MAHLE

MAHLE GmbH is a global supplier and development partner for the automotive industry, specializing in engine systems and components, filtration, thermal management products, and integrated solutions for electric mobility. Established in 1920 and headquartered in Stuttgart, Germany, MAHLE addresses key challenges in powertrain and air conditioning technology, providing a wide range of products for both combustion engines and electric vehicles. The company operates over 170 production locations across 34 countries and employs approximately 76,000 individuals. In addition to its manufacturing capabilities, MAHLE's investment arm focuses on growth and venture capital investments within the automotive sector, seeking to enhance its strategic position through minority or majority stakes in relevant ventures. In 2015, MAHLE reported sales of around EUR 11.5 billion, reflecting its significant role in the automotive supply chain.

Michael Frick

Director of Corporate Controlling

Philipp Kuckuck

Vice President, Corporate Finance

Jorg Stratmann

Chairman and Chief Executive Officer

7 past transactions

Inspekto

Series B in 2019
Inspekto is a German industrial company with origins in Israel, headquartered in Tel Aviv. The company specializes in autonomous machine vision technology, which is designed to enhance quality control processes in manufacturing. By introducing this innovative category, Inspekto aims to provide manufacturers with advanced solutions that streamline inspection operations, reduce costs, and improve product quality. Their technology leverages artificial intelligence to automate visual inspections, thereby enabling manufacturers to maintain high standards while increasing efficiency.

asellerate

Seed Round in 2019
asellerate is a multichannel e-commerce platform focused on the automotive aftermarket, providing solutions for manufacturers to enhance their online sales capabilities. The company specializes in offering automotive spare parts, tires, and reproducing hard-to-find components. Through its online platform, asellerate integrates various sales channels, including eBay and Amazon, facilitating order management, marketing, and fulfillment processes. By leveraging digital commerce, asellerate enables manufacturers to reach new markets and optimize their sales strategies in the automotive sector. The platform's services also include concierge support and advanced manufacturing techniques, such as 3D printing, to meet customer demands for high-quality automotive parts and accessories.

MAHLE ZG Transmissions

Acquisition in 2019
MAHLE ZG Transmissions GmbH is a future-oriented innovation service provider in the field of drive technology. Their customers include renowned OEMs as well as Tier 1 automotive suppliers. Their core competence lies in the development and manufacture of innovative transmissions, often in the field of electric or hybridized drive concepts. MAHLE ZG Transmissions GmbH accompanies the customer during the entire development process from the initial idea to the tested prototype.

BrainBee

Acquisition in 2018
BrainBee company was founded in 2001, they knew that they wanted to achieve something very special. This was obvious from their unusual company name, which combines the positive qualities of the busy bee with the technological knowledge of their engineers. BRAIN BEE produces innovative products that do exactly what they are supposed to. Highly precise and, most importantly, reliable.

asellerate

Pre Seed Round in 2018
asellerate is a multichannel e-commerce platform focused on the automotive aftermarket, providing solutions for manufacturers to enhance their online sales capabilities. The company specializes in offering automotive spare parts, tires, and reproducing hard-to-find components. Through its online platform, asellerate integrates various sales channels, including eBay and Amazon, facilitating order management, marketing, and fulfillment processes. By leveraging digital commerce, asellerate enables manufacturers to reach new markets and optimize their sales strategies in the automotive sector. The platform's services also include concierge support and advanced manufacturing techniques, such as 3D printing, to meet customer demands for high-quality automotive parts and accessories.

iqento

Seed Round in 2017
The Mood Corp. is a lifestyle company. It excites all your senses by combining active fragrances with the latest technology and exclusive designs. The products are developed with only one goal in mind: to help people to feel good. They design for your well-being. MoodConnect, the first product, is a revolutionary mobile scent device. Conveniently controlled from a smartphone, it creates a feel-good atmosphere with high-quality active fragrances – whether at home or while travelling. The company is headquartered in Stuttgart, Germany.

iqento

Seed Round in 2016
The Mood Corp. is a lifestyle company. It excites all your senses by combining active fragrances with the latest technology and exclusive designs. The products are developed with only one goal in mind: to help people to feel good. They design for your well-being. MoodConnect, the first product, is a revolutionary mobile scent device. Conveniently controlled from a smartphone, it creates a feel-good atmosphere with high-quality active fragrances – whether at home or while travelling. The company is headquartered in Stuttgart, Germany.