Contakt Express Logistik Preparing for IPO in 2025
Contakt Express Logistik, one of Romania’s leading retailers of mobile phone and tablet accessories, is preparing to launch its initial public offering (IPO) between November 12 and December 3, 2025. The company, which operates a network of over 235 stores, offers a wide range of products such as cases, screen protectors, chargers, and gadgets through both physical stores and online platforms.
After the closing of the IPO, Contakt aims to list on the AeRO market of the Bucharest Stock Exchange. The company has projected revenues of RON 138 million and a net profit of RON 19 million for 2025. These figures represent an increase from the previous year, where the company recorded a turnover of RON 128.7 million and a net profit of RON 14.2 million, showing a growth of 10.7% compared to 2023.
By the end of 2025, Contakt estimates a turnover of RON 138 million and an EBITDA of approximately RON 22 million, up from RON 20.2 million in 2024. This indicates continued growth and stability in the company’s financial performance.
Over the past few years, Contakt has demonstrated strong growth. Between 2021 and 2024, the company achieved an average annual growth rate of 22%, reinforcing its position as a market leader in the Romanian phone and tablet accessories sector.
Share Offering Details
The shares of Contakt are available for subscription between November 12 and December 3, 2025, with a price range of RON 4.3–5.2 per share. The total value of the offer is expected to be between RON 15.7 and 19 million.
The offering includes both the sale of existing shares held by founding shareholders and newly issued shares as part of a capital increase. Specifically, 3,060,000 existing shares will be offered by the three current shareholders, while 600,000 newly issued shares will be part of the capital increase. The success threshold for the offering is the sale of 3,100,000 shares.
Use of Funds from the IPO
The funds raised through the capital market will be allocated in the following manner:
- 60%for expansion into foreign markets and strategic acquisitions, including opening or acquiring new stores and taking over locations owned by competitors.
- 30%for diversifying business lines, such as launching services for the protection and security of personal data stored on mobile phones, as well as subscriptions for personalized products and services.
- 10%for research and development and in-house production, including manufacturing phone accessories under its own brand and producing personalized accessories.
Leadership Vision
Darius Petric, cofounder and president of the Board of Directors at Contakt, expressed his views on the IPO: “Being listed on the Bucharest Stock Exchange is a natural step in Contakt’s development. After two decades of growth, this stage allows us to consolidate our leading position and accelerate our expansion in Romania and abroad.”
Company Background
Founded in 2002 in Timișoara, Contakt has grown significantly over the past two decades. The brand now operates a network of 235 stores across all major cities in Romania, with over 98% coverage in shopping malls. The company also runs a mobile app with over 150,000 active users and owns three of its own brands—Mobico, Urban Gadget, and Urban Protekt. Additionally, Contakt collaborates with international manufacturers such as Apple, Samsung, Huawei, Xiaomi, Karl Lagerfeld, Guess, Spigen, Cellularline, and PanzerGlass.
Future Plans
Contakt plans to develop its own production capacities for accessories marketed under the Urban Gadget and Urban Protekt brands. The company also intends to partially relocate its production to the European Union. This move is expected to enhance its supply chain efficiency and support long-term growth.