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Luxembourg · Central & Western Europe

Alcyone advises & organises your acquisition / disposal transactions in Europe
Luxembourg Hub & Poland Desk

ALCYONE is a Luxembourg-based M&A boutique specialising in cross-border acquisitions, disposals and strategic transactions across Central and Western Europe — with a dedicated Poland desk.

20+
Years M&A Experience
6
Languages Spoken
50M€
Typical Max. EV
LUX
Hub — Europe's Crossroads
01

Acquire a company
in Poland

  • Target search & qualification
  • Confidential approach of shareholders
  • Valuation support
  • Negotiation
  • Full coordination until closing
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02

Sell a Polish company
to a European buyer

  • Preparation of the sale process
  • Valuation
  • Access to European strategic buyers & investors
  • Confidential marketing
  • Negotiation & coordination until closing
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Our positioning

An entrepreneurial
M&A boutique

ALCYONE is a cross-border M&A boutique based in Luxembourg. We advise entrepreneurs, shareholders, families and investors in acquisitions, disposals, growth by acquisition and business transfers across Central and Western Europe.

We specialise in small cap and lower mid-market transactions — typically with companies up to €50M in revenue and up to approximately €10M EBITDA — where senior execution and entrepreneurial understanding make all the difference.

Small Cap
Lower Mid-Market
≤ 50M€
Typical Revenue
≤ 10M€
Typical EBITDA
Our geographic focus

Cross-Border Corridors

Based in Luxembourg, ALCYONE operates across the key M&A corridors linking Western and Central Europe — with a dedicated Poland Desk as a privileged axis.

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Luxembourg Hub

Our base. Europe's leading financial centre, offering unmatched access to international investors, funds and advisors.

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Poland Desk

A dedicated desk bridging Polish SMEs with Western European acquirers and investors. Native coverage in Polish and Ukrainian.

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Francophone Europe

Deep roots in French, Belgian and Swiss markets — connecting francophone entrepreneurs with Central European opportunities.

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What we do

Our
Advisory Services

Senior, confidential M&A advisory across the full transaction lifecycle — from initial strategy to closing.

01

Buy-Side Advisory

We assist buyers from initial criteria definition through target identification, shareholder approach, valuation support, negotiation and full coordination of all advisors until closing.

02

Sell-Side Advisory

We organise and lead the full disposal process — preparing marketing documentation, identifying strategic buyers and investors across Europe, managing the process confidentially and negotiating optimal terms until closing.

03

Target Search

Systematic, proprietary searches to identify acquisition candidates matching your strategic criteria — including companies not formally on the market — across Central and Western Europe.

04

Professional Valuation

Independent, rigorous valuations using comparable transactions, DCF and adjusted net asset value, adapted to the specificities of the lower mid-market and cross-border context.

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05

Negotiation Support

We represent our clients at every stage of the negotiation — from indicative offers to binding agreements — securing optimal terms while preserving the relationship between parties.

06

Cross-Border Coordination

We coordinate all aspects of cross-border transactions, liaising with legal, tax, financial and specialist advisors across all relevant jurisdictions for a smooth and efficient process.

07

Strategic Introductions

Through our Luxembourg, French, Belgian, Swiss and Polish networks, we facilitate targeted introductions to strategic partners, financial investors, family offices and institutional buyers.

08

Process Management

From mandate signature to closing — data rooms, due diligence coordination, advisor management, timeline monitoring. We keep your transaction on track at every step.

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Our Poland Desk

Poland —
A privileged M&A
corridor

One of Central Europe's most dynamic economies. A dedicated desk. Native-language coverage. Privileged access to opportunities on both sides.

Key indicators

A Resilient European Economy

Poland has consistently demonstrated strong economic fundamentals — making it one of the most attractive markets in Central Europe for cross-border transactions.

38M
Population
~700B€
GDP (approx.)
#6
EU Economy by GDP
2M+
Active Companies
30+
Years of GDP Growth
EU
Member Since 2004
Industrial base

A Solid Foundation Across Sectors

Poland has built a diversified modern economy covering manufacturing, logistics, IT services, agribusiness, construction, energy and financial services. A generation of experienced entrepreneurs built substantial businesses over 30 years — many now considering succession or strategic partnerships.

M&A dynamics

Growing SME M&A Activity

The Polish SME market is seeing increased M&A activity driven by generational succession, sector consolidation and growing interest from Western European acquirers. Many transactions remain under-advised — creating real opportunities for experienced cross-border advisors with native-language access.

Looking to acquire in Poland, or sell a Polish company to a European buyer?
Why now

Key Opportunities for Cross-Border Investors

01

Generational Succession

A large cohort of Polish entrepreneurs who built businesses in the 1990s are reaching retirement age — creating significant disposal opportunities for external buyers and investors.

02

Sector Consolidation

Logistics, distribution, healthcare, manufacturing and IT services are undergoing consolidation — offering platform and bolt-on acquisition opportunities for strategic buyers.

