Business transfer · French Polynesia
Business sales and acquisitions in French Polynesia
We advise business owners, buyers and investors on the sale, valuation and financing of SMEs in Tahiti and the islands, drawing on more than 20 years on the ground and with complete discretion.
20 years
of experience in the Polynesian economy
2 partners
who personally handle every engagement
End to end
from initial assessment to signing and financing
Complete confidentiality. In a small market where everyone knows everyone, a rumour of a sale can weaken a business. No information is shared without a signed non-disclosure agreement, and the company’s identity is revealed only to buyers selected and approved by the seller.
What sets us apart
In-depth knowledge of the fenua and its economy
Selling or buying a business in French Polynesia cannot be managed from Paris. Markets are narrow, players are few and networks are decisive. We have worked here for twenty years.
The territory
Local tax, legal and employment rules, the constraints of island life, logistics between the archipelagos.
The economy
Manufacturing, distribution, import, tourism, hospitality, food service, services: we understand how each market works.
The players
Business owners, family groups, investors, banks, trade organisations: a network built over time and on trust.
The stakes
Retiring owners, no successor in place, consolidating sectors: we help each party seize the right moment.
360° expertise
Full support, from valuation to closing
For sellers
Selling your business
- Assessment and preparation of the business for sale
- A reasoned, defensible valuation
- Discreet search for qualified buyers
- Representation during negotiations
For buyers
Acquiring or investing
- Targeted identification of opportunities, including off-market
- Financial, legal, tax and operational due diligence
- Analysis of inventory, organisation, processes and cash flow
- Post-acquisition integration support
Valuation
Getting the price right
- Valuation methods suited to local SMEs
- Operational strengths and weaknesses reflected as premiums and discounts
- Recognised court-appointed expertise in Papeete
Acquisition financing
Financing packages put together by former bankers
A successful acquisition is a well-financed one. With a background in investment banking and first-hand knowledge of the territory’s banks and lenders, we work with the buyer to build a sound financing plan that lenders will take seriously.
Structuring
Deal structure: equity, senior debt, vendor financing, acquisition holding company.
Bank file
Business plan, forecasts and information memorandum in the format banks expect.
Introductions
Presentation to the local banks and lenders best suited to your project.
Support schemes
Identifying the guarantees and support available locally.
Our approach
A confidential, selective process in six steps
Matching the right seller with the right buyer: that is what we do.
01
Assessment and analysis
Understanding the business and your objectives.
02
Preparation and positioning
Valuation, information memorandum, strategy.
03
Targeted search
Careful selection of the right counterparties.
04
Presenting the business
Under a non-disclosure agreement only.
05
Negotiation and agreement
Letter of intent, price, warranties, financing.
06
Coordination through to closing
With lawyers, accountants, banks and insurers.
Legal framework for our mandates. For the drafting and legal framework of our mandates, we work in partnership with COGEP.
The partners
Two experts at the service of your sale and acquisition projects
Alice Pinel
Founding partner
Valuation, financial due diligence and financing
- 20 years in French Polynesia
- Investment banking, tourism, hospitality, manufacturing, retail, SME advisory
- ESSEC, DCG
- Court-appointed expert in Papeete
Amine Sekkat
Founding partner
Valuation, negotiation, group strategy and external growth
- 20 years in French Polynesia
- Manufacturing, telecoms, distribution, food industry, import, food service
- HEC, ISEN engineering degree
- Board member, then co-chair of SIPOF (Polynesian manufacturers’ association) for 10 years
A network of partners at every stage
Lawyers · Chartered accountants · Banks · Insurers · Cross-sector professional network
Frequently asked questions
Selling or buying a business in Tahiti
How should I prepare to sell my business in French Polynesia?
Ideally two to three years ahead: reliable accounts, less reliance on the owner, documented processes. An initial assessment identifies the points that will affect the price.
What is my business worth?
Value depends on profitability, cash position, the local market and the quality of the organisation. We combine several methods and reflect operational strengths and weaknesses as premiums or discounts.
How can I finance the purchase of a business in Tahiti?
Usually through a mix of personal equity, bank debt and sometimes vendor financing. We prepare the file and present it to the territory’s banks and lenders.
How is confidentiality guaranteed?
Anonymised presentation, a non-disclosure agreement every time, prior screening of buyers and the seller’s approval before any identity is revealed.
Confidential contact
Let’s talk about your project, in complete confidence
An initial conversation with no obligation. Your information is never shared with anyone.
Phone
+689 87 75 63 06
Email
direction@tahiticessionpme.com
