The owner of a leading company specialising in the production of Phalaenopsis and Nobile was faced with the question of how to transfer the business carefully whilst ensuring business continuity. In this regard, it was not only the sale price that mattered, but also finding a party willing to continue the business in an appropriate manner.
AAB managed the entire process of selling the shares and supported the entrepreneur with the various financial and tax issues involved. By finding the right buyer and carefully managing the process, a transfer was achieved that met both the seller’s wishes and the future needs of the business.
The transaction, valued at between €10 and 50 million, resulted in a tax-efficient return for the shareholder. At the same time, the continuity of the business was safeguarded by finding a buyer who was both willing and able to continue running the business. This underlines the importance of a carefully managed sales process when both financial interests and the future of a business are at stake.
