MSC complates acquisition of Bolloré Africa Logistics

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By LoadstarEditorial

21/12/2022

PRESS RELEASE

Following Bolloré SE’s press releases of March 31 and December 1, 2022, Bolloré SE announces the completion of the sale to the MSC Group of 100% of Bolloré Africa Logistics, bringing together all of the Bolloré Group’s transport and logistics activities in Africa, based on an enterprise value net of minority interests of €5.7 billion. The sale price of the shares amounted to €5.1 billion, plus €600 million in repayment of current accounts.

The Bolloré Group will maintain a significant presence in Africa, notably through Canal+, and will also continue its development on this continent in many sectors such as communication, entertainment, telecoms and publishing.

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