Findis groupe

Findis

Home equipment distribution

Findis was a wholesaler between manufacturers and independent retailers of household appliances and kitchen tools. At the time of Abenex’s acquisition, the group acted as a purchasing center and marketing services provider for independent retailers. Findis was one of the leading players in the French market. Findis’ business consisted of two separate activities, each with separate customers:

Date of capital investment

June 2007

Type of deal

BIMBO

Turnover

176m€

Number of employees

275

Date of transfer

March 2011

Type of transfer

Cession à Activa
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