Alpina Partners

Alpina Partners is a private equity firm with offices in London and Munich, focusing on investments in lower mid-market growth companies across Europe, particularly in technology-enabled business services, software, industrial technologies, and renewable energy sectors. Founded in 2004, the firm manages over €300 million in assets and seeks to invest between €7.5 million and €30 million per transaction, targeting companies with a minimum of €10 million in revenue and positive EBITDA. Alpina Partners aims to create sustainable value by supporting management teams in shaping their growth strategies and facilitating international expansion. The firm typically holds investments for three to five years, with exit strategies that include trade sales or initial public offerings. Its investment focus is primarily on Germany, Austria, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, Ireland, and the Nordic and Benelux regions, while also considering opportunities in Asia-Pacific and North America.

Sebastian Canzler

Partner

Alexander Domin

Partner

Philipp Scheller

Investment Associate

Lisa Shaw-Taylor

CFO

Florian Strehle

Partner

38 past transactions

Orsoft

Acquisition in 2019
Orsoft is a developer of advanced planning, scheduling, and supply chain management software tailored for industries such as pharmaceuticals, food and beverage, chemicals, industrial manufacturing, healthcare, and automotive. The company provides innovative and reliable solutions that complement SAP ERP, SAP SCM, and SAP S/4HANA. Its platform offers a range of services including master data maintenance, logistics, simulation, optimization, and multi-resource planning, catering primarily to medium-sized and large corporations. Orsoft aims to enhance operational efficiency and decision-making processes within complex supply chains.

New Solutions GmbH

Venture Round in 2017
New Solutions GmbH is an independent software house for information and communication technology. The worldwide Microsoft Certified Partner Program stands for certified knowledge and high competency when developing software solutions. The certified partners excel due to their extremely large IT know-how especially in the environment of Microsoft technologies and offer with their demand and target oriented solutions a highly efficient extension of Microsoft products.

QDA Solutions

Venture Round in 2017
QDA Solutions, founded in 2017 and based in Germany, specializes in designing and developing software solutions for quality management in the manufacturing sector. The company offers a comprehensive software suite that integrates standard query language (SQL) and Oracle databases to facilitate connectivity with gauging, metrology, testing, and measurement devices. Its flagship product enables users to record and analyze critical quality data, promoting sustainable optimization of production processes. Aimed at small and medium-sized enterprises, QDA Solutions emphasizes system-wide visibility and traceability, ensuring clients can efficiently manage their quality processes from start to finish. By making data actionable, the company provides essential insights that empower users at all levels, from production staff to top management, to make informed decisions that contribute to long-term success.

Virtalis

Private Equity Round in 2017
Virtalis is a virtual Reality (VR) and advanced visualisation company, providing VR software solutions to understand information and data, interact with it and to foster communication between designers, manufacturers, trainers, marketeers and senior management.

Assent Building Control

Venture Round in 2017
Assent Building Control Ltd. offers corporate building control services to designers, developers, contractors, and end-users. The company's services include fire safety and risk consultancy, such as designing framework and solutions for fire safety; and planning consultancy, which focuses on the planning system, including architects, highway consultants, ecologists, arboriculturalists, and landscape architects. It also offers consultancy services, which enable identification of problems and designing of customized solutions. Furthermore, the company provides seminars and trainings to skill the workforce of clients. In addition, it offers energy performance certifications for clients in construction industry. Assent Building Control Ltd. was incorporated in 2004 and is based in Wakefield, United Kingdom with additional offices in Cornwall, Plymouth, Budleigh Salterton, Taunton, and Southampton, United Kingdom.

GEFASOFT

Acquisition in 2017
GEFASOFT GmbH is a provider of manufacturing execution systems. Under the motto of intelligently producing products and services , we are a strong partner in your projects to increase efficiency. markets Our products - object-oriented process visualization (SCADA) GraphPic and the scalable Manufacturing Execution System (MES) Legato Sapient - are sector-neutral. The experience of our employees has been concentrated on discrete production since the company's founding in 1984. Through the activities of system and sales partners, the products and services are now at home in various industries. The focus is on the areas of automotive, pharmaceutical and food, energy technology and building management. GEFASOFT is an innovation leader for online data exchange and transparent information presentation to increase the efficiency of processes. Legato Sapient is a flexible and scalable MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems) / control system, which can be used variably from the monitoring system in highly automated production to the complete MES. GraphPic (SCADA) is a modular process visualization and enables an optimal adaptation to customer-specific requirements for various applications. Under the motto of intelligently producing products and services , we are a strong partner in your projects to increase efficiency. GEFASOFT is at home in many applications and in different industries. A particular focus is on discrete and highly automated serial production in the automotive sector. However, the products are also successfully used in other industries such as electrical appliances, building materials, pharmaceuticals and food, energy technology or building management.

