Antalis acquires Club Groupe, continuing streak of acquisitions in the print industry

Antalis, a major player in the paper industry, has recently made headlines with its signing of a binding agreement to acquire Club Groupe, Digital Printing France, and Technical Digital Printing (TDP). This move is part of Antalis’ strategic plan to consolidate its market position in Europe by expanding its presence in visual communication in France. The acquisition of Club Groupe, managed by Laurent Pigot and Frédéric Dupaix, is expected to significantly strengthen Antalis’ expertise and customer base in the digital printing sector.

Club Groupe, a company specializing in the sale of machines and consumables for large-format digital printing, has been a key player in the industry. With a dedicated team of around 30 employees and sales of €14m in 2024, Club Groupe has established itself as a reliable and experienced partner in the visual communication market. The acquisition will allow Antalis to benefit from Club Groupe’s loyal customer base, experienced sales team, and valuable network of technical partners.

Hervé Poncin, CEO of Antalis Group, expressed his excitement about the acquisition, highlighting the strategic importance of this move for the company. Poncin emphasized that the addition of Club Groupe, Digital Printing France, and TDP to the Antalis family will not only boost their local presence in France but also enhance their overall service offerings. Poncin stated, “We are delighted to welcome the Club Groupe, Digital Printing France, and TDP teams to the Antalis Group. Their recognized expertise in the sale of printing solutions, combined with their proximity to customers, will fully contribute to strengthening our local presence and enhancing our service offering in France. This transaction is in line with our strategy of targeted growth to serve our customers.”

Joining forces with Antalis presents a significant opportunity for Club Groupe, according to Pigot and Dupaix. They believe that the acquisition will open up new avenues for growth and development for their company. By becoming part of the Antalis Group, Club Groupe looks forward to leveraging Antalis’ resources and expertise to further expand its reach and serve its customers more effectively.

The acquisition of Club Groupe, Digital Printing France, and TDP is part of Antalis’ ongoing efforts to strengthen its position in the European market. By acquiring key players in the visual communication and digital printing sectors, Antalis aims to enhance its product offerings and services to meet the evolving needs of its customers. This strategic move underscores Antalis’ commitment to growth and customer satisfaction, positioning the company as a leading player in the paper industry.