EQT

EQT is a private equity firm headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, with additional offices across Europe, North America, and the Asia Pacific region. Established in 1994, the firm specializes in buyouts, expansion capital, and infrastructure investments, focusing on mid-market companies in sectors such as healthcare, technology, industrials, and services. EQT employs a responsible ownership approach and an industrial growth strategy, seeking opportunities in regions with significant growth potential, including Northern and Eastern Europe, Asia, and the United States. The firm invests through various strategies, including private capital, real assets, credit, and public value, and aims to acquire controlling or co-controlling stakes in its portfolio companies, often holding investments for four to eight years. EQT Life Sciences, a notable segment of the firm, targets innovative healthcare and life sciences companies.

Harsh Agarwal

Director

Päivi Arminen

MD

Andreas Aschenbrenner

Partner

Michael Bauer

Partner, Head of Switzerland and Co-Head of EQT's Global Healthcare Sector Team

Daniela Begolo

Managing Director

Ralph Betz

Director of Credit Team

Lennart Blecher

Deputy Managing Partner

Per Georg Braathen

Industrial Advisor

Shannee Braun

Vice President

Marcus Brennecke

PARTNER and CO-HEAD OF EQT PRIVATE EQUITY ADVISORY TEAM

Carolina Brochado

Deputy Head, Advisory Team

Nicolas Brugère

Partner and Head of France

Drew Burdon

Partner

Benjamin Bygott-Webb

Managing Director

Sarah Carr

Investor Relations Manager

Jay Chae

Director, Client Relations and Capital Raising (APAC)

Brian Chang

Partner

Hans Clevers

Venture Partner

Crosby Cook

Partner

Alex Darden

Partner, President and Head of EQT Infrastructure Advisory Team Americas

Mads M. Ditlevsen

Partner & Head of EQT Partners Denmark

Tracy Duong

VP

Asís Echániz

Partner & Head of Spain

Victor Englesson

Partner

Matthias Fackler

PARTNER and HEAD OF EQT INFRASTRUCTURE ADVISORY TEAM EUROPE

David Forde

Partner

Per Franzén

Head of Private Capital and Deputy Managing Partner

Florian Funk

PARTNER

Anders Gaarud

Public Value Partner

Wolfgang Gorny

Partner, Private Equity

Simon Griffiths

PARTNER and HEAD OF PRIVATE EQUITY ASIA PACIFIC

Fabian Gröne

Partner, Head of Asia

Albert Gustafsson

PARTNER

Sean Ham

Managing Director, Client Relations and Capital Raising (APAC)

Adil Haque

Partner, Client Relations and Capital Raising (Americas)

Jerry He

PARTNER and HEAD OF CHINA, MID MARKET ASIA ADVISORY TEAM

Frank Heckes

PARTNER

Erika Henriksson

PARTNER

Bruno Holthof

Partner

Masoud Homayoun

PARTNER

Andreas Huber

Partner, Vice Chairperson Asia Pacific, Infrastructure

Morten Hummelmose

HEAD OF CLIENT RELATIONS and CAPITAL RAISING ADVISORY TEAM, PARTNER

Neha Jatar

Managing Director

Conni Jonsson

Co-Founder, Investment Advisory Professional, Chairman, Member of Nomination Committee, Member of Audit Committee & Member of Remuneration Committee

Matthew Kestenbaum

Managing Director

Jörg Kinberger

PARTNER

Harry Klagsbrun

PARTNER

Martijn Kleijwegt

Managing Partner and Founder

Thomas von Koch

Managing Partner and Chief Executive Officer

Nicolas Kollmann

Associate

Andrew Konopelski

Partner and Head of EQT Credit

Vesa Koskinen

PARTNER

Arvindh Kumar

Partner and Co-Head of Technology Sector Team

Eugene Lee

DIRECTOR

Matthew S. Levine

Partner and Head of Mid Market US

Mikael Lilius

Industrial Advisor

Benjamin Lim

VP

Eric Liu

PARTNER and CO-HEAD OF GLOBAL HEALTHCARE SECTOR TEAM

Robert Maclean

Partner, Private Equity

Paola Maleh

Partner & Head of EMEA

Carlota Sanchez Marco

Investor Relations MD

Anders Misund

Partner and Head of EQT Future Advisory Team.

