Margraf and Marmi Vrech – A New Strategic Alliance Announced for Decisive Leadership in the Luxury Nautical Sector
Margraf continues its expansion and investment strategy: the Vicenza-based company announces a significant new strategic partnership with the acquisition of the majority stake in Marmi Vrech Srl.
Marmi Vrech, headquartered in Cervignano del Friuli (UD), embodies the entrepreneurial passion carried forward by the namesake family for over 60 years in the bespoke marble processing sector. Today, the company is acknowledged as a successful entity, one of the major international players in the high-end nautical industry, thanks to its commitment to research, innovation, and a visionary entrepreneurial spirit.
This industrial alliance, strongly desired by the Xompero family, is part of a well-defined strategy of the Vicenza-based company aimed at consolidating its leadership in the marble and natural stone extraction and processing sector while simultaneously diversifying its core business into high added-value sectors.
For Marmi Vrech, a phase of expansion and innovation begins, leveraging the extensive operations and market influence of the new partner. Meanwhile, this partner will enter a market niche where the key to access lies in the expertise and experience of the Friuli-based company.
”The increasing use of marble in luxury nautical design represents a significant new challenge for our future" states Roberto Xompero, CEO of Margraf. "This initiative not only solidifies our position in the luxury market but also enhances our development prospects with projects grounded in the excellence of Italian craftsmanship. Marmi Vrech will contribute to strengthening our presence in the sector, opening up new opportunities for growth and innovation”.
The organizational chart, structure, and operations of the Friuli-based company will remain unchanged to ensure continuity of the vision that Margraf values and wishes to preserve, bringing a boost of confidence and a new impetus.
The CEO Alessandro Vrech, who will continue to lead the new corporate entity, commented on the transaction:
“Margraf's entry into our capital is not just a recognition of the value that Marmi Vrech and its team represent, but it outlines a new and strong industrial alliance ready to compete in the market with determination and passion. A special thanks goes to our team, whose dedication and talent have always been the driving force of the company and will continue to be so in the future we are building together”.
The successful completion of the transaction was made possible thanks to the advisory services provided by Deloitte Financial Advisory as the financial advisor to the Xompero family, with an integrated working group consisting of Lorenzo Parrini (Partner), Andrea Zen (Partner), Graziano Paliotta (Director), and Giorgio Dalla Vigna (Manager).
Fieldfisher, with a team led by Fabrizio Filì and Alberto Assirelli, assisted Margraf's partners in all contractual and corporate legal aspects of the transaction.
Scouting Capital Advisors served as the financial advisor for the Vrech family, with a team consisting of Filippo Bratta (Managing Partner), Richard Pratissoli (Director), and Eleonora Preto (Analyst).
For legal matters, the Vrech family was supported by the law firm Pavia e Ansaldo with a team including Daniele Carminati (Partner), Chiara Andreotti (Counsel), and Cristiano Piroli (Senior Associate), and, specifically for labor and real estate aspects, by Valentina Simonelli (Partner) and Saverio Schiavone (Senior Associate).
The firm Magurano Rossini e Associati handled the tax aspects of the transaction on behalf of the sellers, with a team composed of Maurizio Rossini and Marta Dagli Orti.
About Margraf
The story of Margraf – originally Industria Marmi Vicentini – began in 1906 in Chiampo, in the province of Vicenza, and has been characterized from the start by a strong focus on research and technological innovation, and especially by close collaboration with prestigious international architects. Today, after more than 100 years, the Company rightfully ranks among the world leaders in the industry. Expertly extracting marble from its quarries to transform it into polished slabs or small tiles, offering a vast array of precious materials and excellent products for building and architecture (from interior finishes to exterior facades, to furnishing elements, from bathrooms to kitchens) are just some of the strengths that have made Margraf known and appreciated worldwide. All this, without losing sight of environmental respect, but rather investing in measures that reduce environmental damage: from the most technologically advanced equipment to landscape recovery projects, to a strong commitment to energy saving and the use of renewable resources. Past and present blend perfectly in Margraf: a company of excellence that projects itself with strength and enthusiasm towards the future.
Website: www.margraf.it
About Marmi Vrech
The story of Marmi Vrech intertwines with that of the Vrech family who passionately founded the company in 1961.
What started as a small family business, not far from artisanal workshops, soon transformed into a leading entity in creating elegant interior furnishings for the naval sector and mega yachts.
Today, Marmi Vrech is a structured company that has ventured into new areas while continuing to work with marble and other natural stones with the same passion, commitment, and expertise that secured the success of Giocondo Vrech's original venture.
Marmi Vrech is internationally recognized for its commitment to high quality, artisanal care, and selection of the finest materials. The Italian company has become a benchmark for architects, interior designers, and planners worldwide.
