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EQUITA advised IR Italiana Riprografia

EQUITA Mid Cap Advisory - Mid-market M&A advisory
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The shareholders of IR – Italiana Riprografia Srl, a long-established company specializing in the distribution of consumables and spare parts for photocopiers, printers, multifunction devices and office products, have sold 100% of their shares to Ripro Srl, a newly established company backed by a group of investors from the Sassuolo area.

The transaction takes place in the context of a generational transition, while ensuring continuity through the ongoing involvement of the management team linked to the Franchini family. The operation aims to take IR into a new phase of growth and development in a market where the company has always distinguished itself as a leading player and a key point of reference for its customers.

The shareholders of IR - Italiana Riprografia were assisted as financial advisor by the Mid Cap Advisory team of EQUITA, the Italian partner of Clairfield International, and by Studio Legale Salardi of Modena for legal matters. The investors behind Ripro were assisted by R&P Consulting for financial, legal and tax matters.

The transaction in a nutshell

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The transaction aims to propel IR into a new phase of growth and development in a market where it has always stood out as a leading company and a point of reference for its customers.

Client:
IR Italiana Riprografia
Date:
September 2026
Mandate:
Ripro acquired IR Italiana Riprografia
Role:
Financial Advisor
Value:
Undisclosed
Team:
M&A advisory
Advisor:
EQUITA Mid Cap Advisory

The company

IR Italiana Riprografia is a company based in Reggio Emilia (Italy) specializing in printing, reproduction and document management services, with extensive experience in the professional reprographics sector. The company generates annual revenues of approximately €40 million and provides tailored solutions to businesses, technical firms, and professionals, combining technology, precision, and a strong focus on customer needs.