Arnav Mitra

Director

Martin Mok

Partner and Head of Mid Market Asia

Joep Muijrers

Partner

Rikke Nielsen

PARTNER

Kristiaan Nieuwenburg

Partner and Head of Performance for Private Capital

Daniel Perez

PARTNER

Jannik Kruse Petersen

Partner and Head of Mid Market Europe

Anne Portwich Ph.D

Partner

Arno Poschik

Director

Robert Rackind

PARTNER

Hermann Rauch

DIRECTOR

Paul de Rome

Partner and Head of Credit Team

Joachim Rothe Ph.D

Managing Partner

Jussi Saarinen

Partner and Head of Client Relations and Capital Raising

Rosa Sammon, Darlene De La

Managing Director, Client Relations and Capital Raising (Americas)

Carlota Sanchez-Marco

Managing Director, Investor Relations

Carlos Santana

Partner

Mika Saukkonen

MD

Gordon Shaw

Partner

Christian Sinding

CEO and Managing Partner

Piyush Singhvi

MD

Georg Stadler

PARTNER

Dominik Stein

PARTNER

Anna Sundell

Partner

Angelo Syailendra

DIRECTOR

Tian Tan

VP

Erwin A. Thompson

PARTNER

Matteo Thun

MD

Peter Veldman

Advisor and EFMS Board Member

Felice Verduyn

Partner

Jan Vesely

Partner

Marcus Wallinder

Partner & Deputy Head of Client Relations and Capital Raising

Forrest Wang

MD

Ethan Waxman

Partner

Felice Verduyn-Van Weegen

Investment Associate

Frans Winarto

VP

Hjalmar Winbladh

Partner and Head of Ventures

Matthias Wittkowski

Partner

Ken Wong

PARTNER

James Yu

PARTNER

Julia Zhu

Managing Director

Fredrik Åtting

Partner

John Österlund

MD

Past deals in Germany

Ariceum Therapeutics

Series A in 2022
Ariceum Therapeutics is a privately held radiopharmaceutical firm in the clinical stage that specializes in the detection and targeted treatment of aggressive malignancies, such as neuroendocrine and other hard-to-treat cancers. 177Lu-satoreotide tetraxetan (Satoreotide), the company's primary targeted systemic radiopharmaceutical therapy, is an antagonist of the somatostatin type 2 receptor (SSTR2), which is overexpressed in many neuroendocrine tumors. For the simultaneous diagnosis and targeted radionuclide treatment of neuroendocrine malignancies, some aggressive tumors, and childhood cancer, which currently offers few treatment choices and a poor prognosis, we are developing satoreotide as a "theranostic" pair.

Mambu

Series E in 2021
Mambu GmbH is a Berlin-based software-as-a-service provider that specializes in banking solutions for managing credit and deposit products. Established in 2011, the company offers a comprehensive platform that enables financial institutions of all sizes, including fintech startups and traditional banks, to design, launch, and scale their banking portfolios. Mambu's services include loan product development, credit risk assessment, and document management, which enhance operational efficiency and data quality. Its platform supports over 7,000 products and serves more than eight million end customers across 46 countries. Additionally, Mambu facilitates features such as account opening, portfolio management, and task automation, thereby streamlining workflows for its clients. With offices in key global locations, Mambu is positioned to support a diverse range of financial institutions, from retail banks to microfinance organizations.

made of air

Seed Round in 2021
Made of Air is a radical new biochar-based material designed to combat climate change. Made of 90% atmospheric carbon, our material is a sustainable alternative for use in construction, interiors, furniture and more.

Formo

Series A in 2021
Formo, formerly known as LegenDairy Foods GmbH, is a Berlin-based company that pioneers the production of dairy products through biotechnology. As Europe's first cell-ag company, Formo specializes in creating real dairy products without the use of cows, employing innovative fermentation and bioprocess engineering techniques. The team consists of food scientists and engineers dedicated to advancing sustainable alternatives in the dairy industry. By leveraging biotechnology, Formo aims to provide consumers with high-quality dairy options while addressing environmental concerns associated with traditional dairy farming.

Formo

Series A in 2021
Formo, formerly known as LegenDairy Foods GmbH, is a Berlin-based company that pioneers the production of dairy products through biotechnology. As Europe's first cell-ag company, Formo specializes in creating real dairy products without the use of cows, employing innovative fermentation and bioprocess engineering techniques. The team consists of food scientists and engineers dedicated to advancing sustainable alternatives in the dairy industry. By leveraging biotechnology, Formo aims to provide consumers with high-quality dairy options while addressing environmental concerns associated with traditional dairy farming.

Storytel

Post in 2021
Storytel AB provides streaming services for audiobooks and e-books through subscription models, operating under the Storytel and Mofibo brands. Founded in 2005, the company has established itself as a leader in this sector across various countries, including Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Finland, the Netherlands, Poland, Germany, Spain, and India, among others. In addition to its streaming services, Storytel publishes audiobooks primarily through its own publisher, Storyside, and has expanded its reach in the publishing industry by acquiring several publishing houses such as Massolit and B. Wahlström. The company also offers digital subscriptions for newspapers and magazines and publishes physical books through notable imprints like Norstedts and Rabén & Sjögren. Headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, Storytel continues to enhance its offerings in the growing digital reading and listening market.

