Press release issued at the request and on behalf of Dante S.r.l., STAR AG and 7BidCo S.p.A.
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ARGOS FUND, THROUGH 7BIDCO, COMPLETES THE ACQUISITION OF 91.06% OF STAR7 S.P.A.
LORENZO MONDO – THROUGH DANTE S.R.L. - AND STAR AG REINVEST IN THE CORPORATE VEHICLE CONTROLLED BY ARGOS FUND
LORENZO MONDO CONFIRMED AS CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER OF STAR7 S.P.A.; PAOLO SCARONI APPOINTED CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
FOLLOWING THE CLOSING, 7BIDCO WILL FULFILL THE OBLIGATION TO PURCHASE THE REMAINING STAR7 SHARES
Valle San Bartolomeo (Alessandria), July 9, 2026 — The Board of Directors of STAR7 S.p.A. (“STAR7” or the “Company”, EGM: ticker STAR7) – a company providing an integrated range of services dedicated to product information, from product and process engineering support, to the creation and management of technical and marketing content, translation, printing, virtual experience – following the press release published on April 1, 2026, announces that it has been informed by the reference shareholders Dante S.r.l. and STAR AG (the “Selling Shareholders”) that, today, the acquisition transaction by 7BidCo S.p.A. (“7BidCo”), a special purpose vehicle indirectly controlled by Argos Fund (“Argos”), of the entire stake held by the Selling Shareholders in STAR7 and, therefore, of no. 6,750,000 shares, equal to approximately 75.0% of the Issuer’s share capital (the “Transaction”), has been executed, pursuant to the contract signed and communicated to the market on April 1, 2026 (the “Contract” and the “Closing”). Simultaneously with the Closing, the Selling Shareholders reinvested part of the proceeds from the Transaction (the “Reinvestment”) in the corporate vehicle StarGalaxy 7 S.A. controlled by Argos, confirming their commitment to the long-term industrial project of STAR7.
In the same context of the Closing, 7BidCo, through specific and separate purchases, also acquired: (i) no. 220,216 shares representing approximately 2.45% of STAR7’s share capital from Pharus Sicav – Basic Fund; (ii) no. 225,273 shares representing approximately 2.50% of STAR7’s share capital from Mr. Gaudenzio Roveda; (iii) no. 1,000,000 shares representing approximately 11.11% of STAR7’s share capital through market transactions, with a settlement date expected on July 13, 2026.
As a result of the aforementioned transactions, 7BidCo now holds a total of no. 8,195,489 STAR7 shares, representing 91.06% of the Issuer’s share capital.
Therefore, 7BidCo has announced, pursuant to and for the effects of Article 108, paragraph 2, and Article 109 of the TUF, as made applicable by voluntary reference pursuant to Articles 9 and 10 of STAR7’s Articles of Association, its intention to proceed with the fulfillment of the obligation to purchase the remaining shares issued by STAR7 from each shareholder who requests it, in compliance with applicable legal and regulatory provisions (and not with the promotion of a total public offer as previously indicated in the press release of April 1, 2026).
*** The Shareholders’ Meeting of STAR7 met in ordinary session today, chaired by Dr. Lorenzo Mondo, to resolve on the appointment of the Board of Directors.
Following the resignations submitted by all members of the Board of Directors, the Shareholders’ Meeting resolved on the composition and appointment of the Company’s new Board of Directors. The Directors appointed by the Shareholders’ Meeting were drawn from the list of candidates jointly presented by the Selling Shareholders pursuant to art. 14.2 of the Articles of Association, as provided for in the Contract.
As a result of the resolutions adopted by the Shareholders’ Meeting today, the Board of Directors is composed of no. 9 directors, one of whom is independent. The Shareholders’ Meeting appointed Dr. Paolo Scaroni as Chairman and Dr. Pietro Scott Jovane as Vice Chairman of the Company’s Board of Directors and resolved on the directors’ remuneration, approving the proposals submitted by the Selling Shareholders.
Therefore, the new Board of Directors is composed as follows:
1. Paolo Rebaudengo (*);
2. Lorenzo Mondo;
3. Gianluca Cedro;
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5. Pietro Scott Iovane;
6. Andrea Pavesi;
7. Jean Pierre Di Benedetto;
8. Gabriele Scalco;
9. Carlo Alfredo Festucci.
(*) director possessing the independence requirements pursuant to art. 148, paragraph 3, of Legislative Decree 58/98, also taking into account the quantitative and qualitative criteria of significance of potentially relevant relationships for the assessment of independent directors pursuant to art. 6-bis of the Euronext Growth Milan Issuers' Regulation, as defined in a specific document approved by the Company's Board of Directors at its meeting on May 7, 2024, and published on the Company's website on the same date.
