Ryde B.V. Strengthens Its Presence by Acquiring D.R.C.

Deal News | Jul 08, 2025 | Finance Community IT - 1 Corporate M&A

The Dutch company Ryde B.V., associated with the multinational group Sapim, has acquired the majority stake in the Italian firm D.R.C., which has over 30 years of experience in producing high-performance Italian-made rims. This acquisition is set to bolster Ryde's position in the European cycling market by expanding its portfolio, especially in innovative performance rim segments. Ryde was advised on due diligence by Experta Audit, with financial aspects managed by 110Advisory, and legal counsel provided by Casa & Associati. D.R.C. received corporate advice from Studio Bonaiti e Associati and tax and employment advice from Studio Corno.

Sectors

Cycling Manufacturing
Corporate Finance

Geography

Netherlands – Home country of Ryde B.V., the acquiring company.
Italy – Location of the target company, D.R.C., which was acquired by Ryde B.V.

Industry

Cycling Manufacturing – The acquisition involves companies that specialize in the design and production of bicycle rims, a key component of the cycling manufacturing industry.
Corporate Finance – The transaction involved several financial and corporate advisory services to facilitate the acquisition.

Financials

Participants

Name	Role	Type	Description
Ryde B.V.	Acquirer	Company	An established Dutch company specializing in the design and production of bicycle rims, part of the Sapim group.
D.R.C.	Target Company	Company	Italian company with over 30 years of experience in high-performance rim manufacturing.
Experta Audit	Due Diligence Advisor	Company	Provided due diligence services for Ryde.
110Advisory	Financial Advisor	Company	Managed financial aspects of the acquisition for Ryde.
Casa & Associati	Legal Advisor	Company	Provided legal counsel to Ryde.
Studio Bonaiti e Associati	Corporate Advisor	Company	Advised D.R.C. on corporate matters.
Studio Corno	Tax and Employment Advisor	Company	Assisted D.R.C. with tax and employment matters.