Hannover Finanz is a private equity firm based in Hannover, Germany, established in 1979. The firm specializes in investing in medium-sized companies across various sectors, including manufacturing, trade, and services, primarily in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. Hannover Finanz focuses on providing growth capital, financing for ownership succession through management buyouts or buy-ins, and supporting corporate expansions. The firm typically invests between €3 million and €50 million per project, with structured financing transactions potentially reaching up to €150 million. Hannover Finanz prefers to take minority or majority stakes in its investee companies, often engaging in long-term partnerships with a typical holding period of eight to ten years. The firm does not invest in distressed companies or startups and maintains a commitment to strategic decision-making at the board level of its portfolio companies. By drawing investment capital from institutional investors and co-owning the firm with its management, Hannover Finanz has cultivated extensive experience in supporting the growth of medium-sized businesses throughout its history.
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Lacon Electronic GmbH is a prominent provider of electronic manufacturing services specializing in mechatronics. Established in 1985 and headquartered in Dachau, Germany, the company operates additional facilities in Romania, employing over 400 personnel across more than 12,000 square meters of production space. Lacon offers a comprehensive range of services, including printed circuit board assembly, cable assembly, encapsulation, appliance assembly, and the production of switchgear cabinets. The company also provides industrial engineering, labeling, marking, distribution, and end-of-life management services. With capabilities to produce small and medium series of electronic assemblies, devices, and systems, Lacon supports various stages of the value chain, from design and prototyping to just-in-time logistics and after-sales service.
Hamburg, is one of the pioneers in the German-speaking business intelligence market and today one of the technology and innovation leaders for software solutions for integrated corporate management.
PWK Automotive GmbH designs and manufactures automotive safety parts for the automobile industry. The company manufactures parts for chassis, steering, and braking systems. Its products include steering, brake actuation, suspensions, shock absorber, and other safety parts. PWK Automotive GmbH was founded in 1898 and is based in Krefeld, Germany. It has additional locations in Gelenau and Zittau, Germany.
Mediashop is a television shopping company operating across 12 European countries, reaching over 100 million customers. The company specializes in marketing consumer goods that enhance everyday life, with a focus on innovative and high-quality products in categories such as kitchen, household, leisure, fitness, wellness, and beauty. Mediashop employs a multi-channel marketing strategy that includes television infomercials, e-commerce platforms, and social media to facilitate easy consumer purchasing. By developing and promoting products that address common challenges, Mediashop aims to provide attractive solutions for its customers.
WIDOS Wilhelm Dommer Söhne GmbH is an international company that manufactures machines for welding plastic tubes for gas, water, and mining industries. It combines high productivity, safety, and ecology in every single plastic welding technology and in every service - anywhere in the world.
WIDOS Wilhelm Dommer Söhne GmbH was founded in 1946 and is based in Ditzingen, Germany.
WMU Heat Treatment Systems for Industry and Environmental Technology GmbH is a mechanical engineering company as well as a service provider for industrial furnaces. The company provides vacuum ovens, passovers, roller stoves, overhauled used plants, conveyor oven, special oven plants, and resort oven. WMU Heat Treatment Systems for Industry and Environmental Technology was founded by Andreas Breloer and Dieter Uschkoreit in 1994 and is headquartered in Bonen, Germany.
ACHAT Hotel- und Immobilienbetriebsgesellschaft mbH owns and operates a chain of business, holiday, and conference hotels in Germany, Austria, and Hungary.
MOESCHTER GROUP GmbH, founded in 1993 and based in Dortmund, Germany, specializes in the manufacturing of thermally active insulation materials, ceramics, and zirconium oxide components specifically for dental technology. The company focuses on developing customized solutions for its clients, which has led to several patented innovations. MOESCHTER GROUP maintains a strong international presence, collaborating with industrial partners across all continents to ensure a reliable global supply chain for its customers. In addition to bespoke solutions, the company also offers specialized standards tailored to meet the specific needs of various industries.
