Centogene AG is a leading genetic biotechnology company based in Rostock, Germany, specializing in genetic and biochemical diagnostic testing for rare hereditary disorders. The company offers a range of services to support the medical community, including genetic counseling, newborn screening, and biomarker analysis for lysosomal storage disorders. Centogene has developed a comprehensive rare disease platform that integrates epidemiologic, phenotypic, and genetic data, along with a biobank of blood samples, to aid in patient diagnosis and treatment. Additionally, the company collaborates with pharmaceutical partners to provide services such as patient recruitment, epidemiological insights, and biomarker discovery. Its diagnostic services are accessible through healthcare providers, facilitating targeted genetic sequencing for patients with various genetic disorders. With operations in multiple countries, including the United States and the United Arab Emirates, Centogene aims to improve awareness and treatment options for patients with rare diseases globally.
Mehler Vario System GmbH specializes in the development and manufacture of protective vests and ballistic protection systems for law enforcement, military, and special forces. The company’s product range includes ballistic vests, hard ballistics, and various specialized items such as shock absorbers, dog protection vests, hostage protection shields, and full-body protective suits. Additionally, it offers downloading bags, ballistic briefcases, flexible ballistic blankets, and multifunctional safety shields. Mehler Vario System distributes its products through a network of international sales partners across several countries, including Singapore, Malaysia, Belgium, and Saudi Arabia. Established in 1837, the company is headquartered in Fulda, Germany, and has operated as a subsidiary of Armira Partners GmbH & Co KG since August 2014.
valantic GmbH is an IT consulting firm based in Munich, Germany, specializing in digital transformation solutions. The company offers a range of services, including SAP support, enterprise software solutions, compliance and fraud solutions, and IT support. It serves various industries such as financial services, automotive, consumer goods, retail, energy, telecommunications, and more. Valantic focuses on creating software and digital process solutions that help clients gain a competitive edge. By integrating technological expertise with industry knowledge, valantic aims to address the challenges of digitization effectively. The company was previously known as DABERO Service Group GmbH before rebranding in November 2017.
VTU Group GmbH is a company based in Grambach, Germany, that specializes in developing, engineering, and supplying processing plants for various industries, including pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, chemicals, metallurgy, oil and gas, and renewable energy. The company provides a wide range of engineering services, such as conceptual design, basic engineering, project management, and plant optimization, as well as lab and pilot plant services that cover process development and protein technology. Additionally, VTU Group offers customized software solutions tailored for the power industry. With a presence in multiple locations across Austria, Germany, Italy, and Switzerland, VTU Group has been operating since 1990 and is committed to supporting its clients through advanced process engineering, digitization, and value-added services.
Private Equity Round in 2018
Elatec specializes in providing advanced RFID technology combined with robust software and services for secure access control and mobile authentication across various industries. The company offers universal RFID readers that facilitate user identification and secure access for diverse applications, including physical access control, secure printing, fleet management, and ticketing. By leveraging RFID, Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), and Near Field Communication (NFC) technologies, Elatec connects users with locations, products, and services effectively. The company collaborates with original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and end-users to develop adaptable and future-ready authentication solutions that address both current and emerging needs in the market. Their product range includes kiosk display systems and configurable SIM card readers, catering to a wide array of applications across telecommunications, banking, and retail sectors.
Air Alliance GmbH, founded in 1993 and based in Burbach, Germany, specializes in a range of aviation services. The company provides maintenance, aircraft sales, and flight simulators, along with business and private jet charter flights and ambulance flight services. Air Alliance is recognized as an official service center for prominent aircraft manufacturers, including Pilatus, Diamond, and Gulfstream.
AWK Group offers IT consulting, system engineering and project management services. We design and optimise systems and processes, and support you from initial planning through to implementation.
Euro-Druckservice GmbH, established in 1992 and headquartered in Passau, Germany, specializes in web offset and sheetfed printing services across Central and Eastern Europe. The company produces a variety of printed materials, including advertising materials, magazines, journals, and books. Its service offerings encompass cold-set printing, direct mail, digital printing, and prepress solutions. With operations extending to Poland, the Czech Republic, Hungary, and Romania, Euro-Druckservice aims to meet diverse printing needs from a single source, ensuring quality and cost-effectiveness for its clients.
Centogene AG is a leading genetic biotechnology company based in Rostock, Germany, specializing in genetic and biochemical diagnostic testing for rare hereditary disorders. The company offers a range of services to support the medical community, including genetic counseling, newborn screening, and biomarker analysis for lysosomal storage disorders. Centogene has developed a comprehensive rare disease platform that integrates epidemiologic, phenotypic, and genetic data, along with a biobank of blood samples, to aid in patient diagnosis and treatment. Additionally, the company collaborates with pharmaceutical partners to provide services such as patient recruitment, epidemiological insights, and biomarker discovery. Its diagnostic services are accessible through healthcare providers, facilitating targeted genetic sequencing for patients with various genetic disorders. With operations in multiple countries, including the United States and the United Arab Emirates, Centogene aims to improve awareness and treatment options for patients with rare diseases globally.
Fischer Surface Technologies is a privately held a manufacturer of galvanised components for the automotive industry. The company provide customers with all services required to produce electroplated plastic parts from a single source - from development and design support to production, finishing, and assembly.
