To get a better understanding of this situation, I can tell you more about: (how the proposal changed). Why Onepoint dropped its bid briefly in June 2024. Who Daniel Kretinsky is and why his bid was rejected. Let me know what you'd like to dive into. Onepoint confirms its intent to acquire Atos Digital
Onepoint estimated the Evidian business at a €4.2 billion enterprise value in 2022, offering a path to stability, though Atos initially continued its own internal split plan.
This proposal was meant to create a "French champion" by combining forces rather than breaking Atos apart. Although the initial 2022 proposal was not immediately accepted, Onepoint maintained this vision, eventually leading to a accepted rescue plan in June 2024, emphasizing, "we are prepared and intend to roll-out the 'One Atos' model which we have developed. This is based on the preservation of Atos' unity, away from the value-destructive split". Key Aspects of the 2022 Onepoint-Atos Proposal To get a better understanding of this situation,
Onepoint aimed to maintain the existing workforce and culture, providing better career prospects for employees within the combined entity. Why the Proposal Was Significant
Contrary to other proposals that sought to split Atos apart (e.g., separating "Tech Foundations"), Onepoint wanted to keep the company’s core activities together to generate synergies. Let me know what you'd like to dive into
Ultimately, while the plan did not immediately materialize, the vision outlined by Onepoint in that year set the stage for the final rescue deal in 2024, which embraced the same "One Atos" philosophy.
Onepoint's plan offered a way to unlock value for all shareholders, while also attempting to protect the interests of creditors and stakeholders. Although the initial 2022 proposal was not immediately
Onepoint specifically aimed to acquire Atos's core growth engines: Digital, Big Data, and Security businesses (later rebranded as Eviden).