Odewald & Compagnie

Odewald & Compagnie is a prominent independent private equity group based in Berlin, Germany, specializing in high-growth small and medium-sized enterprises across Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. Established in 1997, the firm has invested over EUR 1 billion, focusing on acquiring majority interests in profitable companies in sectors such as mechanical engineering, business services, information technology, energy, medical technology, and healthcare. With a track record of over 15 years, Odewald provides strategic support and capital to entrepreneurs, helping them execute their growth strategies and enhance market positions. By leveraging its expertise in private equity and the operational experience of its partners, the firm not only facilitates access to equity and debt funding but also aids portfolio companies in exploring new markets and customers, thereby contributing positively to the development of the SME sector, which is vital to the German economy.

17 past transactions

Artus

Acquisition in 2019
Artus offers its customers comprehensive sanitation and restoration services along the value chain including damage assessment, first measures, drying, cleaning and complete refurbishment. By combining modern equipment, project management expertise and experienced and committed employees with an extensive network of external craftsmen, ARTUS is able to ensure sufficient capacities and expertise to handle even large-scale projects in a professional and swift manner.

Giata

Acquisition in 2018
Giata is an international IT company that specializes in databases and software solutions for managing non-bookable content in the travel industry. It serves travel agencies, online travel agents, tour operators, hotels, and hotel chains by providing a comprehensive hotel database platform. This platform features a hotel matching engine and an extensive online database that offers tourism content and reliable, survey-based data related to financial performance, property details, sales, accommodation availability, guest preferences, and revenue. Additionally, Giata facilitates online hotel booking services through a booking portal and hotel guide. By delivering market-based insights and verified information, Giata enables businesses and individuals to make informed decisions regarding investments, bookings, and transactions in the hotel and hospitality sector.

Heizkurier

Acquisition in 2018
Heizkurier GmbH, based in Wachtberg, Germany, specializes in the design and manufacture of mobile heating systems. Founded in 1999 and formerly known as SHK-Betrieb, the company produces a range of products, including electric heating systems, fresh water modules, and indirectly heated air heaters. Heizkurier also rents its mobile heat centers, primarily serving customers in the sanitary and heating industries. These systems are utilized for various applications, including construction heating, heating rehabilitation, and providing process heat in industrial settings. Additionally, Heizkurier offers tailored solutions for specific needs, such as the external heat supply of production facilities and hot water treatment at large events. The company's offerings cater to energy suppliers, real estate developers, building management, and the construction sector, enabling efficient heating and hot water supply across multiple environments.

Langer & Laumann Ing.-Büro

Acquisition in 2018
Langer & Laumann Ing.-Büro GmbH, founded in 1998 and based in Nordwalde, Germany, specializes in developing and manufacturing electronic door operators and conversion kits for machine and lift doors. The company provides electric linear actuators, primarily utilized for door drives in elevator systems and as protective door drives for machine tools. With a comprehensive product portfolio focused on elevator door drives, Langer & Laumann enables efficient repairs and modernization of nearly all elevator models globally.

Karl Schmidt GmbH

Acquisition in 2017
Karl Schmidt GmbH, founded in 1891 and based in Preußisch Oldendorf, Germany, operates a bakery chain that produces and distributes its products through its own stores. The company has grown to employ over 400 individuals and has established more than 50 branches, positioning itself as a regional market leader in northeastern North Rhine-Westphalia.

Betten Duscher

Acquisition in 2016
Betten Duscher is a supplier of home textiles in the German market and sells its attractively priced products predominantly to large retail chains (supermarkets / hypermarkets, discounters, furniture and textile manufacturers). The product range includes bedding with down / feather and polyester filling as well as children's home textiles, pets, outdoor and home decorating.

Spieth & Wensky

Acquisition in 2013
Spieth & Wensky GmbH is a long-established manufacturer and retailer of traditional clothing and footwear, founded in 1880 and based in Obernzell, Germany. The company specializes in creating costumes and accessories made from leather and technical fabrics, catering primarily to the German-speaking market, including Germany, Austria, South Tyrol, and Switzerland. Its product range includes costume shoes for men, women, and children, as well as gloves and other clothing items. Spieth & Wensky positions itself as a quality supplier within the mid-price segment and operates through over 700 specialty shops and online retailers, including its own outlets. With a workforce of approximately 400 employees, the company aims to provide traditional attire that resonates with cultural identity, appealing to a younger demographic while fostering a sense of belonging to their heritage.