Cardior Pharmaceuticals

Series B in 2021
Cardior Pharmaceuticals GmbH is a biotechnology company based in Hanover, Germany, established in 2016. The company specializes in the development of non-coding RNA-based therapeutics aimed at treating and preventing heart disease, which is the leading cause of death in the western world. Its primary focus is on CDR-132X, an oligonucleotide-based inhibitor designed to target a critical microRNA that regulates harmful changes in the heart resulting from stress or injury. Cardior Pharmaceuticals is positioned as a planned academic spin-off, emphasizing innovative approaches to address significant cardiovascular health challenges.

T-knife

Series B in 2021
T-knife is a developer of T cell receptors intended for T cell therapy of cancer.The company uses a humanized TCR mice platform to carry human TCRαβ gene loci and recombine a broad repertoire of human TCRs, enabling the efficient generation and virtual selection of cell receptors for any human tumor antigen.

think project! GmbH

Seed Round in 2020
think project! is a cloud solution for cross-enterprise collaboration, tailored to the needs of construction and engineering projects. The name think project! stands for both a flexible software solution, which can be adapted to individual needs with little effort, and a team of specialists who implement cross-enterprise collaboration according to their customers’ individual requirements. think project! companies.

think project! GmbH

Acquisition in 2020
think project! is a cloud solution for cross-enterprise collaboration, tailored to the needs of construction and engineering projects. The name think project! stands for both a flexible software solution, which can be adapted to individual needs with little effort, and a team of specialists who implement cross-enterprise collaboration according to their customers’ individual requirements. think project! companies.

Cardiac Dimensions

Series C in 2020
Cardiac Dimensions, Inc., a medical device company, engages in the development of minimally invasive treatment modalities to address heart failure and related cardiovascular conditions. The company develops Carillon Mitral Contour System, a permanent implant for the treatment of functional mitral regurgitation. The company was incorporated in 2000 and is based in Kirkland, Washington with additional operations in Sydney, Australia and Offenbach, Germany.

Schülke & Mayr GmbH

Acquisition in 2020
Schülke & Mayr GmbH manufactures and supplies disinfectants, antiseptics, preservatives, biocides, medical skin care products, an active substance for deodorants, and system cleaners.

Deutsche Glasfaser

Acquisition in 2020
Deutsche Glasfaser Holding GmbH, established in 2012 and headquartered in Borken, Germany, specializes in operating fiber optic networks and delivering broadband telecommunication services. The company focuses on expanding high-speed internet access, particularly in underserved areas of Germany. As of May 2020, Deutsche Glasfaser operates as a subsidiary of inexio Beteiligungs GmbH & Co. KGaA, reflecting its strategic alignment within a larger telecommunications framework.

Mabtech

Debt Financing in 2019
Mabtech AB is a biotechnology company based in Stockholm, Sweden, founded in 1986. The company specializes in the development, manufacturing, and marketing of monoclonal antibodies and various assay kits, including those for enzyme-linked immunoassays such as ELISA, ELISpot, and FluoroSpot. Mabtech's product range includes monoclonal antibodies for a variety of applications, as well as specialized kits for detecting cytokines and other immunological molecules in biological samples from multiple species, including humans and various animals. The company aims to support the global scientific community by providing efficient tools that streamline the biomedical research process. Mabtech operates internationally, with locations in the United States, Australia, Germany, and France, and offers its products online. It is a subsidiary of Mabtech Group AB.

inexio

Acquisition in 2019
Inexio is a technology company that specializes in telecommunications and information technology services, focusing on fiber-based internet access for corporations and medium-sized businesses. The company provides broadband connections through a fiber-optic network and is actively involved in the development and expansion of modern telecommunications infrastructure. Inexio also offers data center services, supporting businesses in their IT needs and enhancing connectivity and operational efficiency.

SUSE

Acquisition in 2018
SUSE Software Solutions Germany GmbH is a leading provider of Linux and open source solutions, established in 1992 and headquartered in Nuremberg, Germany. The company specializes in products such as Enterprise Linux, SUSE CaaS Platform, SUSE DEOps, SUSE Manager, and software-defined infrastructure. SUSE's solutions cater to diverse environments, including traditional, cloud, and edge computing, enabling customers to create, deploy, and manage workloads across on-premises and multi-cloud settings. The company also offers maintenance, support, and consulting services through subscription models. SUSE collaborates with notable partners, including AWS, Cisco, IBM, and VMware, to enhance its offerings and drive digital transformation for enterprises. As the world's largest independent open source company, SUSE is committed to delivering solutions that support mission-critical business outcomes.

MediFox

Debt Financing in 2018
MediFox GmbH develops software solutions for ambulatory nursing care service providers and nursing care homes.