CrossLink Faserverbundtechnik

Acquisition in 2016
CrossLink Faserverbundtechnik GmbH & Co. KG specializes in the design and production of fiber reinforced composites, including carbon fiber reinforced plastics (CFRP), glass fiber reinforced plastics (GFRP), and aramid fiber reinforced plastics (AFRP). The company caters to various industries, notably medicine, automotive, and mechanical engineering, providing advanced composite solutions tailored to specific applications. Headquartered in Cadolzburg, Germany, CrossLink Faserverbundtechnik is committed to delivering innovative materials that enhance performance and efficiency across its diverse customer base.

CIMdata

Acquisition in 2016
CIMdata is the leading independent global strategic management consulting and research authority focused exclusively on the PLM market. They are dedicated to maximizing their clients' ability to design and deliver innovative products and services through the application of PLM.

Oxaion

Venture Round in 2015
Oxaion AG, based in Ettlingen, Germany, is a prominent provider of enterprise resource planning (ERP) solutions tailored for mid-sized companies in the industrial and wholesale sectors. Established in 2005, the company leverages over 30 years of industry and development experience to offer comprehensive ERP software, including the oxaion business solution and oxaion open. These solutions encompass essential modules such as finance, merchandise management, sales, and production, along with advanced features like project and service management, business process management, and business intelligence. Oxaion's software is designed to be flexible and platform-independent, supporting various central business processes including materials management and customer relationship management. It is also internationally oriented, available in multiple languages and country-specific versions, making it a competent consulting partner for businesses looking to streamline their operations.

Dolan

Acquisition in 2015
DOLAN GmbH, based in Kelheim, Germany, specializes in manufacturing acrylic specialty fibers, serving a diverse range of applications including furniture fabrics, sun protection, marine products, and protective clothing. Founded in 2005, the company is recognized for its custom fiber solutions and is a member of the Lenzing Group. DOLAN's spun-dyed fibers are designed to meet stringent requirements for light and weather fastness, making them ideal for car covers, awnings, and outdoor fabrics. In addition, the company focuses on technical fibers for hot gas and liquid filtration, as well as reinforcement in composite materials for the construction sector. The high chemical resistance of DOLAN's acrylic fibers also allows for their use in concrete, mortar, bitumen, and fiber cement products. DOLAN GmbH operates as a subsidiary of Dralon GmbH.

European Carbon Fiber

Acquisition in 2015
European Carbon Fiber GmbH manufactures precursors for the carbon fiber industry.

Exosect

Venture Round in 2015
Exosect Limited, established in 2001 as a spin-out from the University of Southampton, specializes in developing innovative platforms that enhance the delivery of biological and synthetic active ingredients for pesticide manufacturers. The company's proprietary technologies, including the Entostat and Entomag delivery platforms, address challenges such as pest resistance, regulatory compliance, and food safety residues. The Entostat platform utilizes an electrostatically charged micro powder for microencapsulation and controlled release of active ingredients, while the Entomag platform employs ferrous micro powder for targeted delivery, particularly against crawling insects in public health applications. With a robust portfolio of 41 patents and 28 national product registrations, Exosect is strategically positioned to commercialize its patented technologies across agriculture, public health, and animal health sectors, aiming to improve pest control and food protection. The company is headquartered in Winchester, United Kingdom.

Mcor Technologies

Series B in 2014
Mcor Technologies Ltd. is a manufacturer of paper-based three-dimensional color printers, known for producing affordable and eco-friendly models that utilize ordinary business-letter paper as the build material. This unique approach allows the creation of durable and tactile 3D models, making the technology accessible to various sectors. The company serves diverse industries, including education, manufacturing, architecture, fine arts, entertainment, medical, and geospatial services, distributing its products through a network of dealers. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Dunleer, Ireland, Mcor Technologies also operates offices in Boston and California, aiming to expand the reach of 3D printing technology globally.

UB Composites

Venture Round in 2014
UB Composites is a developer and manufacturer of carbon fiber components, primarily serving the aerospace sector. The company specializes in producing lightweight products suitable for various applications, including fiber composite materials, model and tool making, and computer numerical control (CNC) milling. By focusing on lamination and other advanced manufacturing techniques, UB Composites enables clients in the automotive, aerospace, and medical industries to effectively realize their innovative concepts.

