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.
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.
ACHAT Hotel- und Immobilienbetriebsgesellschaft mbH owns and operates a chain of business, holiday, and conference hotels in Germany, Austria, and Hungary.
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.
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.
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.
Sporternährung Mitteregger GmbH
Acquisition in 2006
Sporternährung Mitteregger GmbH operates as a distributor of sports related nutrition and training supplements.
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.
The Telecom Nescom Systemhaus GmbH (TNS) is a service provider and solution provider for the use of mobile communications, data technology and mobile devices.