Elatec specializes in providing advanced RFID technology combined with robust software and services for secure access control and mobile authentication across various industries. The company offers universal RFID readers that facilitate user identification and secure access for diverse applications, including physical access control, secure printing, fleet management, and ticketing. By leveraging RFID, Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), and Near Field Communication (NFC) technologies, Elatec connects users with locations, products, and services effectively. The company collaborates with original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and end-users to develop adaptable and future-ready authentication solutions that address both current and emerging needs in the market. Their product range includes kiosk display systems and configurable SIM card readers, catering to a wide array of applications across telecommunications, banking, and retail sectors.
INTERSCHALT maritime systems AG, the leading specialist software and related service provider to the maritime industry. The acquisition will complement Cargotec's strategic aim of being a leader in intelligent cargo handling. Software meets service - towards a new level of efficiency. That is how INTERSCHALT positions today. In future, the INTERSCHALT Software division becomes part of Navis, and the INTERSCHALT Service division becomes part of MacGregor's customer service Global Lifecycle Support.
Bücker & Essing is a specialized provider of maintenance and repair services for natural gas, biogas, and special gas engines, based in Lingen, Germany. The company focuses on delivering high-quality solutions through a highly qualified workforce, emphasizing the importance of engine servicing and repairs. Its core competencies include the repair of engines and components, machining, and the production of new engines tailored for specific applications. Bücker & Essing also offers revisions and remanufacturing of engines and power packs for the railway industry. When spare parts are no longer available, the company can reproduce them, ensuring continuity in service. Additionally, the introduction of the butec® brand gas engines for liquid gas, natural gas, and biogas has expanded its product offerings. Collaborations with prominent international manufacturers in the gas engine sector further enhance its capabilities, allowing the company to perform repairs on-site, ensuring convenience and efficiency for customers.
MT-Energie specializes in the development and construction of biogas and biomethane plants, offering a comprehensive range of services to bio-gas producers. The company provides technical support and manufacturing services, focusing on the production of complete biogas plants and specialized components. Additionally, MT-Energie is known for its innovative gas processing and feed-in technology, facilitating efficient biomethane production. Their service portfolio emphasizes intensive technical and biological support for the operation of biogas facilities, ensuring optimal performance and sustainability.
Terwa operates as a manufacturer and supplier in the construction and automotive sectors, focusing on the development and distribution of metal components and precast concrete products. The company specializes in creating a diverse array of construction items, including prefabricated parts, tailored to meet the needs of clients throughout the Netherlands. With a solid position in these industries, Terwa is committed to delivering high-quality solutions that support various construction and automotive projects.
The ZIEGLER Group specializes in logistics services and multimodal transport, offering solutions by air, sea, and road. Operating across various countries including France, Switzerland, Germany, the UK, Ireland, Poland, Greece, Tunisia, Morocco, South Africa, and China, the company leverages a robust network of exclusive agents to extend its reach globally. This network enables ZIEGLER to disseminate its expertise and services worldwide, ensuring comprehensive logistics support for its clients.
Webtrekk GmbH develops customer intelligence platforms that enable businesses to connect, analyze, and activate user and marketing data across multiple devices. Established in 2003 and based in Berlin, Germany, with additional offices globally, Webtrekk offers software solutions encompassing analytics, machine learning, app analytics, marketing automation, and more. These tools provide online marketing managers with a comprehensive overview of marketing and acquisition efforts, allowing them to optimize spending and make informed decisions through data-driven insights. The platform supports real-time data analysis, facilitating immediate answers to ROI questions and enabling detailed visitor segmentation. Webtrekk serves a diverse range of industries, including e-commerce, retail, and telecommunications, and counts notable clients such as Allianz, Siemens, and Bosch. Since 2019, Webtrekk has operated as a subsidiary of Mapp Digital US, LLC.
Zellbios manufactures active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) for pharmaceutical markets worldwide. It offers generic active pharmaceutical ingredients, small molecule actives, advanced intermediates, commercial APIs, and amino acids; and custom synthesis and finished dosage form development services. The company also provides services for formulation development; and compiles required regulatory documents for the originator and generic pharmaceutical industry.
Private Equity Round in 2013
SLM Solutions Group AG is a provider of metal-based additive manufacturing technology. SLM Solutions focuses on the development, assembly and sale of machines and integrated system solutions in the field of selective laser melting. SLM Solutions currently employs over 310 members of staff in Germany, the USA, Singapore, Russia and China. The products are utilised worldwide by customers in particular from the aerospace, energy, healthcare and automotive industries.
Private Equity Round in 2011
First Sensor AG, headquartered in Berlin, Germany, specializes in the development, production, and sale of sensor technologies for industrial, medical, and mobility markets globally. The company offers a wide range of products, including optical and opto-electronic sensors, radiation sensors, pressure sensors, level sensors, flow sensors, and inertial sensors. Their portfolio features advanced solutions such as quadrant PIN photodiodes, avalanche photodiodes, and custom sensors tailored to specific customer needs. Additionally, First Sensor produces hybrid circuits and products for microsystem engineering, as well as power semiconductors for aerospace and space applications. Founded in 1991, First Sensor is recognized as a leading supplier in the sensor systems sector, aiming to address future challenges through innovative technology. As of 2020, it operates as a subsidiary of TE Connectivity Ltd.
Westfalia-Automotive is one of the worldwide leading manufacturers of towbars, wiring kits and carrier systems for cars and light utility vehicles with an international presence. In total, more than 1,700 different towbar types for almost all vehicle brands are developed and produced. The company has approximately 900 employees.
Aptrix is a company that was acquired by IBM in 2003.