Company in automotive transport

The company is located in the Netherlands and provides car transport throughout Europe (specialization distribution Benelux). The company provides large volumes as well as single car transport. Through years of experience in car transport, the company has developed into a leading player in the market.

Business activitiesThe company transports new, used, import, export and lease cars. In addition, there is a good spread across the various sectors the company works for. This makes the company less dependent on negative trends within certain sectors.

DistinctivenessThe company is distinguished by the expertise, knowledge and experience of its personnel. In addition, the company has an up-to-date fleet of trucks in good condition (approximately 40 tractor units). Due to the expert and well-trained staff and up-to-date fleet, the company is able to provide a suitable solution for all kinds of transport issues.Possible acquisition of the compound operations of +/- 500 cars is negotiable.

Structure and organizationThe organization has a (relatively) fixed customer base, which expands annually. In addition, the company has a workforce of approximately 40 employees.There is low turnover, a flat structure and a hands-on mentality. Responsibilities across staff are well distributed.

FinancialBoth the financial positions and returns of the company can be called good:

• Revenue for the 2021 fiscal year was approximately €6.5 million;
• EBITDA margin for fiscal year 2021 was approximately 7%;
• Revenue for fiscal year 2022 is expected to increase significantly with EBITDA increasing slightly.

Reason for saleOne of the current entrepreneurs intends to shift his attention to other activities. The entrepreneur is willing to take care of an orderly transfer of the company for a period to be determined in advance. The other entrepreneur is open to remaining operationally involved with the business after the transfer (possibly long-term).

Takeover candidateThe company is suitable for a strategic party or an investment company. An MBI candidate with industry affinity and sufficient financial resources is also welcome.

TransactionSellers prefer a share transaction. The sellers wish to sell 100% of the shares.