Exosect

Venture Round in 2013
Exosect Limited, established in 2001 as a spin-out from the University of Southampton, specializes in developing innovative platforms that enhance the delivery of biological and synthetic active ingredients for pesticide manufacturers. The company's proprietary technologies, including the Entostat and Entomag delivery platforms, address challenges such as pest resistance, regulatory compliance, and food safety residues. The Entostat platform utilizes an electrostatically charged micro powder for microencapsulation and controlled release of active ingredients, while the Entomag platform employs ferrous micro powder for targeted delivery, particularly against crawling insects in public health applications. With a robust portfolio of 41 patents and 28 national product registrations, Exosect is strategically positioned to commercialize its patented technologies across agriculture, public health, and animal health sectors, aiming to improve pest control and food protection. The company is headquartered in Winchester, United Kingdom.

Hoffmeister Leuchten

Private Equity Round in 2013
Hoffmeister-Leuchten GmbH is a German-based lighting equipment manufacturer. Hoffmeister combines functionality and architectural design and innovative lighting technology in their designs. Hoffmeister-Leuchten GmbH operates as a subsidiary of Koninklijke Philips Electronics NV.

Exosect

Venture Round in 2012
Exosect Limited, established in 2001 as a spin-out from the University of Southampton, specializes in developing innovative platforms that enhance the delivery of biological and synthetic active ingredients for pesticide manufacturers. The company's proprietary technologies, including the Entostat and Entomag delivery platforms, address challenges such as pest resistance, regulatory compliance, and food safety residues. The Entostat platform utilizes an electrostatically charged micro powder for microencapsulation and controlled release of active ingredients, while the Entomag platform employs ferrous micro powder for targeted delivery, particularly against crawling insects in public health applications. With a robust portfolio of 41 patents and 28 national product registrations, Exosect is strategically positioned to commercialize its patented technologies across agriculture, public health, and animal health sectors, aiming to improve pest control and food protection. The company is headquartered in Winchester, United Kingdom.

WEMS

Venture Round in 2012
WEMS is the only wireless building energy management system in the world that is completely wireless and web-enabled. WEMS delivers typical energy savings of 15-30%. Installing their wireless energy management systems is non-intrusive and fast, which helps you realise your building energy efficiency quickly and cost-effectively.

Torqeedo

Series C in 2012
Torqeedo GmbH develops, manufactures, distributes, and markets electric boat motors. It offers motors for tenders, small boats, dinghies, jollies, motor boats, and daysailors, as well as for fishing boats and canoes. The company also provides power batteries for the electrical boat drive. It sells its products through dealers in the United States, Canada, Austria, Switzerland, Germany, and internationally. The company was founded in 2005 and is based in Starnberg, Germany.

Exosect

Venture Round in 2011
Exosect Limited, established in 2001 as a spin-out from the University of Southampton, specializes in developing innovative platforms that enhance the delivery of biological and synthetic active ingredients for pesticide manufacturers. The company's proprietary technologies, including the Entostat and Entomag delivery platforms, address challenges such as pest resistance, regulatory compliance, and food safety residues. The Entostat platform utilizes an electrostatically charged micro powder for microencapsulation and controlled release of active ingredients, while the Entomag platform employs ferrous micro powder for targeted delivery, particularly against crawling insects in public health applications. With a robust portfolio of 41 patents and 28 national product registrations, Exosect is strategically positioned to commercialize its patented technologies across agriculture, public health, and animal health sectors, aiming to improve pest control and food protection. The company is headquartered in Winchester, United Kingdom.

Green Energy Group

Venture Round in 2011
Green Energy Group (GEG) is headquartered in London/ UK and was founded in 2008. The company is focused on delivering flash type and modular geothermal wellhead power plants on a turnkey basis. GEG has developed a unique power plant system that is prefabricated in ready modules and commissioned on site in a matter of months. GEG currently delivers turnkey flash type modular geothermal wellhead power plants sizing from 3.2 MWe to 10 MWe per unit. The plants reduce capital expenses and project risk and allow for quicker payback on investment. They can be scaled through several modules to hundreds of MWe. The highly experienced executive team at GEG has assembled a team commanding a wealth of experience within the design, engineering, project management and operation of geothermal plants and is supported by a Board of Directors drawn from both investment banking and the engineering sector.