BBS Automation

Private Equity Round in 2018
BBS Automation GmbH specializes in automation solutions and engineering services, focusing on the design, development, manufacturing, and installation of automated assembly and testing systems. The company caters to various industries, including automotive, aerospace, life sciences, consumer goods, and renewable energy, offering a range of solutions such as leak detection, testing systems, and winding technology. With a workforce of nearly 550 employees, BBS Automation operates production sites in Germany, China, Malaysia, and the United States, serving both domestic and international clients. Founded in 1891 and headquartered in Garching bei München, Germany, the company also provides training and after-sales support to ensure comprehensive service for its customers.

Studienkreis

Venture Round in 2017
With almost 1,000 tuition schools nationwide , the study group is one of the largest providers of professional tuition in Germany. Since 1974, they have been teaching and promoting millions of students as the leading tutoring provider. They help children and adolescents of all ages and school types to improve their academic performance. The aim of their student tutoring is to ensure that your child achieves consistently good grades in school without any help from others. To do this, they not only clarify technical questions, but also teach their students to successfully learn independently.

Dentconnect

Acquisition in 2017
DentConnect is a fast-growing platform of dental clinics, with activities in the Netherlands, Belgium, Denmark, Germany and Italy. DentConnect is headquartered in the Netherlands and serves over one million patients through its pan-European network of over 220 clinics. DentConnect acts as a multi-functional service organization for these clinics, allowing the dentists to fully focus on providing patients with the best possible care. DentConnect Shared Service Center supports and facilitates dentists with HR, Finance and administration, quality and care management, procurement, marketing and communication and general management.

Ottobock

Private Equity Round in 2017
Ottobock has stood for innovation and entrepreneurial success, combined with the calling to provide handicapped people with the best possible quality of life through freedom of movement and independence. Driven by a pioneering spirit, courage and decisiveness,

Cardior Pharmaceuticals

Series A in 2017
Cardior Pharmaceuticals GmbH is a biotechnology company based in Hanover, Germany, established in 2016. The company specializes in the development of non-coding RNA-based therapeutics aimed at treating and preventing heart disease, which is the leading cause of death in the western world. Its primary focus is on CDR-132X, an oligonucleotide-based inhibitor designed to target a critical microRNA that regulates harmful changes in the heart resulting from stress or injury. Cardior Pharmaceuticals is positioned as a planned academic spin-off, emphasizing innovative approaches to address significant cardiovascular health challenges.

GlobalConnect

Acquisition in 2016
GlobalConnect is the leading alternative provider of fiber network, data center and managed hosting services in Denmark. The Company’s 12,500 km owned optical fiber network covers Denmark and Germany and it has approximately 13,000 sqm of data center space. GlobalConnect was founded in 1998 by Niels Zibrandtsen and employs more than 200 employees.

GETEC

Acquisition in 2016
GETEC is a group of energy service providers active throughout Germany and Europe. With a workforce of almost 1,400 employees, the GETEC companies offer the complete range of energy services in the liberalised energy market. It ranges from Energy efficiency and System design to Zero emissions. For our clients, they act as pilot in an increasingly complex world of energy. They develop customised solutions, conceiving their concepts with a focus on the outcome and beyond “energy”. GETEC generates added value for its clients through comprehensive approaches and complete system solutions. In so doing, sustainability, efficiency, economic viability and conservation of their resources are the guiding principles of our corporate policies. We help our clients improve their carbon footprint, with a keen eye on the future – for the generations to come.

Utimaco

Acquisition in 2016
Utimaco, based in Aachen, Germany, is a prominent global provider of cybersecurity solutions, specializing in hardware-based security appliances and compliance software. Established in 1983, the company has developed a strong reputation for its Hardware Security Modules and compliance solutions that cater to telecommunication regulations, including lawful interception and data retention. As a leader in its field, Utimaco serves a diverse clientele that includes telecommunications providers, government entities, and corporations worldwide. The company emphasizes protecting data, identities, and critical infrastructures from cyber threats through its advanced cybersecurity offerings, which include on-premises security modules, key management services, and data intelligence solutions. With a commitment to high security, recognized product quality, user-friendly software, and excellent support, Utimaco is dedicated to fostering trust and reliability in its technology, all backed by numerous certified IT security standards.

kfzteile24

Venture Round in 2016
kfzteile24 GmbH retails automotive spare parts and accessories online. Further, the company has three physical retail stores with affiliated repair shops in Berlin to support its online distribution. The company was founded in 2001 and is headquartered in Berlin, Germany.

Apleona

Acquisition in 2016
Apleona is an integrated Real Estate service provider in the DACH region with particular technical facility services. Its services include facility management, building technology, and interior fittings to real-estate management with all commercial services, letting, leasing, and marketing of real estate. It was formed in 2016 and headquartered in Neu Isenburg, Hessen.

