This opportunity concerns the acquisition of a long-established translation business unit operated by an Italian company active since the mid-1980s. The shareholders intend to sell only the translation division, including its client portfolio, recurring revenues, and two experienced part-time employees. The remaining business activities are explicitly excluded from the transaction.
The translation unit operates as a multi-language vendor (MLV), delivering primarily translation services (95% of revenues) alongside a small share of interpreting. The client base is well diversified, with no sector specialization but a broad mix of corporate, LSP, and public-sector clients across Italy and the EU.
Financially, the division shows strong profitability: forecast 2025 revenues of approximately €350K generate an EBITDA of around 30%, supported by a very lean cost structure and minimal fixed expenses. Importantly, while the parent company recorded a statutory loss in 2024, the translation division itself would have remained profitable on a standalone basis.
Operations rely on standard industry tools (Trados, multiple MT engines, Custom MT) and an internal workflow system, leaving room for further process optimization and scalability post-acquisition.
This opportunity is particularly attractive for buyers seeking a bolt-on acquisition, immediate cash flow, and a clean carve-out with limited integration complexity.
