Strengthening market position in the energy sector and expanding presence in Northwest Europe
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Mabanaft GmbH & Co. KG, a leading independent energy company, has acquired 100% of the shares in WESTFA Energy GmbH from Adeleon Familienholding GmbH.
Globally recognized for trading refined oil products such as gasoline, diesel and heating oil, Mabanaft is active in procurement, transportation, storage and distribution. The company is proactively driving energy transition and offers a broad and flexible product range, including low-carbon fuel solutions that serve both conventional and innovative markets.
We are excited to announce the successful completion of the WESTFA Energy acquisition, a strategic move that reinforces Mabanaft’s commitment to growth and innovation in the energy sector. This acquisition not only grows our market presence in Northwest Europe but also opens up new growth and value creation opportunities for Mabanaft. Oaklins has been an invaluable partner through the entire process. With their exceptional dedication, the team have been crucial in navigating through the complexities of this deal. We highly appreciate their strategic guidance and heavy operational support which have enabled us to strengthen our vision for WESTFA and Mabanaft, and which will help to take our business to the next level.RICHARD PRATT, HEAD OF STRATEGY, MABANAFT GMBH & CO. KG, GERMANY
Oaklins was instrumental in facilitating this deal
Oaklins’ team in Germany acted as the exclusive buy-side M&A advisor to Mabanaft and supported the deal team in valuing the business, negotiating the transaction terms, and organizing the due diligence process with multiple internal and external work streams.
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