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18.02.2025 16 min read
NautaDutilh Luxembourg has successfully assisted MidEuropa, a leading private equity investor with deep roots in Central Europe, in the sale of Profi Food Rom, Romania’s leading convenience and proximity supermarket chain, to Ahold Delhaize. The transaction, valued at €1.3 billion, marks the largest grocery deal ever in continental Europe involving private equity and the largest grocery deal ever in Central and Eastern Europe.

Profi Food Rom, established as a market leader in Romania, operates an extensive network of convenience and proximity stores across the country. The company has been pivotal in transforming the retail landscape in Romania, offering a wide range of products and services to meet the needs of local consumers. Ahold Delhaize, one of the world’s largest food retail groups listed on the Amsterdam and Brussels stock exchanges, is set to further expand its footprint in Central and Eastern Europe through this strategic acquisition. The deal underscores Ahold Delhaize’s commitment to growth and innovation in the food retail sector.

Following the acquisition, Ahold Delhaize aims to leverage Profi’s established market presence and operational expertise to enhance its service offerings and drive growth in the region. The transaction is expected to bring significant synergies and operational efficiencies, benefiting both companies and their stakeholders.

We are proud to have guided MidEuropa through this landmark transaction, securing a successful exit and positioning Profi for continued growth under Ahold Delhaize’s stewardship.
Caroline Notté, corporate and M&A law partner

The NautaDutilh team also included Hédi Khedache-Thiriet, Sarah Sorensen, and Mathieu Alempic from our Corporate M&A practice. They worked alongside UK counsel White & Case W&C and Romanian counsel Radu Taracila Padurari Retevoescu (RTPR) to ensure a seamless and successful transaction.

This deal highlights NautaDutilh’s expertise in handling high-value, complex transactions in the European market, reinforcing our position as a leading legal advisor in the region.

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