Venture Life Group plc Acquires BBI Healthcare (BBIH) from Exponent
June 7, 2021
Venture Life Group plc has agreed to acquire BBI Healthcare (BBIH), the consumer self-care division of BBI Group, from private equity owner Exponent. BBIH — owner of brands including Balance Activ, GlucoGel and LIFT with broad UK retail distribution and a Swedish manufacturing facility — was transformed under Exponent, delivering strong EBITDA growth; its managing director will leave on completion while the chairman will remain with BBI Group.
- Buyers
- Venture Life Group plc
- Targets
- BBI Healthcare (BBIH)
- Sellers
- Exponent, BBI Group
- Industry
- Consumer Products
- Location
- Wales, United Kingdom
- Transaction Type
- Divestiture
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