Resysta

Venture Round in 2011
Resysta International GmbH specializes in the production of fiber reinforced hybrid materials designed for various applications, including decking and furniture. Established in 1996 and headquartered in Pfaffing, Germany, the company’s innovative products are utilized for terrace coverings, ship decks, and facade cladding, as well as for furniture manufacturing. Resysta’s materials are noted for their water resistance, which eliminates issues such as cracks and splinters, and they are also impervious to damage from insects and fungi. The company distributes its decking products through a network of dealers primarily in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. Resysta's materials require minimal maintenance, allowing users to enjoy their aesthetic appeal without the burden of extensive upkeep.

pvXchange.com

Venture Round in 2011
Creating value for more than 10.000 registered business clients, pvXchange is one of the largest online trading platforms for solar modules, inverters and PV components in Europe. The webshop contains a comprehensive product catalogue and allows companies an easy access of thousands currently manufactured and no longer produced products. In addition, pvXchange offers its clients an individual technical advice and support. Based on the experience of over 30.000 business transactions and more than fifteen years of unique market expertise, pvXchange successfully matches client requirements with customized solutions in a professional and highly efficient way. pvXchange serves the demand for replacement modules and spare parts to restore damaged PV systems or for repowering purpose. If required, the company also offers its clients complementary services such as quality checks e.g. power measurements or electroluminescence.

Friedola Tech

Private Equity Round in 2010
friedola®TECH manufactures high-end plastic products and lightweight system components for the automotive industry and customized solutions for multiple-use logistics. In addition to the headquarters in Geismar, friedola®TECH currently operates facilities in Leinefelde, Bremen and Greenville/USA and has partner offices in Turkey and Russia.

Friedola Tech

Acquisition in 2010
friedola®TECH manufactures high-end plastic products and lightweight system components for the automotive industry and customized solutions for multiple-use logistics. In addition to the headquarters in Geismar, friedola®TECH currently operates facilities in Leinefelde, Bremen and Greenville/USA and has partner offices in Turkey and Russia.

Via optronics

Venture Round in 2010
VIA optronics AG, through its subsidiary, VIA optronics GmbH, provides display solutions and systems worldwide. It offers interactive display solutions and systems that combine system design, interactive displays, software, and other hardware components; and optical bonding solutions for various displays and touch panels. The company also provides camera solutions and systems. It serves automotive, consumer electronics, industrial, and specialized end markets. The company was founded in 2005 and is headquartered in Nuremberg, Germany. VIA optronics AG is a subsidiary of Integrated Micro-Electronics, Inc.

Torqeedo

Venture Round in 2010
Torqeedo GmbH develops, manufactures, distributes, and markets electric boat motors. It offers motors for tenders, small boats, dinghies, jollies, motor boats, and daysailors, as well as for fishing boats and canoes. The company also provides power batteries for the electrical boat drive. It sells its products through dealers in the United States, Canada, Austria, Switzerland, Germany, and internationally. The company was founded in 2005 and is based in Starnberg, Germany.

PassivSystems

Private Equity Round in 2010
PassivSystems was established in 2008 to develop leading-edge smart-home technology for the mass market. With a team of successful entrepreneurs, technologists, designers, marketing experts and others from the communications and energy industries, we aim to establish a profitable enterprise delivering effective solutions to some of today's most pressing global problems. We are a cleantech business backed by significant venture capital, and have grown rapidly to over 35 people in our first year.

Exosect

Venture Round in 2009
Exosect Limited, established in 2001 as a spin-out from the University of Southampton, specializes in developing innovative platforms that enhance the delivery of biological and synthetic active ingredients for pesticide manufacturers. The company's proprietary technologies, including the Entostat and Entomag delivery platforms, address challenges such as pest resistance, regulatory compliance, and food safety residues. The Entostat platform utilizes an electrostatically charged micro powder for microencapsulation and controlled release of active ingredients, while the Entomag platform employs ferrous micro powder for targeted delivery, particularly against crawling insects in public health applications. With a robust portfolio of 41 patents and 28 national product registrations, Exosect is strategically positioned to commercialize its patented technologies across agriculture, public health, and animal health sectors, aiming to improve pest control and food protection. The company is headquartered in Winchester, United Kingdom.

Petainer

Venture Round in 2009
Petainer is a specialist engineering and technology business, an industry leader in the development, design and manufacture of PET (PolyEthylene Terephthalate) plastic containers. Petainer is leading the industry with their approach to sustainability, focusing on sustainable technologies and material efficiency to deliver ‘environmentally friendly’ packaging. They have a passion for innovation and new ideas. Leading European food, drink and other brands call upon their strengths in design, innovation and manufacturing to create new packaging concepts and put them into production. Their purpose-built modern factories manufacture both preforms and fully-blown containers – including refillable and ‘one-way’ PET bottles and containers.