As specified in the notice of call published on the Company's website, participation in the Shareholders' Meeting by those entitled to vote took place in person and remotely connected to the Company's registered office. No postal or electronic voting procedures were provided.
The summary report of the votes, as well as the minutes of the Shareholders' Meeting, will be made available to the public in accordance with the methods and timelines provided for by current regulations and will be available on the STAR7 Investor Relations website, in the Investor Relations/Shareholders' Meetings section.
*** The new Board of Directors of the Company met today, for the first time, following the Shareholders' Meeting, and – in continuity with the Company's current management structure – confirmed Dr. Lorenzo Mondo as Chief Executive Officer, granting him certain management powers, to lead the Company's new growth phase, supported by investments in technological innovation and the integration of Artificial Intelligence into the Group's services and processes.
The Board of Directors also proceeded to ascertain the existence of the integrity requirements for the newly appointed directors. Furthermore, pursuant to art. 6-bis of the Euronext Growth Milan Issuers' Regulation and art. 14.2 of the Company Bylaws, the Board of Directors ascertained that Dr. Rebaudengo possesses the independence requirements pursuant to art. 148, paragraph 3, of TUF (as
Press release issued at the request and on behalf of Dante S.r.l., STAR AG and 7BidCo S.p.A.
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STAR7 | Public referred to by art. 147-ter, paragraph 4, of TUF), also taking into account the quantitative and qualitative criteria of significance of potentially relevant relationships for the assessment of independent directors, approved by the Board of Directors on May 7, 2024, based on the declarations made by the interested party and the information available to the Company.
*** This press release is available online at www.star-7.com (Investor Relations/Press Releases section) and on the regulated information storage mechanism "1Info", accessible at www.1info.it.
STAR7
For over 20 years, STAR7 has been a benchmark for its clients in the world of product information. From support for product and process engineering, to the creation and management of technical and marketing content, to translation, printing, and virtual experiences: with its services, STAR7 is able to support clients' industrial activities throughout the entire product lifecycle, from design to after-sales.
STAR7's distinctive feature has always been an approach that combines specific know-how, technology, and a holistic vision to offer the best possible solutions to the needs of clients and the global market. This approach has enabled STAR7 to establish important partnerships with leading international companies and to establish itself as a reliable and credible global player.
Argos Fund
Argos is an independent European private equity group that supports the growth of medium-sized companies and assists their management teams. With over €2.3 billion in assets under management, 35 years of experience, and more than 100 companies supported in their development, Argos operates in four geographical areas (Benelux, DACH, France, and Italy) through six offices located in Amsterdam, Brussels, Frankfurt, Luxembourg, Milan, and Paris. The Group acquires majority stakes and invests between €5 million and €100 million per transaction, through two investment strategies:
• Argos Mid-Market Fund, which enhances the potential of companies and supports them towards a new growth phase;
• Argos Climate Action Fund (SFDR art. 9), which aims to create European leaders in sustainability by supporting the transition of companies from traditional to sustainable models ("grey-to-green").
ADVISORS TO THE TRANSACTION
• Argos Fund was assisted by Alantra (financial advisor), EY Capital & Debt Advisory (debt advisor), Bain (Business Due Diligence), Alvarez & Marsal (Financial Due Diligence), WST (Tax Due Diligence), Capgemini (Tech Due Diligence), Giovannelli e Associati (legal counsel for capital markets and M&A aspects), and PedersoliGattai (legal counsel for financing aspects).
Press release issued at the request and on behalf of Dante S.r.l., STAR AG and 7BidCo S.p.A.
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STAR7 | Public • The Selling Shareholders were assisted by Emintad Italy S.r.l. as financial advisor, by the law firm White & Case LLP for the legal aspects of the transaction, and by PwC for the Vendor Due Diligence.
FOR MORE INFORMATION:
INVESTOR RELATIONS
investorrelations@star-7.com
STAR7 - CFO, M&A and Investor Relations Manager
Pierluigi Valletta
Tel: +39 0131 19788
E-mail: pierluigi.valletta@star-7.com
MEDIA RELATIONS
mediarelations@star-7.com
ARGOS PRESS CONTACTS
Italy
Twister Group - Emilio MIOSI Tel: +39 338 6546410
E-mail: emoisi@twistergroup.it
Other Countries
toBnext agency - Antoinette DARPY Tel: +33 6 72 95 07 92
E-mail: adarpy@tobnext.com
EURONEXT GROWTH ADVISOR
ALANTRA Capital Markets Mob: +39 334 6267243