
-
June 6, 2024
Novastone Capital Advisors GmbH acquires 100% of the share capital of Mecavit S.r.l., a Castel Guelfo di Bologna-based company and leader in the industrial production of fasteners
Bologna, Italy – A group of Italian and international investors, led by Novastone Capital Advisors GmbH, a Swiss company that manages the largest Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition (ETA) program globally, has successfully completed the acquisition, through an SPV under Italian law, of Mecavit S.r.l., a leading company in the industrial production of fasteners.
Active for forty years, Mecavit S.r.l. is a trusted brand in the fastener manufacturing sector. The shareholders have guided the company through years of growth, building a reputation for high quality products. The sellers have reinvested in the project, ensuring its continuity.
The company will be led by Engineer Nicoletta Nutrito, a local resident with deep roots in the area, who brings with her a wealth of experience in national and international industry. Her vision is clear: to maintain high quality standards while promoting innovation and growth.
“Our goal” says Mr. Nutrito, “is to continue prioritising quality, technical know-how and reliability, while expanding our offer to new markets”.
Former shareholders Grillini and Verdoliva will continue to contribute alongside Mr Nutrito. Outgoing director Bruno Carafa, also on behalf of the other shareholders, commented “We are pleased to pass the baton to a manager from our area who, in addition to the right skills, shares our values and is motivated to ensure growth and continuity”.
The team of International Hi-Tech Consulting Srl, an advisory company of Smarp Advisor S.r.l., led by Marco Pizzi, with the support of Studio CS professionisti associati, in the person of partner Dr. Alberto Cattaneo, originated the transaction and managed the sale process for the sellers. Legal assistance for the sellers was provided by Studio Legale Bernardoni Bovina, with Avv. Aldo Bernardoni and Avv. Gianmarco Fogacci.
Novastone Capital Advisors Gmbh was assisted by Baldi & Partners – Avvocati e Commercialisti, with a team composed of the President Avv. Francesca Baldi, the Partner Dott.ssa Elena Viappiani, the Senior Associates Avv. Paolo Messarra, Avv. Leonardo Pellati and Avv. Simone Zobbi, as well as the Partner Avv. Sara Mandelli for the legal due diligence and the Senior Associate Dott.ssa Cristina Corradini for the tax due diligence. The financial due diligence was handled by Grant Thornton Financial Advisory Services S.r.l., with a team composed of the Associate Partner Antonio Aiuto, the Senior Consultant Giacomo Contento, and the Consultants Michela Loconsolo and Arianna Campanile.