CMA CGM launched the prospectus for its tender offer on Monday offering CHF30 per share. The world's third largest container line owns a 33% stake in Swiss-headquartered CEVA after it bought into the company last year triggering a requirement to make a public tender offer.
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However, CEVA's board recommended its shareholders did not accept the public tender offer even though it was reasonable from a financial perspective for shareholders who wished cash in their shares. It made its recommendation based on the belief “shareholders could realize a higher value with their continuing investment due”.
CMA CGM said previously it plans to maintain CEVA Logistics as a standalone, listed company but with a deeper business relationship with the container line.
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