Schiller Fleisch GmbH is a supplier of roast beef, fillet, and entrecote from German young bulls. In Germany, Austria, and South Tyrol, the company supplies commercial customers and takes care of purchasing, quality management, processing, cutting, storage and packaging of high-quality beef.
Schiller Fleisch GmbH was founded in 1971 and is based in Bad Vibel, Germany.
F&W Frey & Winkler GmbH is a German company specializing in the design, manufacture, and supply of injection-molded parts, primarily made from liquid silicone rubber, for various industries including medical, optical, and automotive. Founded in 1957 and based in Königsbach-Stein, the company initially focused on producing nose pads for the spectacles industry, transitioning to silicone rubber to enhance product quality and transparency. Today, F&W Frey & Winkler's portfolio includes a wide range of products such as precision moldings for medical applications, connector seals, push buttons for automotive markets, and components for hearing aids and sports goggles. The company emphasizes the production of two-component parts using silicone rubber and offers comprehensive services including development, design, tool making, and quality management. F&W Frey & Winkler distributes its products globally through partnerships in countries such as the United States, China, and South Korea, maintaining a commitment to high-quality manufacturing standards.
IPR - Intelligent Peripherals for Robots GmbH develops and manufactures high-quality assembly and robot accessories. The Swabian family-owned company has always been able to anticipate the rapidly changing requirements of this very special market segment and today is one of the technology leaders in the field of gripping technology.
Deurotech Group GmbH, based in Langenfeld, Germany, specializes in the manufacture of additives that control chemical processes, particularly in the impregnation of paper and wood surfaces. The company also offers solutions aimed at air purification related to industrial processes. Its product offerings are designed to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of various applications within these industries.
Koller-Gruppe is your supplier in the automotive industry. Specialization in various fields - from mold making. The Koller Group is a manufacturer of lightweight automotive parts in international markets. The Koller Group manufactures serial lightweight products using distinct technologies (molding and pressing) and materials (sandwich, plastics, CFK, SMC and hybrids), mainly supplying the automotive industry. The Koller Group acts as a Tier 1 and/or Tier 2 supplier, delivering its serial products mainly to European OEMs. Those serial products are manufactured at different locations in Europe and Mexico. Koller also acts as a lightweight development partner and system supplier for German and international OEMs. Moreover, the Koller Group operates a tool shop and conducts business in plant engineering and construction for external customers, as well as for Koller Group companies.
The Biesterfeld Group focuses on sustainable, profitable growth in its four core business divisions: Biesterfeld Plastic is a major distributor of plastics and additives. Biesterfeld Spezialchemie is active in Europe and Brazil with products and solutions for speciality chemicals. The youngest business division Biesterfeld Performance Rubber is internationally active as a distributor for the rubber processing. As an international trading company, Biesterfeld International trades worldwide in base chemicals and specialities.
Transcom - CMS Austria
Acquisition in 2014
Transcom - Austrian Credit Management Services offers various customer relationship management (CRM) products and services.
Simplon Fahrrad GmbH is a manufacturer located in Hard, Austria, specializing in the production of bicycles and related equipment. The company focuses on the triathlon and racing sports sector, offering a diverse range of products including mountain bikes, racing bikes, leisure bikes, touring bikes, and e-bikes. Simplon Fahrrad utilizes lightweight materials such as aluminum and carbon to develop its bicycles, allowing for customization according to client specifications. The company prides itself on its ability to assemble these products quickly, typically within a few days, ensuring a tailored experience for customers.
OQEMA AG today occupies a leading position in the European chemical distribution market. The family business has grown steadily and above average in recent years. The product range of the company is diversified with 12,000 products: Commodities and specialties are equally represented.
LÜCK Holding GmbH offers engineering services such as installation and maintenance of the electrical and safety products, heater, sanitary and air conditioning systems.
