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Chr.Hansen

Consumer·Denmark·Exited 2012·Held 7yr
Entry
2005
Hold
7yr
Exit
2012

Who owns Chr.Hansen?

Chr.Hansen is a Danish Consumer company, now owned by Novo A/S, which acquired it in 2012 from PAI Partners.

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PAI Partners
Investor
PAI Partners
PAI Europe IV · 2005 · Buyout

Key facts

HQDenmark
SectorConsumer
Exit Type
Secondary
Buyer
Novo A/S
Exit Year
2012

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Questions

Who owns Chr.Hansen?

Chr.Hansen is now owned by Novo A/S, which acquired it in 2012 from PAI Partners.

When did Novo A/S acquire Chr.Hansen?

Novo A/S acquired Chr.Hansen in 2012, buying from PAI Partners.

Who did Chr.Hansen sell to?

PAI Partners sold Chr.Hansen to Novo A/S in 2012 (Secondary).

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