Elis continues its targeted acquisition strategy w
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Elis continues its targeted acquisition strategy with the acquisition of Blanchisserie Blésoise in France
Saint Cloud, March 13, 2017 - Elis, the leading multi-services group in Europe and Latin America, specializing in the rental and maintenance of professional clothing, textile articles, hygiene and well-being appliances, has closed the acquisition of Blanchisserie Blésoise (La Blésoise) in France.
La Blésoise was created in 1920 and operates one laundry in Blois, serving mainly Healthcare and Hospitality clients in the Centre-Val de Loire and Ile-de-France regions. In 2017, La Blésoise's revenue should amount to c. 12 million euros. The company is consolidated in Elis's accounts as from March, 1 st , 2017.
Commenting on this announcement, Xavier Martiré, CEO of Elis , said:
"With the acquisition of La Blésoise, Elis strengthens its positions in the Val de Loire and Ile de France regions, and densifies its clients portfolio in the Healthcare segment, which is a structurally growing market. The speedy integration of La Blésoise and its 180 employees, along with de transfer of know-how, should contribute to Elis' profitable growth."
Contact
Nicolas Buron , Investor Relations Director - Phone: +33 1 75 49 93 93 - nicolas.buron@elis.com
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