Mackprang Holding concentrates exclusively on the Schlemmer Group. Founded in 1878 as a trading company for agricultural commodities, the Hamburg-based family company Mackprang pursued the strategy of increasing diversification from the 1960s onwards. In 1963, Mackprang acquired Schlemmer GmbH and brought the company into the holding. The original C. Mackprang jr. GmbH & Co. KG continues its activities as an independent company among its previous shareholders, the Mackprang family.
Franz Ziener GmbH & Co. KG is a manufacturer based in Oberammergau, Germany, specializing in sports gloves and clothing for skiing and cycling. Founded in 1946, the company provides a diverse range of products, including gloves, garments, hats, bands, teamwear, and bikewear. It caters to various sports needs, offering winter clothing suitable for racing and mountaineering, as well as summer wear for both men and women, along with additional accessories.
Teupen Maschinenbau GmbH is a manufacturer based in Gronau, Germany, specializing in the development and production of aerial work platforms and rubber track chassis. Founded in 1977, the company provides a range of aerial access technologies, including crawler-mounted, truck-mounted, and trailer-mounted platforms. Teupen's products are designed to address various height access challenges across multiple applications, including indoor maintenance, outdoor tasks, and tree care. In addition to its product offerings, the company supplies spare parts and provides comprehensive technical support, training, maintenance, and inspection services. Teupen operates through a global network of sales partners, aiming to enhance customer efficiency and competitiveness in their respective industries.
Media-Concept Bürobedarf GmbH, based in Unterhaching, Bavaria, specializes in the online distribution of printer cartridges and toner. In various online shops, such as www.tinte24.de, around 5,000 products are distributed predominantly to small commercial and private customers in Germany.
Founded in Vienna in 1885, Ludwig Reiter Schuhmanufaktur is still managed as a family business today. Its core business is the manufacture of high-quality shoes, shoe repairs and the sale of shoe care products. The tradition of the company is based on the production of welted men's shoes in the classic Viennese style. Meanwhile, the internationally present company has also developed a wide range of high-quality leisure and sports shoes, women's models, fine leather goods and accessories. The brand Ludwig Reiter is present in exclusive Ludwig Reiter stores in Austria and Germany as well as in selected stores worldwide.
Paper+Design is a graphic design company that manufactures, markets, and sells high-end printed table decoration products. It offers matches, handkerchiefs, toilet paper, coaster, table runners and placemats, slip covers, table covers, banqetrolls, displays, paper cups and plates, napkins, napkin rings, and candles. The company provides its products for various themes, such as maritime, travel, love, baby, wedding, flora, patterns, fauna, food and drink, party, origami napkins, basics, Christmas, Easter, autumn, winter, summer, and spring themes. Paper+Design was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in Wolkenstein, Germany.
Ziemann Sicherheit is a value transport company that provides security services. Its services include cash handling, processing, and packaging of money for commerce, industries, and banks and ATM service. The company also provides plant and property protection, and event services, emergency call, and service center; money order portal; trading services for precious metals and other varieties; and technical banking services. Ziemann Sicherheit was founded by Curt Ziemann in 1956 and is headquartered in Schallstadt, Germany.
Isselburg Guß und Bearbeitung GmbH engages in the development, engineering, and production of grey, vermicular, and spheroidal graphite cast iron ready-to-install components. It offers housings, axles, flywheels, brake discs, and oil sumps. The company also assembles ready-to-install system components for original equipment manufacturers in Europe, the United States, and Japan. Its products are used in diesel engines, tractors, forklift trucks, construction machines, commercial vehicles, and railways worldwide. Isselburg Guß und Bearbeitung GmbH was founded in 1996 and is based in Isselburg, Germany. Isselburg Guß und Bearbeitung GmbH operates as a subsidiary of Industrie Holding Isselburg GmbH.
Hubert Schlieckmann GmbH manufactures spare parts and sheet metal parts for automotive, electrical engineering, and other industries. The company offers punched and drawned parts, welding components, small and large series, and individual parts/components/systems. It also develops drawing, follow-on composite, transfer, press, punching, and prototype tools, as well as cutting dies; and welding components. Hubert Schlieckmann GmbH was founded in 1967 and is based in Harsewinkel, Germany. It also has a location in Chomutov, Czech Republic.
