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Easyfairs secures strategic investment from Cobepa and Inflexion
Cobepa and Inflexion join founder Eric Everard and management team to support Easyfairs’ growth ambitions.
Stockholm, 31 May 2024
Yesterday, Easyfairs, the Brussels-based international events company, release a press release announcing secured a strategic investment from Cobepa and Inflexion. heralding. This partnership, with equal representation from Cobepa, Inflexion, and founder Eric Everard, will enable Easyfairs to enter a new chapter of impressive growth,, expanding its geographic and sector footprint, enhancing its position in big data and AI technologies, and strengthening its strategic M&A opportunities.
For the Nordic company in the group, this helps us achieve our ambitious M&A agenda and growth plan within the region. “We are thrilled about the strategic investment from Cobepa and Inflexion,” said Nordic CEO's Henrik Johansson. “This partnership not only strengthens our position in the Nordics but also enables us to grow faster and stronger. With the combined expertise and resources of Cobepa and Inflexion, we are well-positioned to enhance our market presence, launch innovative events, and pursue strategic acquisitions that will drive our success in the region.”
The Nordics have always been a key focus for Easyfairs, and the recent M&As including stand building companies as MMS and KMS as well as ambitious launch plans underscore this commitment. Events like Comic Con Finland, Byggmässan Stockholm, and VVSmässan Stockholm highlight our dedication to bringing world-class events to the region. These launches not only cater to the diverse interests of our audience but also strengthen our market position and pave the way for further growth and innovation in the Nordic events industry.
See full press release from Easyfairs HQ; Easyfairs secures strategic investment from Cobepa and Inflexion
For further information, please contact:
Henrik Johansson, Nordic CEO
Henrik.Johansson@easyfairs.com
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About Easyfairs
Easyfairs organises and hosts events, bringing communities together to visit the future.
We currently organise 110 market-leading event titles in 12 countries (Algeria, Belgium, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and the United Kingdom) and manage eight event venues in Belgium, the Netherlands and Sweden (Antwerp, Ghent, Mechelen-Brussels North, Namur, Gorinchem, Hardenberg, Malmö and Stockholm).
We are passionate about “easifying” the life of our customers and increasing the return on investment and return on time for professional communities through our all-in formulas, advanced technology and customer-centric approach. Our digital features and initiatives provide these communities with excellent opportunities to network effectively and do business throughout the year.
The Easyfairs Group employs 820 highly committed talents, deploys the best marketing and technology tools and develops brands with a strong appeal to our stakeholder communities.
For the sixth year running, Deloitte conferred “Best Managed Company” status on Easyfairs in 2024.
Easyfairs is ranked 9th of the world’s top exhibition organisers, according to the STAX annual ranking. Visit the future with Easyfairs and find out more on www.easyfairs.com
Further information, please contact:
Anne Lafère, Group CEO
anne.lafere@easyfairs.com
Matt Benyon, Group CEO matt.benyon@easyfairs.com