Mateco

Acquisition in 2012
Mateco is engaged in the rental of aerial platforms. It rents trucks, trailers, shaves, telescopes, scissor and telescopic boom lifts, telescopic joints, special stages, telehandlers, telescopic forklifts, fork-lift trucks; and accessories, including personal fall protection equipment, generators, powerlift systems, lamp holders, and chainsaw holder and tree partition grilles.

SCHOLPP

Acquisition in 2012
The SCHOLPP Group is a system service provider for the relocation and assembly of industrial plants as well as for transporting heavy and sensitive goods. More than 1,000 employees at 16 German and three global locations carry out nearly 20,000 transport and assembly services annually - in 50 countries so far. In 2011, the company generated sales of more than EUR 100 million. SCHOLPP has been supporting companies in their logistics challenges for more than 50 years. Started as a crane service provider, the company has since developed into the German market leader for international system services in the field of worldwide industrial assembly.

Univativ

Acquisition in 2012
univativ, a personnel service provider that specialises in placing young professionals, has been successfully providing student specialists to more than 250 customers in all sectors. Its talent pool includes around 7,000 students and graduates at around 60 renowned universities.

Oberbergkliniken

Acquisition in 2011
The Oberberg acute-care hospitals treat depression, addictions, burnout, anxiety and panic disorders, trauma disorders, personality disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder and eating disorders. We work according to the Oberberg model, which focuses on the careful perception of the emotional profile of our patients. This enables an intensive, individual and innovative therapy process and a fast and sustainable recovery. With Oberberg City, the Oberberg self-help groups and the correspondence therapists, we offer a comprehensive network for pre- and post-inpatient treatment. Our clinics each have 65 rooms and a high standard of equipment.

MEDIA Central

Acquisition in 2011
MEDIA Central GmbH is an independent media agency based in Mönchengladbach, Germany, serving both small and large companies across various industries. Established in 1997, the agency specializes in organizing advertising campaigns that span multiple media channels, including print, digital, out-of-home, and radio. Its comprehensive offerings encompass media purchasing, advisory services, geo-marketing, and quality management. Additionally, MEDIA Central provides customized tools and applications designed to enhance media planning processes, including order and billing management, web-based geo-information, and customer loyalty solutions. The agency also coordinates the distribution of advertising materials such as brochures and shopping coupons, ensuring effective regional planning and quality oversight.

d&b audiotechnik

Acquisition in 2011
d&b audiotechnik GmbH is a manufacturer and distributor of advanced loudspeaker systems designed for speech and music reproduction, as well as sound reinforcement in various public settings, including stadiums, concert halls, and conference rooms. The company offers a range of products, including loudspeakers, amplifiers, networking and integration solutions, and accessories such as mounting, rigging, and wiring products. d&b audiotechnik also provides remote control and monitoring software to enhance user experience. Founded in 1981 and headquartered in Backnang, Germany, the company serves diverse sectors such as community, culture, faith, industry, and live events. Its products are marketed and distributed through a network of partners and distributors both in Germany and internationally, supporting businesses and organizations in their audio equipment needs.

Walter Services

Private Equity Round in 2008
Walter Services is a provider of business process outsourcing services, specializing in customer relationship management and customer care. The company offers a range of services, including inbound and outbound telephony, order handling, and customer consulting. Additionally, Walter Services is notable for being the first service provider to offer telephone consultations and take orders for potential customers of advertising shows on RTL. Their focus is on enhancing customer retention and delivering effective communication solutions through a centralized database.

OYSTAR

Acquisition in 2007
OYSTAR is a privately held company that develops, manufactures, and markets individual machines and complete packaging lines for dairy.

Kaffee Partner

Acquisition in 2005
Kaffee Partner is a distributor specializing in coffee and water dispensing machines, primarily serving small and medium-sized enterprises in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. The company not only provides these machines but also offers servicing and a range of consumables, including ground coffee, tea, cocoa, cream, and sugar. Additionally, Kaffee Partner supplies supplementary products such as cookies, cups, and filters, ensuring clients have everything needed for a complete beverage experience. Through its comprehensive offerings, the company aims to cater to the liquid refreshment needs of its customers efficiently.

TUJA Zeitarbeit

Acquisition in 2004
TUJA Zeitarbeit is one of the providers of temporary employment.
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