Mercamer Oy
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Mercamer Oy - overview
Established
1973
Location
Vantaa, -, Finland
Primary Industry
Chemicals
About
Mercamer Oy is a Finnish company specializing in high-quality packaging solutions, offering innovative machinery and materials that improve efficiency and sustainability across various industries. Founded in 1973 and headquartered in Vantaa, Finland, Mercamer Oy provides specialized packaging solutions. The company was acquired by OptiGroup AB in January 2018, solidifying its position within the packaging sector. Mercamer Oy specializes in high-quality packaging materials and machinery, focusing on innovative solutions that enhance efficiency and reduce costs for businesses.
Their core offerings include packaging machinery, corrosion prevention products, and a variety of packaging materials such as cardboard boxes, stretch films, and protective cushioning. These products cater to manufacturers, retailers, and logistics providers, optimizing their packaging processes while minimizing environmental impact. Mercamer operates predominantly in Finland, serving clients in Vantaa, Turku, Vaasa, Tampere, Kuopio, Oulu, and Jyväskylä, and prioritizes sustainability in its offerings. In 2023, Mercamer Oy reported a revenue of USD 35.
88 mn, with an EBITDA of USD 4. 00 mn, generated through direct sales of packaging products and machinery, complemented by consulting services for cost-efficient packaging solutions. Mercamer Oy aims to design and launch new packaging products, although specific release dates have not been disclosed. The company is strategically planning to expand its market reach into new geographic regions, focusing on increasing its presence in Northern Europe by 2025.
The acquisition by OptiGroup AB in January 2018 is expected to bolster these initiatives, allowing for enhanced resources and support in executing these growth strategies.
Current Investors
OptiGroup AB
Primary Industry
Chemicals
Sub Industries
Adhesives & Sealants
Website
www.mercamer.fi
Company Stage
Add-on
Total Amount Raised
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Mercamer Oy - timeline of key events

Mercamer Oy - financials
| Fiscal Year Ended | Dec 31, 2010 | Dec 31, 2011 | Dec 31, 2012 | Dec 31, 2013 | Dec 31, 2014 | Dec 31, 2015 | Dec 31, 2016 | Dec 31, 2017 | Dec 31, 2018 | Dec 31, 2019 | Dec 31, 2020 | Dec 31, 2021 | Dec 31, 2022 | Dec 31, 2023 | Dec 31, 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue (USD) | 21,592,532.5 | 24,092,604.6 | 24,037,677.7 | 23,036,901.5 | 24,620,786.8 | 24,693,793.7 | 25,739,712.9 | 28,254,211.9 | 30,417,165.5 | 29,727,292.4 | 29,180,310.5 | 32,931,700.2 | - | - | - |
| % Revenue Growth (YoY) | - | 11.6% | (0.2%) | (4.2%) | 6.9% | 0.3% | 4.2% | 9.8% | 7.7% | (2.3%) | (1.8%) | 12.9% | - | - | - |
| EBITDA (USD) | 2,014,571.7 | 1,587,685.1 | 1,662,718.7 | 1,201,266.2 | 1,491,826.4 | 1,510,859.4 | 1,655,898.6 | 2,000,558.4 | 2,283,568.2 | 2,567,830.5 | 2,244,120.5 | 3,313,234.8 | - | - | - |
| Operating Income (USD) | 1,933,726.1 | 1,477,647.9 | 1,546,226.4 | 1,077,490.4 | 1,336,852 | 1,365,285.2 | 1,534,997.5 | 1,858,902.8 | 2,145,393.7 | 2,470,181.8 | 2,112,956.2 | 3,181,814.7 | - | - | - |
| Operating Margin | 9.0% | 6.1% | 6.4% | 4.7% | 5.4% | 5.5% | 6.0% | 6.6% | 7.1% | 8.3% | 7.2% | 9.7% | - | - | - |
| % EBITDA Margin | 9.3% | 6.6% | 6.9% | 5.2% | 6.1% | 6.1% | 6.4% | 7.1% | 7.5% | 8.6% | 7.7% | 10.1% | - | - | - |
| NET Income (USD) | 369.4 | 413.1 | 58.3 | 17.3 | 30.1 | 38.7 | 120.5 | 30.3 | 1,679,892.4 | 1,952,502.8 | 1,676,530 | 2,528,804.6 | - | - | - |
| % Net Margin | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 5.5% | 6.6% | 5.7% | 7.7% | - | - | - |
Mercamer Oy - 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 | Completed | Mercamer Oy | - |
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Mercamer Oy - employee data


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