Spectral Audio Möbel GmbH is a German manufacturer specializing in A/V furniture and multimedia accessories. Founded in 1994 by brothers Frank, Heiko, and Markus Krämer, the company is headquartered in Bietigheim-Bissingen, Germany. Spectral Audio Möbel develops elegant home furnishings that incorporate intelligent features such as mobile device integration for seamless audio and video transfer to sound systems and televisions. Their product range includes tables, stands, and specialized TV furniture designed to enhance both entertainment experiences and home aesthetics. The company aims to merge functionality with stylish design, catering to a variety of market segments while focusing on aesthetics and practicality in modern living spaces.
GETI WILBA GmbH & Co. KG produces processed meat products. The company offers cooked hen meat, raw hen meat, pasteurized hen meat, hen meatballs, roasted hen breast strips, minced and roasted hen meat, hen fat and hen broth, and individual products; ready meals and game ready meals as cook-in-the-bag dishes; game products to food service and industrial customers; and convenience products for food retail trade.
Sporternährung Mitteregger GmbH operates as a distributor of sports related nutrition and training supplements.
Service company GmbH
Acquisition in 2006
The company is a specialized service provider in the health sector, dealing with changes in socio-economic market needs. The basis of the business activity is the development and provision of socially recognized and economically successful standards for health care.
Runners Point Group is a specialist retailer of sports shoes, functional textiles, and other fitness accessories. They distribute lifestyle footwear through our self-contained sales concept SIDESTEP. The stores are aimed at fashion and trend conscious groups. It also offers the customers a vast range of running equipment both in-store and online and use the latest technical innovations to optimize customer service. Runners Points Group was founded in 1984 and is headquartered in Recklinghausen, Germany.
RADO Gummi manufactures rubber mixtures for the automobile and white goods industry. The company portfolio includes 2,000 recipes, 1,200 of which come from its own development lab. It uses around 500 to 600 of these recipes per year to produce high-quality rubber compounds according to the wishes and expectations of its customers.
The company is headquartered in North Rhine-Westphalian Radevormwald.
Schrack Technik GmbH is a technology company based in Vienna, Austria, specializing in products and solutions for power and data distribution in Central Europe and beyond. The company offers a wide range of energy products, including meter and distribution enclosures, protective devices, modular devices, and lightning protection systems. Its industry products feature connection systems, relays, circuit breakers, and motor protection devices. Additionally, Schrack Technik provides various installation equipment such as motion and smoke detectors, audio/video intercom systems, and safety equipment like emergency lighting and alarm systems. The company's product portfolio also includes network technology, cables, and lighting solutions, as well as photovoltaic technologies. Schrack Technik serves a diverse clientele, including electrical installers, network cabinet builders, IT specialists, and industrial customers, distributing its products through both its sales force and online channels. Founded in 1994, Schrack Technik operates with a network of regional offices throughout Austria and is a former subsidiary of REXEL Austria GmbH.
melvo GmbH manufactures and supplies shoe care products and comfort articles in Germany. It offers creams, lotions, liquids, waxes, and sprays; and washing agents for sportswear, cleaning shampoos for sports shoes, fabric waterproofing for application in washing machines, and insoles for children’s shoes. The company’s products are also used for leather goods and textiles.
Miles Fashion GmbH produces and distributes soft-line goods. The Company offers apparel, home textiles, and shoes, as well as outdoor equipment, suitcases, bags, garden furniture, home products, household articles, furniture, corporate fashion products, promotional articles, jewelry, and cosmetics.
Metall Technologie Holding manufactures heat treatment industrial furnaces. The company offers industrial furnaces, vacuum furnaces, continuous furnaces, atmosphere furnaces, and protective gas furnaces for aeronautical and automobile industries, medical sector, steel and equipment manufacturers, and heat treatment contractors worldwide. It serves various applications, including gas quenching, oil quenching, gas and oil quenching, brazing of aluminum and stainless steel, sintering and metal injection molding, tempering, annealing, magnetic annealing and stabilization, ageing and stress relieving, low-pressure carburizing, low-pressure nitriding, plasma/ionic nitriding, and cryogenic treatment.