TOP-TOY

Acquisition in 2015
TOP-TOY A/S is a prominent retailer and wholesaler of children's toys and related products in Northern Europe, operating under well-known brands such as BR and TOYS”R”US. Founded in 1963 and headquartered in Tune, Denmark, the company manages over 300 retail locations and eight online shops across Denmark, Sweden, Norway, Finland, Iceland, and Germany. TOP-TOY offers a diverse range of products, including outdoor toys like trampolines and pools, and distributes private label items. The company's operations include a buying office in Hong Kong and sales offices in various Nordic countries. With a workforce of approximately 4,000 employees, TOP-TOY emphasizes a strong commitment to responsible business practices and aims to meet and exceed customer expectations through its comprehensive omnichannel offerings.

Sequana Medical

Series C in 2015
Sequana Medical is a medical device company based in Zurich, Switzerland, specializing in implantable pump systems designed to manage fluid balance in the body. The company's flagship product, the alfapump, addresses ascites, the accumulation of fluid in the abdominal cavity often associated with advanced liver disease, certain cancers, and congestive heart failure. The alfapump system facilitates the automatic and continuous removal of ascites by transferring excess fluid to the bladder, where it is expelled naturally. Additionally, Sequana Medical offers the alfapump DSR, which targets sodium removal in patients experiencing volume overload due to heart failure. Founded in 2006 and with a strong presence in Germany, Sequana Medical aims to improve the quality of life for patients suffering from fluid overload conditions through innovative treatment solutions.

Luxendo

Series A in 2015
Luxendo will manufacture and sell advanced Single Plane Illumination Microscopes (SPIM) originally developed at EMBL by Lars Hufnagel and his team. SPIM is a rapidly emerging technology that combines optical sectioning with multiple-view imaging to observe tissues and living organisms with impressive resolution. Unlike the conventional techniques of widefield and confocal fluorescence microscopy, the light sheet technique illuminates on the region surrounding the focal plane of the detection objective in a twin objective configuration.

kfzteile24

Acquisition in 2015
kfzteile24 GmbH retails automotive spare parts and accessories online. Further, the company has three physical retail stores with affiliated repair shops in Berlin to support its online distribution. The company was founded in 2001 and is headquartered in Berlin, Germany.

HusCompagniet

Acquisition in 2015
HusCompagniet A/S is a prominent house builder based in Horsens, Denmark, specializing in the development of single-family detached houses. Established in 2015, the company designs, sells, and delivers customizable homes primarily built on-site on customer-owned land, alongside semi-detached houses for consumers and professional investors. Furthermore, HusCompagniet produces prefabricated wood-framed detached houses under the VårgårdaHus brand in Sweden. It has gained a significant market share in Denmark, becoming three times larger than its nearest competitor, and is also expanding in Germany and Sweden. The company achieved notable growth, delivering over 1,000 houses in 2014 and generating revenue from DKK 1.2 billion in 2011 to DKK 1.8 billion in 2014. With a workforce of 230 employees, HusCompagniet has been recognized as House Builder of the Year in Denmark for three consecutive years, underscoring its commitment to quality and value in the housing market.

Neuravi

Series B in 2015
Neuravi Limited is a medical device company based in Galway, Ireland, focused on developing clot retrieval devices to restore blood flow in patients who have experienced ischemic strokes caused by arterial blockages in the brain. The company offers the EmboTrap revascularization devices, which are designed for the treatment of acute ischemic strokes and are available in several European countries, including Belgium, Denmark, France, Germany, and Spain. Founded in 2009, Neuravi operates in the emerging neurointerventional device market and collaborates with researchers and clinicians to advance treatment solutions for this serious condition. As of April 2017, Neuravi is a subsidiary of DePuy Ireland Unlimited Company.

Cardiac Dimensions

Series A in 2015
Cardiac Dimensions, Inc., a medical device company, engages in the development of minimally invasive treatment modalities to address heart failure and related cardiovascular conditions. The company develops Carillon Mitral Contour System, a permanent implant for the treatment of functional mitral regurgitation. The company was incorporated in 2000 and is based in Kirkland, Washington with additional operations in Sydney, Australia and Offenbach, Germany.

E.I.S. Aircraft

Acquisition in 2015
E.I.S. Aircraft Products and Services GmbH, formerly known as Alfons Pützer AG, is a manufacturer based in Euskirchen, Germany, specializing in cabin interior products for the aviation industry. Established in 1953, the company has over 60 years of experience in innovation and design. E.I.S. Aircraft offers a wide range of cabin products, including window frames, overhead bins, and class dividers, utilizing materials such as injection-molded plastic, composites, metal, and fabric. In addition to its Aviation Products division, E.I.S. provides comprehensive Aviation Services, including maintenance, repair, and overhaul of cabin components, alongside flight training services using its own aircraft fleet and sea training platforms. The company's focus on lightweight components contributes to shorter retrofit cycles for aircraft interiors, playing a significant role in reducing fuel consumption for aircraft manufacturers.

