Consortium wants to take over InPost for 7.8 billion euros

A consortium backed by Advent International and FedEx has submitted a public takeover bid for the Polish parcel logistics company InPost. The aim of the transaction is the complete takeover of the company and its subsequent delisting from the Euronext Amsterdam stock exchange. The investors involved - including funds managed by Advent International, the FedEx subsidiary FCWB, A&R Investments and the PPF Group - have submitted their offer via the specially established company IS Iris Lux Bidco. Shareholders are being offered EUR 15.60 per share in cash. Valuation of 7.8 billion euros The offer price values InPost at a total of 7.8 billion euros. According to the bidders, this corresponds to a premium of 53% on the volume-weighted average share price of the last three months prior to the announcement of the offer. At the time of the announcement, shareholders representing approximately 48% of the outstanding InPost shares had already signaled their support for the transaction. The necessary regulatory approvals have already been obtained in several countries. The outstanding review procedures are expected to be completed in the second half of 2026. The official offer period runs from May 26 to July 27, 2026, unless it is extended. The takeover is also expected to be completed in the second half of 2026. Delisting and further expansion planned Following the successful completion of the transaction, the consortium plans to delist InPost from the stock exchange. Depending on the proportion of shares tendered, either a squeeze-out procedure or a restructuring under company law with subsequent liquidation of the listed company will be carried out. The investors emphasize that the takeover is intended to accelerate InPost's growth strategy. Further investments are planned in the Europe-wide network of automated parcel stations as well as in digital services for consumers and e-commerce companies. In addition, the expansion in important European markets is to be continued. These include France, Spain, Portugal, Italy, the Benelux countries and the UK. Despite the takeover, InPost will retain its brand name. The company's headquarters will also remain in Poland. Strong growth in the parcel business The takeover bid follows a phase of strong operational growth. In the first quarter of 2026, InPost delivered a total of 359.2 million parcels, exceeding the previous year's figure by 32%. Revenue rose by 31% to 3.9 billion złoty (around 900 million euros) in the same period. With its network of automated parcel stations, InPost is now one of the leading e-commerce logistics companies in Europe. The investors see considerable further potential, particularly in the continuing growth of online retail and the demand for flexible delivery solutions. The post Consortium wants to take over InPost for 7.8 billion euros appeared first on ostwirtschaft.de.