United Tiles Belgium (UTB), the recently launched Belgian market leader in B2B tile solutions, is merging with RG Tegel, an established player in the B2B tile market (project market and tile wholesale segment). This strategic merger was realized through a Smart Deal facilitated by SDM Corporate Finance Group, underlining UTB’s ambition to further expand its growth trajectory.
As a result of this transaction, UTB’s combined annual turnover will rise to €80 million, and the workforce will expand to over 210 employees. The merger boosts UTB’s footprint to 14 proprietary locations operating through 217 showrooms across both Flanders and Wallonia, thereby solidifying UTB’s position as the largest professional tile group in Belgium.
The merger not only allows for geographical growth, but also enhances UTB’s product portfolio and market reach. UTB gains access to a strong network in the Antwerp project market and strengthens its range with leading Italian and Spanish tile brands. By leveraging scale, logistical capacity, and expertise, UTB is ideally positioned to address a fragmented market where professionalization and consolidation are increasingly critical.
The full management team of RG Tegel — Caroline Vergauwen, Katleen Lemmens, Jonathan Daniels, and Nick D’Joos—will join the UTB management team alongside CEO Jef Huet and COO Cedric Thimmesch. Additionally, the four RG Tegel partners will take a capital stake in UTB, ensuring long-term continuity and reinforced commitment.
“Our ambition is clear: to be a reliable and agile partner for every stakeholder in the construction sector, from distribution to project development,” says Jef Huet, CEO of UTB. “Together with the RG Tegel team, we are building a strong national network that delivers local convenience with national performance.”
This transaction is part of UTB’s broader growth strategy and strengthens its foundation for further expansion through a buy-and-build approach. UTB aims to stand out not just in scale, but also in service, expertise, and accessibility. By focusing on in-depth knowledge, local anchoring, and customer-centricity, the company is fully prepared for the future.
SDM Corporate Finance Group guided the merger from A to Z through its proprietary Smart Deal concept, ensuring full support for both entrepreneurs and investors.
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