Finance is the fuel required by businesses.
We assist companies to raise finance from financial institutions, investors and the local government. We also offer advice on selected private company investments and selected property investments.
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The new regulations by the European Central Bank (ECB) provide specific information that is necessary for any bank to provide loans to businesses. The amount of information that is required has increased considerably and the focus has shifted from guarantees to repayment ability.
This international company was a leading producer of personal hygiene products. In the last two years the factory operated at almost full capacity and the company wanted to increase production and sales. The Board of Directors asked for our assistance in securing finance in order to set up a second production line within the existing factory building.
Our company prepared a five year Business Plan for the company after taking the following steps:
Obtaining new loans enabled the company to set up a second production line and double its sales.
The company’s request was approved and the company was able to set up a second production line. The additional working capital assisted the company in funding the increased working capital required primarily for purchases of raw materials.
Loan restructuring is a process used in order to allow businesses with outstanding debt obligations to alter the terms of the debt agreements. Thus companies may avoid default on existing debt or take advantage of a lower interest rate. Companies can also restructure their debt by extending payment period and/or other payment terms.
This family company was a leading cleaning products and services company specialising in industrial clients and municipalities. In the last twelve months prior to our involvement, the company has experienced a 22?crease in sales resulting in problems with its cash flow. The Board of Directors’ main concern was the inability of the company to service its loans of €12mn. As a result, the bank placed considerable pressure on the company and the owners (who guaranteed the loans in the first place) to cover outstanding instalments and provide additional guarantees. The Chairman asked us to renegotiate the loans with the bank and, if possible, obtain additional working capital.
Our company prepared a five year Business Plan for the company after taking the following steps:
Restructuring the company’s loans allowed it to return to growth and enter three new markets within five years.
The company’s loans were re-negotiated and the company was able to service its loans on time. The additional working capital assisted the company in returning to growth and within five years it has expanded its operations in two Balkan countries and Cyprus.
The decision to embark upon an M&A transaction requires careful planning and consideration. Business buyers should assess the strategic fit of a business and identify synergies before acquiring a company. Business sellers should prepare their business for sale and understand the value of their business using internationally accepted valuation methods.
At EXES we have been successfully involved in more than 40 Mergers & Acquisitions projects both locally and internationally.
The Group specialised in tour operating from the UK primarily to Greece and Cyprus. However, its strategy required the addition of more destinations to its holiday offering so it was looking to acquire a specialist tour operator to Spain. The CEO has asked us to prepare a short list of potential target companies for acquisitions and recommend tour operators that present the best fit to the Group.
The acquisition of the specialist tour operator to Spain and Portugal allowed the Tour Operating Group to diversify its offering in terms of destinations and enter into the largest destination markets for UK holiday makers.
The Tour Operating Group managed to acquire a specialist tour operator to two of the largest destinations for UK holiday makers. Using its financial strength and expertise the group managed to double the number of tourists of the acquired company within two years and recover its investment in only three years!
During the last decade grants have been widely used to finance almost any type of financial activity. Nowadays this source of finance has become more elaborated and time consuming as the demand for grants has increased and the procedures to follow have become more complicated.
At EXES we can assist you in all necessary steps required to successfully apply for EU/Government grants, providing that you meet the criteria.
A seaside hotel with 210 rooms was acquired by a multi-national Hotel Group. The hotel required extensive renovation as it had not been renovated for more than ten years. The management of the hotel asked us to prepare a Business Plan, apply for banking finance and explore the possibility of a government grant.
A newly acquired sea side hotel required extensive renovation and with the assistance of a generous government grant it was fully re-furbished in eight months.
The government subsidy of €800,000, a banking loan and a contribution by the Hotel Group resulted in a much needed renovation which more than doubled the hotel’s Gross Operating Profit (GOP) within three years.
Setting up a new company abroad requires local knowledge of the legal system and the accounting framework. Local support can be invaluable and save your company time and money. A company may be set up for both tax reasons and new market entry. One of the best ways to compete in a market abroad, is the set up of a local company as it allows you to gain the trust of local prospective customers.
A leading international Alcoholic Beverages Group operated through a representative office with only one manager. An international acquisition of another alcoholic beverages company led to the need for a subsidiary company in order to manage the increased sales volume. The manager, now CEO of the new company, has approached us in order to assist him to set up the company within three months.
Our company took the following steps concurrently in order to set up the company:
A leading international Alcoholic Beverages Group set up a fully operational subsidiary company in record time.
The new company was fully operational within tight deadlines in a unique project. The project involved all aspects of a company’s operation including strategy, organisation, procedures, policies, human resources, tax etc. In addition, within two years of its operation the company became one of the leading alcoholic beverages companies.
An important step before investing should be the preparation of a Feasibility Study to ensure that the investment is viable and it fulfills the company's investment criteria. A Feasibility Study will provide valuable insights into the risk and the return of the investment in advance.
nvestors with expertise in the tourism sector wanted to set up an investment company with a minimum capital of €25mn in order to acquire companies in the tourism sector in the United Kingdom, Greece, Cyprus and other European markets. The lead investors provided 50% of the required funds and they wanted to raise the remaining 50% from the market.
Set up of an investment company in order to facilitate acquisition of companies in the tourism sector in the United Kingdom, Greece, Cyprus and other European markets.
The investment company raised all the funds required and received all the required legal approvals. Shortly after, the company was able to commence its operations, screen acquisition targets and start investing its funds.
Investments in real estate are generally considered to be investments of moderate risk. However, the recent global economic crisis reminded investors that no investment is safe from economic downturns. Careful selection of property investments can minimise risk and provide attractive rental income.
The Hotel Group consisted primarily of small two and three star hotels in Greece, Cyprus and the United Kingdom. The Board of Directors decided change its strategy and focus on larger and more upmarket hotels of three and four stars. The Board asked us to identify upmarket hotel properties that fit into the Group’s new strategy
The Hotel Group managed to acquire two prestigious hotels that allowed it to attract upmarket customers and build a stronger brand.
The Hotel Group managed to acquire two large four star hotels that added prestige to the Group. These hotels were soon affiliated with international hotel associations and they allowed the Group to attract upmarket as well as business clients to all its properties.