Acquisition of EuroCompliance by Certigroup
Largillière Finance advised Certigroup on the acquisition of EuroCompliance
Certigroup, a European certification group in digital trust and fraud prevention, is pleased to announce the acquisition of EuroCompliance, a leading French certification body in anti-corruption management system certification.
This strategic move represents an important milestone for Certigroup, extending its position in the prevention of corruption and the fight against fraud, and complementing its existing certification business. It underlines Certigroup’s commitment to expanding its presence and broadening its range of accredited standards in order to provide complete certification solutions to its customers in the private and public sectors. Through this acquisition, Certigroup, supported by Capital Croissance and Momentum Invest, will benefit from EuroCompliance’s compliance expertise. Certigroup was accompanied by the investment bank Largillière Finance in this external growth operation.
Under the terms of the agreement, the EuroCompliance business will remain based in France and operate as an independent company within the Certigroup group, providing anti-corruption certification services. Céleste Cornu and Philippe Lesoing will continue to jointly manage the team and the business. EuroCompliance customers can expect continuity in the delivery of services, with the same focus on excellence and personalization.
2024
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- Nicolas Ibanez
Counterpart
We are very pleased to welcome EuroCompliance to Certigroup. This acquisition fits perfectly with our long-term growth strategy, and positions us as a leader in the ISO37001 and ISO37002 certification landscape. At the same time, EuroCompliance's arrival within Certigroup reinforces our commitment to offering our growing customer base more certifications that bring real added value to organizations.
Didier Bienfait
President of Certigroup
We are delighted to share the news of Certigroup's acquisition of EuroCompliance. This union marks the beginning of a new phase of development for our company. Our strategy is to capitalize on our services and extend our influence. We look forward to working with Certigroup to realize this vision.
Céleste Cornu et Philippe Lesoing
President and General Manager of EuroCompliance
We are delighted to have supported Certigroup in this strategic operation. This external growth operation reinforces the group's expertise in digital trust and fraud prevention.
Nicolas Ibanez
Partner at Largillière Finance
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