03

Nearshoring & Reshoring

Poland's competitive cost base, skilled workforce and EU membership make it the primary destination for nearshoring strategies pursued by Western European industrial groups.

04

Gateway to Central Europe

A presence or acquisition in Poland opens access to broader Central and Eastern European markets — Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary and the Baltic states.

Our Poland Desk is ready
Discuss your Polish opportunity
Our difference

Why work
with Alcyone?

A Luxembourg-based boutique with a genuine understanding of entrepreneurs, cross-border dynamics, and the specificities of Central and Western European markets.

Our commitments

What Makes Us Different

01

Senior Execution

Every mandate is handled directly by experienced senior advisors. Our clients benefit from hands-on involvement at every stage — not from junior analysts or subcontractors.

02

Entrepreneurial Understanding

We understand the complexity of selling or acquiring a business — the strategic, financial, personal and family dimensions. We approach each situation with the appropriate respect and discretion.

03

Strict Confidentiality

Confidentiality is central to everything we do. We manage information flows with care, share only what is necessary and protect our clients' interests and reputations throughout every process.

04

Luxembourg Hub & European Reach

Based in Luxembourg — Europe's financial crossroads — ALCYONE accesses French, Belgian, Swiss, Polish and international networks of investors, acquirers and advisors. Our multi-lingual team operates natively across 6 languages.

05

Closing-Oriented Approach

We are pragmatic advisors focused on results. We coordinate lawyers, accountants, tax advisors and specialists efficiently — keeping transactions on track through the inevitable complexities of cross-border M&A.

06

Multilingual, Multicultural Team

Our team operates natively in Polish, Ukrainian, English, French and Arabic. This linguistic depth is a decisive advantage when building trust with entrepreneurs and navigating complex cross-border dynamics.

"We don't sell companies. We accompany shareholders in the most important financial decision of their professional life."

ALCYONE — Cross-Border M&A Specialists

How we work

Our Process

01

Qualification

We listen, understand your project and assess together whether we can add real value. Every engagement starts with an honest conversation.

02

Mandate & Strategy

We formalise the engagement and build a clear transaction strategy — targets, timeline, positioning, pricing range and process structure.

03

Execution

We approach counterparties, qualify interest, manage information flows and negotiate. Active and present at every stage.

04

Closing

We coordinate advisors, manage final documentation and accompany the signing and closing of the transaction.

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The people

The experience
of committed
practitioners

Seasoned M&A advisors, business developers and cross-border specialists — united by a shared commitment to entrepreneurial excellence.

Laurence BRUNIER-MANDARD
Business Development Director
Laurence BRUNIER-MANDARD
Master Finance — Grenoble Management School

Bicultural and trilingual after 15 years of expatriation in Latin America and Asia, Laurence brings exceptional knowledge of Luxembourg's financial environment and deep expertise in business development. With 18+ years serving entrepreneurs and their families in Luxembourg, she began at Ernst & Young Paris (audit, 2002) before joining Luxembourg in 2007 — developing European entrepreneur clientele at Société Générale Bank & Trust, Quintet, Natixis Luxembourg and BIL.

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Alexandre NOGUÈS
Founding Partner
Alexandre NOGUÈS
Master Finance — ESCP Europe

Alexandre began his career at LAZARD FRÈRES investment bank in Paris (Corporate Finance), before joining ERNST & YOUNG's Transaction Advisory Services in Paris and Dallas. Since 2007, he has led European M&A transactions in parallel with advisory and development missions across the Alcyone group.

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Nasser JENNANE
Partner
Nasser JENNANE
ESCP Business School 2007 · Executive Education — MIT Sloan, Boston 2015

18 years of corporate finance and M&A experience. Began in M&A at HSBC Paris, then led investments and partnerships at the OCP Group (Morocco) for 5 years, before directing MENA transactions at West Capital Partners. Partner at Alcyone since 2022, reinforcing the M&A practice in France and Luxembourg.

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Marion HAMELLE
Chief Operating Officer
Marion HAMELLE
Master — Applied Foreign Languages

Since 2011, Marion has actively participated in the creation, financing, management and disposal of several operating companies — first within the Alcyone family group, then within a Club Deal real estate fund. Excellent knowledge of all capital operation processes, particularly in the family shareholding context. She coordinates all mandates entrusted to ALCYONE.

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Arsène MAHERY
Associate
Arsène MAHERY
ISCAE Casablanca — Corporate Finance

Arsène began his M&A career at Miles Advisors (deals in France and Luxembourg), then joined Dataprotect as Corporate Finance & Strategy Analyst, contributing to acquisitions and strategic analysis for a leading Moroccan cybersecurity firm. He joined Alcyone in October 2025 to strengthen the M&A team's execution capacity.

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ALCYONE & Associés

Cross-Border M&A Specialists

Address
13 – 15 avenue de la Liberté
L-1931 Luxembourg
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