Raith GmbH specializes in the development, manufacturing, and distribution of advanced nanofabrication instruments, focusing on applications such as electron beam lithography, focused ion beam fabrication, nanoengineering, and reverse engineering. With a product portfolio that includes instruments for electron and ion beam lithography, as well as upgrades for various types of microscopes, Raith serves a diverse clientele. Its customers range from universities and research organizations engaged in nanotechnology and materials science to industrial enterprises utilizing nanotechnology in their product applications. Founded in 1980 and headquartered in Dortmund, Germany, Raith has expanded its global presence with locations in the Netherlands, the USA, and Asia, complemented by a broad network of partners and service representatives worldwide. In 2013, Raith strengthened its offerings by collaborating with Vistec Gaussian Beam Lithography, enhancing its ability to provide comprehensive nanofabrication solutions.
The Telecom Nescom Systemhaus GmbH (TNS) is a service provider and solution provider for the use of mobile communications, data technology and mobile devices.
Molecular Machines & Industries (MMI) is the leading provider of microscope-based micromanipulation solutions for the life sciences, material sciences,and healthcare. We specialize in single cell handling, laser microdissection and optical tweezers for a wide range of clinical and research-based applications. MMI is a high-value partner for our customers providing worldwide unique competence in micromanipulation and single cell handling. Founded in 1998 by Prof. Dr. Stefan Seeger in Heidelberg, Germany, MMI moved in 2001 to Zurich, Switzerland. Since then, MMI emerged into the global market and today has established a broad instruments base all over the world.
TME Pharma is a biotechnology company based in Berlin, Germany, focused on developing innovative therapeutics for cancer treatment. The company utilizes its proprietary Spiegelmer platform, which involves biostable aptamers and mirror image nucleic acids, to create a pipeline of clinical-stage product candidates. Its lead drug candidate, NOX-A12, is being investigated as a combination therapy for various cancer types, including metastatic pancreatic and colorectal cancer, glioblastoma, myeloma, and chronic lymphocytic leukemia. TME Pharma is also advancing NOX-E36, which has completed Phase IIa trials for diabetic nephropathy. The company has established partnerships, including a collaboration with Merck & Co. to explore the efficacy of NOX-A12 in combination with Keytruda in patients with metastatic solid tumors. Founded in 1997, TME Pharma continues to advance its mission of developing novel treatments for serious medical conditions.
pitti Holding GmbH
Acquisition in 1998
pitti specializes in the distribution and production of pet food and pet supplies in the dog, cat, bird, rodent and aquarium sector. The umbrella brand pitti stands for a comprehensive and inexpensive overall assortment in the food and non-food sector.
Markenfilm Hamburg, officially known as Markenfilm GmbH & Co KG, is a prominent commercial film production company located in Wedel, near Hamburg, Germany. Established in 1957, it has grown to become Europe's largest entity in the commercial film sector, recognized for its high cinematic and technical standards. The company operates through seven subsidiaries, focusing on the production of various content types, including commercial films, motion graphics, television programs, and social media content. Markenfilm Hamburg caters to a diverse clientele, providing tailored entertainment videos and content that meet specific requirements. Its long-standing presence and expertise make it a market leader in the film and television production landscape.
MPA Pharma GmbH is a manufacturer and distributor of medicinal products based in Trittau, Germany, with an additional office in Osterburg. Founded in 1982, the company operates in Europe and internationally, providing a range of offerings that include patented and non-patented products, generic pharmaceuticals, over-the-counter medications, narcotic drugs, and medical devices. MPA Pharma specializes in products for stoma care, incontinence, diagnostics, and wound treatment. The company also engages in re-importation and parallel importation of its pharmaceuticals, allowing wholesalers, pharmacists, and patients to access lower-priced products.
