November 2010

We invested in Melvit S.A.

We signed an investment agreement to participate in a capital increase in Melvit according to which we will invest PLN30 million and acquire a significant minority stake.

Established in 1998,Melvit S.A. specializes in the manufacturing, packaging and distribution of loose food ingredients such as groats, rice, flakes and flour. Products are offered under two brands: Melvit and Szczytno Premium, both in the traditional and modern trade.

“By attracting a financial partner, we have gained a possibility to modernize and increase our production capacity. We have also gained access to additional resources required for acquisitions in Poland and Central Europe,” said Sławomir Kamiński, CEO of Melvit.

“We appreciate the market achievements of Melvit and our investment in the company reflects our views on Melvit’s organic growth potential, as well as market consolidation possibilities,” said Piotr Noceń.

Buglo Play Sp z o.o. acquires Finnish company LeikkiSet Oy

Buglo Play Sp. z o.o., one of our portfolio companies, has acquired LeikkiSet Oy, a leading Finnish company specializing in playground equipment, outdoor fitness, and urban furniture. This marks another milestone for Buglo in its mission to become one of Europe’s top three playground equipment manufacturers.

RP invests in construction blocks manufacturer COBI

Resource Partners has acquired a 40% minority stake in COBI, a company renowned for its production of toy construction blocks. Founded over 35 years ago by Robert Podleś, COBI has gained international recognition for its extensive portfolio of historical construction blocks sets, attracting a large community of collectors and enthusiasts worldwide. The company has also partnered with iconic brands such as Boeing, NASA, Lockheed Martin, Top Gun, Maserati, Fiat, Opel, Citroen and Northrop Grumman.