Curetis

Series B in 2014
Curetis AG focuses on multiparameter testing of many analytes in a single run, providing broad panels of combined pathogen and resistance gene detection for a wide range of diseases. Curetis integrates today´s molecular diagnostics laboratory into one instrument for the detection of severe bacterial infections as a first target application. However, the universal platform will also allow the future expansion into other clinical applications with additional market opportunities beyond infectious diseases.

Evidensia Djursjukvård

Acquisition in 2014
Evidensia Djursjukvård AB owns and operates veterinary hospitals and clinics in Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Finland, Holland, Germany, and Switzerland.

Affimed

Series E in 2014
At Affimed, they are committed to improving outcomes for patients with cancer. Their scientific team has been devoted to unlocking the power of the innate immune system for nearly two decades to provide a unqiue approach to fighting cancer. With their unparalleled expertise in innate immunity and innate cell engager-based medicines, they aim to overcome the limitations and challenges faced by current immuno-oncology (I-O) therapies.

Charleston

Acquisition in 2014
Charleston pursues a buy-and-build strategy in the German nursing home market.

BackWerk

Acquisition in 2013
BackWerk Service GmbH owns and operates bakeries and franchisees. The company was founded in 2003 and is based in Essen, Germany. As of October 26, 2017, BackWerk Service GmbH operates as a subsidiary of Valora Holding AG.

Avenso

Private Equity Round in 2013
Avenso is dedicated to bringing photographic art to a wider audience through multi-channel gallerys and online.

Avenso

Acquisition in 2013
Avenso is dedicated to bringing photographic art to a wider audience through multi-channel gallerys and online.

EEW Energy from Waste

Acquisition in 2013
EEW Energy from Waste GmbH, based in Helmstedt, Germany, specializes in the incineration of waste and the generation of power and heat from that waste. The company operates 37 modern plants across 19 locations, processing approximately five million tons of waste annually in an environmentally responsible manner. Through its operations, EEW generates climate-neutral electricity, process steam for industrial clients, and district heating for residential areas, supplying energy to around 500,000 households. The company also focuses on resource recovery, utilizing byproducts such as slag for applications like road construction. Founded in 1873 and now a subsidiary of Beijing Enterprises Holdings Limited, EEW is committed to improving its processes and efficiency through collaboration with universities and ongoing research initiatives. The company emphasizes its dedication to safety, low emissions, and innovative energy solutions tailored to meet the needs of local councils and businesses.

Affimed

Series D in 2012
At Affimed, they are committed to improving outcomes for patients with cancer. Their scientific team has been devoted to unlocking the power of the innate immune system for nearly two decades to provide a unqiue approach to fighting cancer. With their unparalleled expertise in innate immunity and innate cell engager-based medicines, they aim to overcome the limitations and challenges faced by current immuno-oncology (I-O) therapies.

internetstores

Venture Round in 2012
internetstores GmbH is a prominent European provider of bikes and outdoor equipment, operating approximately 40 digital retailers across 14 countries, including well-known brands such as fahrrad.de, Brügelmann, Bikester, ProBikeShop, Campz, and Addnature. Founded in 2003 and headquartered in Esslingen, Germany, the company offers an extensive selection of over 100,000 products from more than 900 brands, catering to both recreational and professional athletes. Their product range includes bikes, sportswear, bike parts, outdoor adventure products, camping gear, and outdoor clothing. internetstores employs a multi-channel approach, combining online retail with physical stores in Germany, Sweden, and France, as well as local service partners to enhance customer accessibility. The company is recognized for its knowledgeable staff who provide expert advice to customers. As a subsidiary of Signa Retail GmbH, internetstores has been part of the SIGNA Sports United Group since 2016 and maintains operations in major cities including Stuttgart, Berlin, Lyon, and Stockholm, employing around 700 individuals.

Probiodrug

Venture Round in 2012
Vivoryon Therapeutics is a Germany based biopharmaceutical company engaged in the activities of research and development, preclinical and clinical trials. It is focused on the development of therapeutic products for the treatment of Alzheimer's disease and cancer. The company's pipeline products includes PQ912, PQ1565 and PQ-family.

ATOS MEDICAL

Acquisition in 2011
Atos Medical was founded in 1986 and today has a vast international network with subsidiaries in the USA, UK, Germany, Spain, Netherlands, Belgium, Sweden and Switzerland and also exclusive distributors serving about 60 countries. The head office is situated in Sweden, where a state-of-the-art clean room and laboratory make it possible to perform all tests required for successful R&D.

