Houlihan Lokey Advises Okamac

Transaction: Okamac

Houlihan Lokey is pleased to announce that Okamac (the company), the French leader in refurbished Apple computers and tablets, has been acquired by Meridiam GIGF (Green Impact Growth Fund), a growth equity fund dedicated to the ecological transition.

Based in Angers, the company offers one of the widest choices on the market in the MacBook, iMac, Mac Mini and Mac Pro segments. Its integrated model and development strategy are based on maximum demands in terms of innovation and quality while preserving an efficient economic model focused on social and environmental impact.

All the computers in its catalogue are fully inspected, tested, cleaned, and then refurbished to the highest standard of quality and reliability possible. In addition to a high level of performance and attractive price points, these computers have a tangible and positive impact on the environment. Over the past three years, more than 19,000 tonnes of CO2 have been avoided thanks to the several tens of thousands of computers sold each year by Okamac.

In partnership with the management team, including Okamac founder Alban Régnier and Managing Director Juliette Vogler, Meridiam's investment will support the company’s significant growth, strengthening its leading position in the French market B2C and B2B markets and accelerate its international development while continuing its efforts in innovation and R&D.

Houlihan Lokey served as sellside advisor to Okamac, highlighting the firm’s strength in the circular economy segment.

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