United Labels AG / Miscellaneous 10.07.2008 Release of a Adhoc News, transmitted by DGAP - a company of EquityStory AG. The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. --------------------------------------------------------------------------- - Takeover of 35% interest in Montesquieu Finances SAS, Roubaix - Expansion of French licence business within the area of apparel - Option for majority takeover Münster, 10 July 2008 United Labels AG (ISIN: DE 0005489561), an enterprise specialising in comicware sold under licence, has acquired a 35% interest in Montesquieu Finances SAS, Roubaix, a French-based group operating within the market for licensed products. In acquiring the ownership interest, United Labels will further expand its position in the large-account segment of the French market. The Montesquieu Finances SAS Group includes Embassy SAS as well as Comics World SAS. With a track record spanning several years, both enterprises are well-established suppliers to retailers and mail-order companies in France. The product range encompasses men's, women's and children's apparel, featuring the most popular licensed cartoon characters. The French group generated consolidated sales revenue of approx. EUR 16 million in 2007. Given the complementary business model and opportunities for close collaboration within the areas of purchasing, product development and sales, the deal is expected to produce significant growth effects. Additionally, United Labels holds options for a majority takeover. The parties involved in the transaction have agreed not to disclose details of the purchase price. The acquisition is subject to the usual conditions precedent, fulfilment of which is expected in the coming weeks. In acquiring the interest, United Labels will strengthen its sales structure in France and significantly extend its access to major French retailers such as Carrefour, Auchan, Leclerc, Casino and Kiabi. For further information, please visit www.unitedlabels.com or contact the following address: United Labels AG - Investor Relations - Timo Koch Gildenstr. 6 D 48157 Münster - Germany Tel.: +49 (0) 251-3221-406 Fax: +49 (0) 251-3221-960 investorrelations@unitedlabels.com DGAP 10.07.2008 --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Language: English Issuer: United Labels AG Gildenstr. 6 48157 Münster Deutschland Phone: +49 (0)25 132 21-0 Fax: +49 (0)25 132 21-999 E-mail: investorrelations@unitedlabels.com Internet: www.unitedlabels.com ISIN: DE0005489561 WKN: 548956 Listed: Regulierter Markt in Frankfurt (Prime Standard); Freiverkehr in Berlin, Stuttgart, München, Hamburg, Düsseldorf End of News DGAP News-Service ---------------------------------------------------------------------------
DGAP-Adhoc: United Labels AG: United Labels acquires interest in French group of companies
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