United Digital Group

Acquisition in 2011
United Digital Group is focused on providing businesses with digitalization strategies and branding solutions. United Digital Group provides their customers with consulting services; analytics and redesigning services for business applications; brand management solutions; and e-learning services. United Digital Group was founded by Michael Riese in 1999. It is based in Hamburg, Germany.
Sapiens Steering Brain Stimulation GmbH is an emerging medical device company whose mission is to deliver superior solutions for deep brain stimulation (DBS) therapy. Sapiens' ambition is to provide a unique, high-resolution, and MRI- compatible DBS system that will improve patient comfort and therapeutic outcome, initially for patients with Parkinson's disease. Sapiens, with offices in Eindhoven, the Netherlands and Munich, Germany, is founded in 2011 as a spin-out of Royal Philips Electronics. Its steering brain stimulation (SBS) system and image-guided programming are based upon patented technologies.

Roeser Group

Private Equity Round in 2010
ROESER Medical GmbH supplies medical products to hospitals in Germany. It offers syringes, cannulae, catheters, drainage systems, sterile packaging, small medical units, operating equipment and instruments, investive goods, and furnishings. The company was founded in 1918 and is based in Essen, Germany. As of May 24, 2018, ROESER Medical GmbH operates as a subsidiary of Sana Kliniken AG.

AcadeMedia

Acquisition in 2010
AcadeMedia AB is the largest independent education provider in Northern Europe, offering a comprehensive range of educational services from preschool through adult education. The company operates approximately 661 educational facilities across Sweden, Norway, and Germany, encompassing four main segments: Preschool, Compulsory School, Upper Secondary School, and Adult Education. It manages various brands, including Pysslingen Förskolor, Espira, and Joki for preschools; Pysslingen Skolor, Vittra, and Pops Academy for compulsory schools; and Praktiska, Drottning Blanka, and NTI for upper secondary education. The adult education segment includes brands such as Eductus and Hermods. Founded in 1996 and headquartered in Stockholm, AcadeMedia primarily generates its revenue from the Upper Secondary School segment, with a significant portion of its operations and revenue derived from Sweden.

Springer

Acquisition in 2009
Knowledge, information and quality – these are the three things that shape Springer Science+Business Media's business activities. They develop, manage and disseminate knowledge – through books, journals and the Internet. They work with the world's best academics and authors in long-standing loyal partnerships based on mutual trust and they are always open to new input.

Curetis

Series A in 2009
Curetis AG focuses on multiparameter testing of many analytes in a single run, providing broad panels of combined pathogen and resistance gene detection for a wide range of diseases. Curetis integrates today´s molecular diagnostics laboratory into one instrument for the detection of severe bacterial infections as a first target application. However, the universal platform will also allow the future expansion into other clinical applications with additional market opportunities beyond infectious diseases.

Probiodrug

Series B in 2009
Vivoryon Therapeutics is a Germany based biopharmaceutical company engaged in the activities of research and development, preclinical and clinical trials. It is focused on the development of therapeutic products for the treatment of Alzheimer's disease and cancer. The company's pipeline products includes PQ912, PQ1565 and PQ-family.

Strauss Innovation

Acquisition in 2008
Strauss Innovation owns and operates retail stores which sells women's and men's apparel and interior decoration products.

Sausalitos

Private Equity Round in 2008
Sausalitos is one of the leisure restaurant chains in Germany.

PharmaZell

Debt Financing in 2007
PharmaZell GmbH develops and produces generic active pharmaceutical ingredients (API), controlled substances, and amino acids. The company also offers custom synthesis and finished dosage form development projects. It serves the pharmaceutical industry worldwide. The company was founded in 1947 and is based in Raubling, Germany with production plants in Liestal, Switzerland; Gropello Cairoli, Italy; and Chennai and Vizag, India. It also has a sales branch in Cleveland, Ohio. PharmaZell GmbH is a prior subsidiary of Zellbios S.A.

Affimed

Series B in 2007
At Affimed, they are committed to improving outcomes for patients with cancer. Their scientific team has been devoted to unlocking the power of the innate immune system for nearly two decades to provide a unqiue approach to fighting cancer. With their unparalleled expertise in innate immunity and innate cell engager-based medicines, they aim to overcome the limitations and challenges faced by current immuno-oncology (I-O) therapies.

Scandic Hotels Group

Acquisition in 2007
Scandic Hotels Group is a Sweden-based company that engages itself in operation of hotels. It operates more than 200 hotels at close to 120 destinations which give a unique geographic reach for both corporate and leisure travelers. The majority of the company revenue comes from business travel and conferences. The business of the group is operated through various geographical region which includes Sweden, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, Norway, Poland, and Germany out of which Sweden accounts for majority of revenue.

