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IceLake becomes the new majority shareholder of DKM Customs, a leading independent specialist in customs formalities. The transaction marks the next phase in DKM’s growth journey and supports its ambition to further develop into a strong European player in customs services.
The existing shareholders, including founder and CEO Luc De Kerf and investment firm Tilleghem, reinvest and remain involved in the continued development of the group. With IceLake as its new financial partner, DKM aims to accelerate growth through a combination of organic expansion, further internationalisation and targeted acquisitions.
VDP acted as exclusive advisor to DKM Customs and its shareholders.
DKM Customs is an independent specialist in customs formalities headquartered in Antwerp. The group supports freight forwarders and corporate clients with import, export and transit formalities and advises companies on international flows of goods and VAT regulations. DKM combines longstanding customs expertise with a strong focus on digitalisation, compliance and quality.
For more information: www.dkm-customs.com
IceLake is a Dutch investment firm focused on investing in profitable mid-sized companies, including businesses active in business services, software, IT and high-quality manufacturing. IceLake supports entrepreneurs and management teams in realising their growth ambitions through a pragmatic and long-term partnership approach.
For more information: www.icelake.com