Atlantia €1.056 billion acquisition of 15.49% in Groupe Eurotunnel

Overview:

• Atlantia has reached an agreement to acquire a 15.49% in Groupe Eurotunnel for €1.056 billion through the takeover of investment vehicle Aero 1 Global & International. 
• Aero 1 Global & International, which is owned by Goldman Sachs Infrastructure Partners, holds more than 85,000 shares in Groupe Eurotunnel, which equates to 15.49% of the business' share capital and 26.66% of voting rights.   
• Groupe Eurotunnel, which is listed in London and Paris, holds the concessions to operate three of the tunnels running beneath the English Channel and two related terminals until 2086. 
• Atlantia is a Italy based transport infrastructure investor and operator.  

Ben Naylor - Regional editor