Wandel & Goltermann Management Holding GmbH
Acquisition in 1995
The Wandel & Goltermann Group is one of the providers of measurement and communication technology for the telecommunications industry.
OETTINGER Brauerei is a brewery company that produces and markets beer. It offers beers, beer-mix drinks, and fruity and sparkling soft drinks. In addition to seamless quality control, state-of-the-art production at four locations, two logistics centers and a high level of environmental awareness. OETTINGER Brauerei was founded in 1731 and is headquartered in Oettingen, Bavaria, Germany.
mobilcom-debitel GmbH retails cell phones and smart phones, and tablets and UMTS. It also offers accessories for smartphones, tablets, and others that include headphones and headsets, sound systems, fitness trackers and smartwatches, smart home products, brackets, cables and chargers, and other accessories; bags, covers, and foils; and photo, videos, and TV accessories.
Peter Butz GmbH & Co. Verwaltungs-KG
Acquisition in 1992
Peter Butz GmbH & Co. Verwaltungs-KG manufactures parts of interior fitting of vehicles. Its products include ski bags, luggage compartment coverings, and safety nets.
Nolte GmbH & Co. KGaA, established in 1923 and based in Germersheim, Germany, is a prominent manufacturer and designer of furniture, specializing in kitchen systems, wardrobes, bedroom furniture, and custom partitions. The company caters to both domestic and international markets, providing a range of products including chipboards and cash-and-carry furniture. Nolte Group also operates furniture showrooms in various locations, including India, Turkey, Dubai, and Mallorca. The business is currently managed by the fourth generation of the Nolte family, reflecting a long-standing commitment to quality and innovation in the furniture industry.
The technotrans group of companies successfully concentrates on applications within its core competence of liquid technology. With 19 company locations and its 1,330 employees we are local in all important markets worldwide. For many years technotrans has expanded into new fields of application within its core competence of cooling, temperature control, filtration, as well as measuring and mixing technology. The strategy is a commitment to sustainable development.
Schneider Versand is a mail-order company for promotional gifts, sales promotion, and advertising products for commercial needs. These include office and gift items, furniture, entertainment, and communications electronics, household items, textiles and a large selection of scattered items that can be printed in the own print shop according to the wishes of the customers. Schneider Versand was founded in 1965 and is headquartered in Wedel, Germany.
VEMAG Maschinenbau GmbH
Acquisition in 1990
VEMAG Maschinenbau GmbH engages in the development, manufacture, and marketing of machines and equipment for the food industry.
Wofi Leuchten GmbH develops and manufactures lighting products. The Company produces a wide range of residential lighting products including ceiling lights, wall lights, pendants, table lamps, floor lamps, spotlights, and track systems.
Willy Vogel AG Techn Verkaufsbuero is headquartered in Germany. The Company's line of business includes the wholesale distribution of industrial machinery and equipment. Die Willy Vogel AG ist das weltweit führende Unternehmen auf dem Gebiet der Zentralschmiertechnik für Maschinen, Anlagen, Nutz- und Schienenfahrzeuge. Seit 2004 ist Vogel Mitglied des schwedischen SKF Konzerns und bildet dort das Kompetenz-Center für den Bereich Schmiersysteme. SKF ist ein weltweit führender Anbieter von Produkten, Systemlösungen und Serviceleistungen in den Branchen Wälzlager und Dichtungen. Die HANNOVER Finanz Gruppe übernahm 1988 von der Witwe des Gründers Willy Vogel gemeinsam mit dem Management die Unternehmensanteile und finanzierte sowohl den Management-Buy-out als auch das weitere Wachstum.
Loher AG
Acquisition in 1986
Loher is a complete supplier of electric drive technology.
Signalbau Huber GmbH
Acquisition in 1986
Signalbau Huber GmbH is an international supplier of systems for traffic engineering and telematics. The Munich-based company has been involved in the development, production, assembly and maintenance of traffic control systems for more than 50 years. Since 2010, the company operates as Swarco Traffic Systems GmbH.