Background
- Founded in 2006, Albali is a leading adult vocational training company in Spain, specializing in professional and career-oriented programs
- Albali operates six training centers across Spain and provides training to more than 7,000 learners annually, primarily in sectors experiencing significant labor market shortages, such as construction, healthcare, and tourism
- Headquartered in France, Eureka Education is a leading company in the higher education and vocational training sector, backed by Naxicap Partners
- Eureka Education trains over 25,000 learners annually through 12 institutions, employing more than 2,000 professionals and operating over 130 campuses across 62 cities
Process
- DC Advisory acted as the exclusive financial advisor to Eureka Education on the acquisition of a majority stake in Albali
- Leveraging its expertise in the Education sector, DC Advisory identified a strong strategic rationale for combining Eureka Education with Albali, underlining the complementary fit between the two groups
- DC Advisory successfully aligned the strategic interests of Albali’s shareholder with those of Eureka Education while leading negotiations on the commercial terms of the transaction
- DC Advisory managed multiple workstreams, including overseeing the due diligence process, providing strategic advice on transaction structuring, and supporting the preparation of transaction documentation
Outcome
- In January 2026, Eureka Education acquired a majority stake in Albali
- For Eureka Education, this acquisition represents the first step in building a leading pan-European group dedicated to professional training programs that aim to deliver strong employability outcomes
- This marks Eureka Education’s first transaction outside of France, and significantly advances its inorganic growth strategy, expanding its annual training capacity to over 32,000 learners
- This transaction further highlights DC Advisory’s expertise in the Education sector and its track record advising on cross-border transactions
“Thanks to their industry expertise, strategic advice and dedication, DC Advisory have been instrumental in delivering a strong process and excellent outcome for Eureka”. Patrick Destang, CEO, Eureka Education Group
“This transaction represents a landmark moment for Eureka Education, marking its first international acquisition. It has been a privilege to advise on this deal and to continue building our track record in the education sector”. Manuel Zulueta, CEO, DC Advisory Spain
