Multiconsult

M&A Activity • Jun 19, 2025

Multiconsult ASA intent to acquire the ViaNova group

Multiconsult ASA intent to acquire the ViaNova group

Multiconsult ASA (OSE: MULTI), a leading engineering consultancy firm, announces

its intent to acquire all issued and outstanding shares of ViaNova AS, ViaNova

Trondheim AS, ViaNova Kristiansand AS, and ViaNova Eureka AS (collectively

referred to as "ViaNova"). ViaNova, with 129 employees, specialise in advisory

engineering and consultancy services for transportation and mobility.

A Letter of Intent (LOI) has been signed, marking the initial agreement between

the parties to move forward with the transaction, subject to the negotiation of

a final and binding share purchase agreement.

The transaction, valued at NOK 300 million on a debt and cash-free basis. The

purchase price will be adjusted for net debt and working capital adjustments, as

well as the annual profit up to the completion of the transaction.

The transaction is anticipated to be completed by mid-October 2025, following

approval from the Norwegian Competition Authority. The parties have agreed to

negotiate in good faith and aim to sign a binding share purchase agreement

before the end of the exclusivity period on 30 September 2025. A due diligence

period will be conducted to review the legal, financial, and operational aspects

of ViaNova.

"We are excited about the opportunity to include ViaNova into the Multiconsult

Group. ViaNova is an excellent match for our service proposition to our clients

and will strengthen our existing business. This acquisition aligns with our

strategic goals and will enhance our capabilities in providing engineering

consultancy services. We look forward to welcoming the talented employees of

ViaNova and working together to achieve new milestones," says Grethe Bergly, CEO

Multiconsult Group.

Strategic benefits: The acquisition of ViaNova is expected to bring several

strategic benefits to Multiconsult, including:

· Enhanced expertise: The integration of ViaNova's specialised advisory

engineering services will strengthen Multiconsult's capabilities in Mobility &

Transportation.

· Strengthen service coverage: ViaNova's presence in multiple locations will

complement Multiconsult's existing geographical footprint, enabling better

service coverage and client reach.

· Innovation and collaboration: The combined resources and expertise of both

groups will foster innovation and collaboration, leading to improved solutions

for clients and new business opportunities.

· Fostering talent: Combining two highly competent professional environments

into a large knowledge organisation paves the way for attracting, retaining and

developing specialist talent for the future.

Combined historical figures for ViaNova companies, NOK million:

Year Net operating revenues EBIT Number of employees

2024 227.5 21.9 129

2023 212.1 17.9 129

2022 204.4 13.5 128

For further information, please contact:

Investor relations:

Ove B. Haupberg, CFO

Phone: +47 401 00 900

E-mail: oveb.haupberg@multiconsult.no

Media:

Lars Nermoen, Communications Director

Phone: +47 902 40 153

E-mail: lars.nermoen@multiconsult.no