COTRA LAW ASSISTS PYTHAGORAS MUSIC FUND IN THE ACQUISITION OF CLOWN MUSIC NV

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CoTra Law advised Pythagoras Music Fund on the acquisition of the shares of Clown Music NV, a Belgian company that owns song catalogues of, among others, Johnny Hoes, Doe Maar and Eddy Wally.

Pythagoras Music Fund is a Dutch investment fund that acquires music rights worldwide, with a focus on continental Europe. With the acquisitions of Clown Music NV, the fund realised its second acquisition in Belgium and acquired song catalogues with songs by, among others, Johnny Hoes, Doe Maar and Eddy Wally.

The transaction team at CoTra Law assisted Pythagoras Music Fund in drafting the transaction documents, conducting the negotiations and successfully closing these transactions.

We would like to thank Van Campen Liem (Martijn Stuart and Jos Kroep) as well as the Pythagoras Music Fund team  (Rob Hendriks – Michiel Boere – Hein Van Der Ree – Anja Kroeze) for the pleasant co-operation and for their continued trust.

If you have any questions, please reach out to Kurt Faes or Wim Vande Velde.

For a list of other transactions assisted by CoTra, see “news”.

COTRA LAW ASSISTS THE SELLERS IN THE SALE OF THE PWP GROUP (MICHIELS NV – OMNI-SERV BV – PICARD BV) TO iDOCTA

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CoTra Law has assisted the sellers in the sale of the PWP Group (Michiels NV – Omni-Serv BV – Picard BV) to iDocta.

Michiels, like iDocta, operates as a Canon Business Center and is active in the provinces of Antwerp, Flemish Brabant and Limburg. Picard has strong expertise in Kyocera devices and is primarily active in the Limburg region. iDocta was already well established in West Flanders, East Flanders and Wallonia. Through this acquisition, iDocta further strengthens its geographical footprint and enhances its ability to support clients in a broader and more targeted manner, irrespective of brand or application. This transaction aligns with iDocta’s deliberate growth strategy.

The CoTra Law transaction team assisted the sellers throughout the entire transaction process, from letter of intent through to the negotiation, drafting and finalization of the transaction documentation, and the successful closing of the transaction.

We would like to sincerely thank Philippe Dechamps, Wout Vandenhende, Peter Ooghe, Michel Vandermarliere, Wouter Balcaen, Kris Van Camp, Simon Mayens and Nathalie Blauwblomme for the highly constructive and pleasant cooperation.

Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact Kurt Faes or Wim Vande Velde.

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For an overview of other transactions advised by CoTra Law, please visit the “News” section.

COTRA LAW ASSISTS PYTHAGORAS MUSIC FUND IN THE PURCHASE OF SONG CATALOGUES FROM HANS KUSTERS

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CoTra Law advised Pythagoras Music Fund in a transaction relating to the acquisition of the shares of H.K.M. Records NV, Belgian companies that own the song catalogues of Hans Kusters.

Pythagoras Music Fund is a Dutch investment fund that acquires music rights worldwide, with a focus on continental Europe. With the acquisitions of H.K.M. Records NV, the fund realised its first acquisition in Belgium and acquired song catalogues with songs by, among others, Clouseau, Stef Bos.

The transaction team at CoTra Law assisted Pythagoras Music Fund in drafting the transaction documents, conducting the negotiations and successfully closing this transaction.

We would like to thank Peter Marx and Kristoffel Vermeersch for the pleasant cooperation, and the team of Pythagoras Music Fund (Rob Hendriks – Michiel Boere – Hein Van Der Ree – Anja Kroeze) for their trust and confidence.

If you have any questions, please reach out to Kurt Faes or Wim Vande Velde.

For an overview of our other transactions, see News.

COTRA LAW ASSISTS THE SELLERS IN THE SALE OF PREVOM BV TO SECUREX

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CoTra Law has assisted the sellers in the sale of Prevom BV to Securex.

Prevom BV is a fast growing Belgian consultancy company offering a wide range of services to support its clients in meeting the strict safety and environmental standards applicable to them (advice on prevention).

CoTra’s transaction team assisted the sellers both in drafting the transaction documents and in conducting the negotiations and the successful closing of this transaction.

If you have any questions, please reach out to Kurt Faes or Davy Smet.

For a list of other transactions assisted by CoTra, see “News”.

COTRA LAW ASSISTS THE SELLERS IN THE ACQUISITION OF VERHOLIM

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CoTra Law assisted the sellers in the acquisition of Verholim.

