EMPWR B.V.
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EMPWR B.V. - overview
Established
2015
Location
Ghent, -, Belgium
Primary Industry
Food
About
Based in Belgium, EMPWR B. V. specializes in the production of nutrition bars, providing tailored solutions for retailers and brand owners focused on healthier snack options using innovative production techniques. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Ghent, Belgium, EMPWR B.
V. focuses on the nutrition bar sector, offering both custom-made and standard products. The company has undergone strategic pivots since its inception and was acquired by Waterland Private Equity Investments B. V.
in June 2017. The founder's history is not specified, and there are no known subsidiaries. EMPWR specializes in the production of custom-made and standard range nutrition bars, catering to a diverse clientele that includes retailers, brand owners, and emerging brands within the food industry. Their main product offerings encompass a variety of protein bars, uncoated bars, nut bars, granola bars, crisp bars, and fruit bars, designed to meet the increasing consumer demand for healthier snack options.
EMPWR integrates innovation and quality, utilizing state-of-the-art technology to deliver scalable and adaptable products, serving markets globally, including Europe, North America, and parts of Asia. In the most recent financial year of 2024, EMPWR reported a revenue of USD 180. 39 mn and an EBITDA of USD 8. 51 mn.
The company generates revenue through direct partnerships and transactions with retailers and wholesalers, engaging in custom manufacturing processes that allow clients to create tailored nutrition bars that align with their brand vision. EMPWR plans to expand its product line with new offerings aimed at health-conscious consumers, although specific release dates are yet to be announced. The company is targeting expansion into new markets in Asia and North America by 2025. The funds from the acquisition deal in June 2017 will be utilized to support these initiatives, enhancing production capabilities and market reach.
Current Investors
Waterland
Primary Industry
Food
Sub Industries
Business Support Services, Snack Foods, Packaging
Website
www.empwrnutrition.com
Verticals
Manufacturing
Company Stage
Mature - Buyout
Total Amount Raised
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EMPWR B.V. - financials
| Fiscal Year Ended | Dec 31, 2020 | Dec 31, 2021 | Dec 31, 2022 | Dec 31, 2023 | Dec 31, 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue (USD) | 80,105 | - | - | - | - |
| % Revenue Growth (YoY) | - | (100.0%) | - | - | - |
| EBITDA (USD) | (1,062,266) | (168,555) | - | - | - |
| Operating Income (USD) | (1,068,640) | (210,278) | - | - | - |
| Operating Margin | (1334.0%) | - | - | - | - |
| % EBITDA Margin | (1326.1%) | - | - | - | - |
| NET Income (USD) | (2,304,084) | (1,745,199) | - | - | - |
| % Net Margin | (2876.3%) | - | - | - | - |
EMPWR B.V. - deals
| Deals Type | Deal Status | Target (s) | Deal Date | Investor(s) | Seller(s) | Deal size (Mn) | Enterprise value (Mn) | Post-money valuation (Mn) | EBITDA multiple (x) | Revenue multiple (x) | Lead partner (s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Add-on, Trade Sale | Completed | Noble Foods Nutrition Inc. | - | ||||||||
| Buyout | Completed | EMPWR B.V. | - | ||||||||
| Buyout | Completed | EMPWR B.V. | - |
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