CBR

Acquisition in 2007
CBR Fashion Holding AG is a German apparel wholesaler focused on women's fashion, targeting customers aged 25 to 50. The company offers a diverse range of products, including pants, denim, shirts, knitwear, and outerwear, marketed primarily under the Street One and Cecil brand names. CBR operates a dual business model that includes both wholesale distribution and retail, with a presence in 64 retail stores and 7 outlet stores in Germany, as well as additional outlets in Switzerland and Italy. The company's strategy emphasizes rapid turnover and responsiveness, producing twelve collections annually for each brand. Founded in 1980 and based in Celle, Germany, CBR Fashion Holding AG was formerly known as CBR Fashion Holding GmbH until its name change in June 2015.

Pfaff Beteiligungs GmbH

Acquisition in 2006
Pfaff-silberblau's lifting and material handling business includes wire rope winches, chain hoists, rack and pinion jacks and hand pallet trucks. Its actuator business designs, develops, manufactures and markets components for lifting and motion control, including worm gear screw jacks, linear motion precision screws and quick lifting screw jacks. Based in Kissing, Germany, Pfaff-silberblau employs over 300 people and is represented worldwide through six international subsidiaries as well as numerous regional representatives.

Kabel Baden-Württemberg

Acquisition in 2006
Kabel BW is a high-growth, innovative provider of fast internet, telephone and TV (Triple Play) in the Baden-Wuerttemberg region. Kabel BW offers attractive packages with an outstanding price-performance ratio with very quick internet broadband (up to 100 Mbit/s) and telephone flat rates. 99% of the 3.6 million cable households in Baden-Wuerttemberg.

Rolls-Royce Power Systems

Acquisition in 2006
Rolls-Royce Power Systems AG with registered offices in Friedrichshafen is a specialist for large engines, propulsion systems and distributed energy systems, which operated previously under the name of Tognum AG. The core company is MTU Friedrichshafen, with its regional companies of MTU America in Novi, Michigan, USA, and MTU Asia in Singapore. Under the MTU brand, Rolls-Royce Power Systems markets large high-speed engines and propulsion systems for ships, for heavy land, rail and defence vehicles, and for the oil and gas industry. The product portfolio for distributed energy systems, which are marketed under the MTU Onsite Energy brand, includes diesel gensets for emergency, base load and peak load applications, in addition to cogeneration plants for the generation of combined heat and power based on gas engines and/or gas turbines. The Norwegian subsidiary Bergen Engines manufactures medium-speed diesel and gas engines for marine and power generation applications. Fuel injection systems manufactured by L'Orange are also included in the product portfolio.

EyeSense AG

Series A in 2006
EyeSense AG develops ophthalmic diagnostic systems focusing on glucose testing for diabetic patients. They make blood glucose control easier and pain-free through innovative monitoring devices.

BHS Getriebe

Debt Financing in 2005
BHS Getriebe developed, manufactured and distributed turbo gear units, used for turbines, compressors and blowers in the Oil & Gas.

Carl Zeiss Vision

Acquisition in 2005
Carl Zeiss Vision, established in 2005, is a prominent player in the ophthalmic products industry. The company specializes in providing high-quality spectacle lenses and diagnostic tools, catering to both consumers and eyecare professionals. In addition to its product offerings, Carl Zeiss Vision emphasizes support services that assist in business and marketing, ensuring that eyecare providers can effectively serve their clients. The organization is committed to enhancing vision solutions, making it a trusted name in the field of vision care.

Metall Technologie Holding

Debt Financing in 2005
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.

SPORTFIVE

Debt Financing in 2004
SPORTFIVE is an international sports marketing agency that operates as a subsidiary of Lagardère SCA, having rebranded from Lagardère Sports UK Limited in May 2020. Established in 1998 and headquartered in Wilmslow, United Kingdom, SPORTFIVE employs approximately 500 individuals across its offices in Europe and Asia. The agency boasts over 25 years of industry experience and is recognized as a leader in sports marketing, particularly in Germany, where it manages marketing rights for numerous top-tier professional football clubs, as well as rights in handball, winter sports, and motorsports. In France, SPORTFIVE collaborates closely with various clubs, federations, and events, while in Africa, it serves as the exclusive marketing and media agent for the Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF). The agency provides a comprehensive range of services, including sponsorship and brand partnerships, athlete management, content creation, and media rights, effectively connecting rights holders, athletes, and brands with diverse opportunities in the sports and entertainment sectors.

Affectis Pharmaceuticals

Series A in 2003
Affectis Pharmaceuticals is a company focused on the development of innovative drugs aimed at treating neurodegenerative and neuroinflammatory diseases. By leveraging advanced research and development techniques, Affectis seeks to address significant unmet medical needs in these challenging areas of healthcare. The company is dedicated to creating effective therapeutic solutions that can improve the quality of life for patients affected by these conditions.

Leybold Optics

Acquisition in 2001
Leybold Optics develops deposition equipment for a broad range of applications including optics, architectural glass and solar power.