Strategy

to build up an investment portfolio of medium-sized companies active in future-oriented sectors such as innovative materials, energy and the environment
to expand its portfolio every year by one to two companies with the objective of building up a balanced opportunity / risk profile
investments are long-term orientated with no defined exit
to invest in the German medium-sized market as the motor of the German economy – "Mittelstand"
to invest in internationally-oriented German companies
employee training and development as a building-block for success

"We take over the company's management operations and take on personal responsibility.", said executive board Dr Michael Neuenburg (member of the board).

Acquisition criteria

Market requirements

attractive and innovative technology
high potential in the international market with additional products
launched internationally
potential for leadership in manufacturing / supplier market
attractive brand

Target criteria

Corporate subsidiaries and business unites
company succession
below-average profitability
sales: €20-100 million
complex transaction
buying out loans
special situations