Acquisition criteria
We are continuously looking for companies that are a good fit for us: high-performing, with a strong market position and positive growth prospects. We preserve their entrepreneurial freedom and support them on a strategic and financial level. Our companies grow because they can focus on what sets them apart.
Medium-sized companies
We acquire companies with revenues between 20 and 120 million euros and a sustainably positive profit.
Majority acquisition
Our focus is on majority shareholdings. Acquisitions can also take place gradually.
Strong market position
The companies already hold a strong position in attractive markets, preferably in niche segments.
Stable business model
Basic requirements for an acquisition are a stable business model and an intact core business.
Strong management
In collaboration with a strong management team with growth ambitions, we can ensure long-term success.
You're not sure if your company is a good fit for us?
Even if your company does not meet all acquisition criteria, we are always looking for suitable additions to our existing portfolio companies. Get in touch with us!
Industries and markets
We bring together medium-sized, established companies from the fields of mechanical and plant engineering, trade, automotive, and services under our umbrella and are always looking for additional companies that fit with us. We focus on industries where we can contribute the greatest value through our expertise and network. These include:
Robotics and automation
Digitalization is the recipe for future success. We are looking for companies in the robotics and automation sector to expand our portfolio.
Mechanical and plant engineering
Mechanical and plant engineering is considered a leading export and innovation industry, is heavily shaped by medium-sized businesses, and already enriches our portfolio.
Optics and sensor technology
Optical modules and sensor technology are used in numerous industries and represent a future-oriented market that is especially interesting for us.
Recycling and waste management
We place the highest value on sustainability and are happy to contribute to giving a boost to one of the most important industries for the success of our circular economy.
Medical technology
MedTech companies are strongly shaped by medium-sized businesses and are important drivers of medical progress. We are happy to support this progress as shareholders.
What we offer
Our management team has many years of operational and strategic experience in the investment business. Thanks to our investor-independent structure, we make entrepreneurial decisions and invest with a long-term perspective, always preserving the corporate identity.
Solid financing
We finance acquisitions entirely with equity and settle liabilities where it makes sense. Leveraged buyouts are not part of our approach.
Promising perspective
As a responsible owner, we act with a forward-looking mindset. We have no intention to sell and instead plan for the long term.
Preservation of identity
With us, your life's work is in good hands. We respect and preserve the existing corporate culture and build on its strengths.
Social commitment
Our sole shareholder is the Possehl Foundation, which is dedicated to preserving the beauty of the city of Lübeck and supporting various social projects.
Individual solutions
We offer tailored succession solutions, whether it’s a majority stake, full acquisition, gradual management withdrawal, transitional periods, or other arrangements.
Support for management
The holding company supports management and provides expertise in the areas of finance and controlling, human resources, legal affairs, innovation, technology, and strategy.
Get in touch!
We value a relationship built on trust. This begins from the very first meeting: we keep negotiations strictly confidential throughout the investment process until it is completed and both sides are ready to go public.
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