AMCS

Venture Round in 2009
AMCS is an Irish company headquartered in Limerick, specializing in integrated software and technology solutions for the waste, recycling, logistics, and resource management industries. Founded in 2002 by James Martin and Austin Ryan, AMCS provides a comprehensive suite of products, including RFID solutions, advanced weighing technology, and ERP software, which support various operational aspects such as bin and vehicle management, invoicing, and customer reporting. The company’s offerings aim to streamline and optimize business processes, facilitating the transition toward a circular economy. AMCS serves a diverse clientele, including municipalities, private waste collectors, and commercial haulers, helping them to enhance operational efficiency, reduce costs, and improve customer service. Through its innovative solutions, AMCS plays a vital role in resource management and waste disposal across multiple sectors.

SensorTran

Venture Round in 2008
SensorTran, a NASA technology spin-off, designs and supplies fiber optic-based Distributed Temperature Sensing (DTS) systems and solutions to the energy industry. SensorTran offers complete distributed monitoring solutions for use in downhole oil & gas operations, power cable monitoring, pipeline flow assurance and integrity monitoring, vessel hot spot detection, storage tank leak detection, environmental monitoring, concrete curing, and fire detection.

Exosect

Venture Round in 2008
Exosect Limited, established in 2001 as a spin-out from the University of Southampton, specializes in developing innovative platforms that enhance the delivery of biological and synthetic active ingredients for pesticide manufacturers. The company's proprietary technologies, including the Entostat and Entomag delivery platforms, address challenges such as pest resistance, regulatory compliance, and food safety residues. The Entostat platform utilizes an electrostatically charged micro powder for microencapsulation and controlled release of active ingredients, while the Entomag platform employs ferrous micro powder for targeted delivery, particularly against crawling insects in public health applications. With a robust portfolio of 41 patents and 28 national product registrations, Exosect is strategically positioned to commercialize its patented technologies across agriculture, public health, and animal health sectors, aiming to improve pest control and food protection. The company is headquartered in Winchester, United Kingdom.

Watson Brown

Series A in 2008
Watson Brown HSM Limited develops and supplies polymer recycling technologies based on the principles of Mechanochemistry. It offers toll processing services, recycled compounds, down cycling compounds, and custom products. The company was founded in 1997 and is based in London, United Kingdom. It has operations in the United Kingdom, Germany, and America.

Exosect

Venture Round in 2008
Exosect Limited, established in 2001 as a spin-out from the University of Southampton, specializes in developing innovative platforms that enhance the delivery of biological and synthetic active ingredients for pesticide manufacturers. The company's proprietary technologies, including the Entostat and Entomag delivery platforms, address challenges such as pest resistance, regulatory compliance, and food safety residues. The Entostat platform utilizes an electrostatically charged micro powder for microencapsulation and controlled release of active ingredients, while the Entomag platform employs ferrous micro powder for targeted delivery, particularly against crawling insects in public health applications. With a robust portfolio of 41 patents and 28 national product registrations, Exosect is strategically positioned to commercialize its patented technologies across agriculture, public health, and animal health sectors, aiming to improve pest control and food protection. The company is headquartered in Winchester, United Kingdom.

SensorTran

Series B in 2007
SensorTran, a NASA technology spin-off, designs and supplies fiber optic-based Distributed Temperature Sensing (DTS) systems and solutions to the energy industry. SensorTran offers complete distributed monitoring solutions for use in downhole oil & gas operations, power cable monitoring, pipeline flow assurance and integrity monitoring, vessel hot spot detection, storage tank leak detection, environmental monitoring, concrete curing, and fire detection.

Aquaspy

Venture Round in 2007
Intelligent water management reduces the need for costly new alternatives including recycling and desalination. It means knowing how much water is being used and where it can be saved. AquaSpy technology has been proven in the toughest environment of all - outback Australia. Its sensors have helped farmers improve yields by as much as 100%. Now they are being used across agricultural markets, in cities and towns, and beneath some of the world's finest golf courses, in the Americas, Australia and Europe. There are over 50,000 AquaSpy sensors in use around the world. AquaSpy Group has representation across the USA, Latin America and Australia.

SensorTran

Series A in 2006
SensorTran, a NASA technology spin-off, designs and supplies fiber optic-based Distributed Temperature Sensing (DTS) systems and solutions to the energy industry. SensorTran offers complete distributed monitoring solutions for use in downhole oil & gas operations, power cable monitoring, pipeline flow assurance and integrity monitoring, vessel hot spot detection, storage tank leak detection, environmental monitoring, concrete curing, and fire detection.
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