohlik's operational capabilities through automation of distribution centers and improving customer experience. The company plans to use the funds to bolster its expansion strategy across Europe, including markets such as the Czech Republic, Germany, Hungary, Austria, and Romania. The legal team from White & Case included members from its offices in Prague, Berlin, Hamburg, and Luxembourg.
Sectors
- Online Food Delivery
- Financial Services
- Legal Advisory
Geography
- European Union – The European Investment Bank and Rohlik's operations across countries like the Czech Republic, Germany, Hungary, Austria, and Romania make this geographically relevant to the EU.
Industry
- Online Food Delivery – Rohlik Group operates in the online food delivery sector, offering services in several European countries.
- Financial Services – The European Investment Bank's involvement classifies this as part of the financial services industry due to the provision of a significant loan.
- Legal Advisory – White & Case provided legal advisory services for this transaction.
Financials
- EUR 90 Million – The amount of the guaranteed loan provided by EIB to facilitate Rohlik's operations and expansion.
Participants
| Name | Role | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rohlik Group | Target Company | Company | An online food delivery service provider in several European countries. |
| European Investment Bank (EIB) | Loan Provider | Company | Provides financial loans for large-scale projects within the EU. |
| White & Case | Legal Advisor | Company | An international law firm advising Rohlik Group on the EIB financing. |