Golocal is acquiring Boulangerie Pâtisserie Associées to enhance its BtoB and BtoC offerings, effectively doubling its workforce and consolidating revenues to strengthen its market position.

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The Golocal group, which encompasses the Soprauvergne and Patifrais brands, specializes in the production and sale of frozen raw puff pastry and fresh catering products. Under the guidance of Albarest Partners, Golocal is acquiring Boulangerie Pâtisserie Associées (BPA), a leading player in the bakery and pastry sector in the Grand Ouest region of France. This acquisition aims to enrich Golocal's BtoB offerings and expand its commercial reach into new geographical areas across the country, all while maintaining a strong commitment to social impact.

This transformative external growth operation will allow Golocal to double its workforce, increasing from 230 to 430 employees, and achieving a consolidated revenue of €45 million. The merger with BPA marks Golocal's first major expansion since Albarest Partners acquired a majority stake through the Albacap 1 fund.

Industry Overview in France

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