Euromedia Group

Founded in 1991 and based in Prague, Czech Republic, Euromedia Group specializes in publishing a wide range of literary products and services, including books across various genres, serving a diverse readership. Euromedia Group is a Czech publishing company that focuses on producing books for various demographics. Established in 1991 in Prague, it was founded by Paolo Luchetti and has grown to become a prominent publisher in the region. The company underwent a significant change in ownership in March 2017 when Rockaway acquired Euro Media Group S.

A. from Arraviet s. r. o.

, completing the transaction without disclosing financial terms. The current CEO is Bruno Gallais. The company has successfully completed one deal to date, with the most recent deal occurring in March 2017. Euromedia Group offers a diverse portfolio through its 13 publishing brands and one audiobook publishing house.

It specializes in a variety of literary genres, including literary fiction, children's literature, self-help, spiritual literature, science fiction, and thrillers. The company operates Luxor Palace, the largest bookstore in Central Europe, along with 37 retail locations across 21 cities in the Czech Republic and its e-commerce platform luxor. cz. Furthermore, Euromedia is the largest book distributor in the Czech Republic, catering to bookstores, hypermarkets, and online retailers, thus ensuring widespread access to its publications.

In 2022, Euromedia Group reported a revenue of USD 88. 06 mn and an EBITDA of USD 8. 27 mn, generated through retail sales, distribution partnerships, and loyalty programs. The company engages in both direct-to-consumer sales and B2B transactions with bookstores, bolstered by its loyalty program serving over 200,000 active members, which fosters repeat business and customer loyalty.

Euromedia Group is focused on enhancing its product offerings and market reach. The company is developing new titles across various genres, although specific release dates have not been disclosed. Plans include expanding its geographic footprint beyond the Czech Republic into neighboring markets, aimed to be executed by 2025. The acquisition in March 2017 is expected to facilitate this growth strategy as the company leverages its resources to support new initiatives.