Verholim NV is a company specialising in the operation and letting of real estate (primarily in the retail sector).

CoTra’s transaction team assisted the sellers throughout the entire transaction, both in drafting all transaction documents (letter of intent, share purchase agreement, representations and warranties, etc ), and in conducting the negotiations and successful closing of this transaction.

If you have any questions, please reach out to Kurt Faes.

For a list of other transactions assisted by CoTra, see News.

COTRA LAW ADVISED THE PURCHASER ON THE ACQUISITION OF CAPTAINS OF FINANCE

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CoTra Law advised the purchaser on the acquisition of all shares in Captains of Finance BV.

Captains of Finance positions itself as a reliable partner for companies seeking rapid access to qualified finance professionals and tailored financial support services — a strong proposition in today’s competitive finance talent market.

The core activities of Captains of Finance include, among others:

  • Recruitment, interim and secondment of finance specialists such as controllers, treasury experts and analysts;
  • Financial management support, including financial controlling and reporting aligned with strategic objectives; and
  • Accounting services, tax filings, payment processing and financial reporting for clients.

The CoTra transaction team assisted the purchaser throughout the preparation of all transaction documents, the negotiations, and the successful closing of the transaction.

For more information, please contact Kurt Faes or Wim Vande Velde.

For an overview of other transactions handled by CoTra Law, please visit the ‘News‘ section.

COTRA LAW ASSISTS BUYERS IN SHARE TRANSFER OF NUVODENT BV

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CoTra Law has assisted the buyers in the acquisition of all shares in Nuvodent BV.

Nuvodent BV is a modern dental clinic based in Antwerp, specialising in general and aesthetic dentistry. The practice offers high-quality dental care with a strong focus on digital dentistry, including 3D scanning, aesthetic restorations and advanced implantology.

CoTra’s transaction team assisted the buyers both in drafting the transaction documents and in conducting the negotiations and the successful closing of this transaction.

If you have any questions, please reach out to Kurt Faes or Wim Vande Velde.

For a list of other transactions assisted by CoTra, see “News“

COTRA LAW ASSISTS THE BUYER IN THE ACQUISITION OF BREMS DAKWERKEN

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CoTra Law has assisted the buyer in the acquisition of Brems Dakwerken.

Brems Dakwerken carries out a wide range of roofing and related works for both private and corporate clients, including roofing works (flat roofs, pitched roofs), copper and zinc works, carpentry and joinery, attic finishing, chimney renovations and façade cladding.

CoTra’s transaction team assisted the buyer both in drafting the transaction documents and in conducting the negotiations and the successful closing of this transaction.

If you have any questions, please reach out to Kurt Faes or Davy Smet.

For a list of other transactions assisted by CoTra, see “news”

COTRA LAW ASSISTS THE SHAREHOLDERS OF TRANSPORT GOOSSENS IN THE SALE OF THEIR SHARES TO WAAGNATIE (COMMODITY CENTRE) GROUP

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CoTra Law has assisted the shareholders of Transport Goossens in the sale of their shares to Waagnatie (Commodity Centre) group.

Transport Goossens is a Belgian transport company with years of experience in national and international (road)transport.  The family business was founded in 1990 and since then it has offered its customers a reliable partner for the transport of goods from the port of Antwerp to the Benelux countries, France and Germany.  Transport Goossens was taken over by Waagnatie (Commodity Centre) group, a logistics group that specializes in customs documents, container handling, storage, transport and distribution.

CoTra’s transaction team assisted both parties (as counsel to the deal) both in drafting the transaction documents and in conducting the negotiations and the successful closing of this transaction.

If you have any questions, please reach out to Kurt Faes or Wim Vande Velde.

For a list of other transactions assisted by CoTra, see “news”

CoTra Law assists shareholders of Van Vaeck NV and VVNT NV in transfer of shares to Icomet Group

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CoTra Law assisted the shareholders of Van Vaeck NV and VVNT NV with the sale of their shares in both companies to the Belgian Icomet Group.

Van Vaeck and VVNT are Belgian companies with a long history in the safe market.

The Icomet Group is a Belgian industrial group that specialises in high-security joinery and integrated security solutions.

To ensure continuity and the transfer of know-how, the selling shareholders will remain actively involved in the Icomet Group for an extended period.

The transaction team at CoTra Law assisted the shareholders of VVNT and Van Vaeck in drafting the transaction documents, conducting negotiations, and successfully closing the deal.

If you have any questions, please reach out to Kurt Faes or Wim Vande Velde.

For a list of other transactions assisted by CoTra, see “news”