Afinum

Afinum is a private equity firm based in Munich, Germany, established in 2000. The firm specializes in investing in successful mid-market companies across various industries, including commercial products, services, chemicals, restaurants, manufacturing, and industrial sectors, primarily in Austria, Germany, and Switzerland. Afinum focuses on providing tailored investment solutions to address the unique challenges and opportunities faced by mid-market entrepreneurs. With a deep understanding of the specific needs and limitations of this segment, Afinum has become a leading investor in German-speaking Europe, facilitating the growth and development of its portfolio companies through majority and ESG investments.

Frank Hock

Partner

Jochen Klemmer

Partner

Philipp Schülin

Partner and Managing Director

18 past transactions

Zeit für Brot

Funding Round in 2022
Zeit für Brot GmbH is a dynamic company based in Frankfurt am Main, Germany, specializing in organic baked goods. The company emphasizes craftsmanship, sustainability, and transparency in its operations, ensuring that its products are free from chemicals and additives. With locations in several major German cities, Zeit für Brot not only serves customers directly in its cafés but also supplies well-known organic markets and upscale restaurants through regional delivery partnerships. The company aims to revive and innovate bread culture, providing customers with a unique experience that includes observing master bakers at work in a glass bakery setting. The minimalist design of each bakery highlights the focus on quality and customer interaction. Zeit für Brot has garnered a loyal following, evidenced by high demand and satisfaction levels, and continues to grow sustainably through existing locations and new openings.

Fishing-King

Acquisition in 2021
Fishing-King is an e-learning platform that specializes in fishing education and training services. It provides a range of courses aimed at helping individuals prepare for fishing examinations and obtain fishing licenses. The company caters to fishing associations and clubs, offering flexible and modern training solutions to support aspiring anglers. Through its comprehensive educational offerings, Fishing-King aims to enhance the knowledge and skills of its students in the field of fishing.

All4Golf

Private Equity Round in 2019
All4Golf is a sporting goods company.

Evitria

Venture Round in 2018
Evitria AG is a biotechnology company based in Schlieren, Switzerland, specializing in the research, development, and production of protein design and expression products. The firm focuses on CHO-based transient expression of antibodies, including bispecific and fusion antibodies, and offers a robust protein expression platform that facilitates the rapid production of significant quantities of protein using HEK293 and CHO cells. With a proven track record of over 30,000 transfections and more than 5,000 antibodies and antibody-based molecules expressed and purified, Evitria serves a diverse clientele, including academic laboratories, small biotech start-ups, and major biopharmaceutical companies across the Americas, Europe, Asia, and Australia. The company's expertise enables clients to efficiently manage antibody production and address capacity challenges in their projects. Founded in 2010, Evitria continues to provide high-quality services in the field of protein expression and gene transfer.

Liftket

Acquisition in 2016
Liftket electric chain hoists are designed, produced and maintained by a team of highly motivated and innovative engineers.

La Cellula Lab

Acquisition in 2016
La Cellula Lab S.r.l., founded in 2001 and headquartered in Turin, Italy, specializes in high-end retail solutions and interior design services for luxury brands. The company offers a range of services including corporate and in-store design, tradeshows and exhibitions, point-of-sale and visual merchandising solutions, as well as architecture and multimedia services. La Cellula Lab caters to various industries such as watch-making, jewelry, fashion accessories, and food and beverage, creating engaging environments that combine Italian elegance with Swiss efficiency.

Kappa Optronics

Acquisition in 2016
Kappa makes cameras designed to be used in extreme environments. It supplies the aviation, defence and automotive industries, among others, with 360 degree view, underwater, and x-ray cameras.

Empolis

Private Equity Round in 2015
Empolis develops big data business intelligence and analytics software. The company's software quickly analyze huge amounts of data as well as processes all relevant information needed for business processes regardless of source, format, user, location or device by using artificial intelligence technology, enabling corporations as well as governmental institutions to create, manage and process precise and relevant information.

Copytrend

Acquisition in 2014
Copytrend is a full-service printing company that specializes in advanced physical and digital document services. It provides a range of offerings, including computer-aided design (CAD), graphic plotting, reprographic services, and document scanning. Catering to a diverse clientele that includes small and medium-sized enterprises as well as large global corporations, Copytrend focuses on delivering cost-efficient solutions that help customers save time and money. Through its comprehensive services, the company aims to enhance document management and archiving processes for various business needs.

Thonet

Acquisition in 2013
Thonet GmbH, established in 1819 and located in Frankenberg, Germany, is a prominent manufacturer of high-end living and contract furniture, renowned for its expertise in bentwood designs. The company produces a diverse range of products, including chairs, armchairs, sofas, tables, and furniture for residential and commercial settings. Thonet's commitment to sustainability is evident in its use of durable and recyclable materials, particularly through the innovative technique of bending solid beech wood. This approach not only enhances the aesthetic appeal of their furniture but also ensures longevity and environmental responsibility. Thonet's offerings are distributed globally through a network of dealers, catering to both individual and institutional clients seeking timeless and sophisticated furniture solutions.

Schlotterer Rollcom

Acquisition in 2012
Schlotterer Rollcom specializes in the design and manufacture of manual and automatic shutter systems. The company provides a range of products, including shutter systems constructed from extruded plastic and aluminum profiles. In addition to its core offerings, Schlotterer Rollcom also supplies sun protection systems and mosquito mesh, catering to both residential and commercial sectors. This focus on quality and functionality positions the company as a key player in the shutter system market, addressing the needs of diverse customers.

ORWO Net

Private Equity Round in 2011
ORWO Net is a photography service provider. ORWO Net has been based in Bitterfeld-Wolfen since 1909. Over their more than 100 year history. ORWO Net GmbH operates independently at the central headquarters in Germany. Using market-leading manufacturing technologies, more than 300 employees at the site in Saxony-Anhalt produce photo calendars, photo books, digital and analogue photo prints, posters, maps and numerous innovative printed products for the gift and decor sector.

D&B Audiotechnik

Acquisition in 2007
D&B Audiotechnik is a audio equipment business.
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