Findis

Home equipment distribution

Findis was a wholesaler between manufacturers and independent retailers of household appliances and kitchen tools. At the time of Abenex’s acquisition, the group acted as a purchasing center and marketing services provider for independent retailers. Findis was one of the leading players in the French market. Findis’ business consisted of two separate activities, each with separate customers:

Date d'entrée au capital

June 2007

Type de deal

BIMBO

Chiffre d'affaires

176m€

Nombre d'employés

275

Date de cession

March 2011

Type de cession

Cession à Activa

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