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Asyril SA, headquartered in Villaz-St-Pierre in Switzerland with subsidiaries in the US and Japan, is a market and technology leader in the flexible part feeder market. Its products are being used globally in assembly lines, facilitating process automation for a variety of industries.   Asyril’s product portfolio covers flexible feeding systems based on a patented […]

AlphaPet Ventures has started to implement its international expansion strategy with the acquisition of Arden Grange, a leading UK brand in the premium dog food segment. Family-run Arden Grange pioneered the category of species-appropriate dog food in the UK more than 25 years ago. Customers appreciate especially the high quality of the products, which aim […]

We are delighted to announce the successful acquisition of Stuga Machinery by our portfolio company Stürtz Group.   Stuga Machinery Limited, a market leading manufacturer of PVC sawing and machining centres to the UK and Ireland windows and doors industry, has been acquired by Stürtz Group. All of Stuga’s Directors and staff are continuing with […]

We are delighted to announce that our portfolio company EVP Group is combining forces with Vitafy Brands. Founded in Munich in 2014, Vitafy Brands has grown to be a leading consumer health D2C online platform for its own brands focusing on the development and offering of functional Consumer Health OTC products for health focused customers. […]

capiton acquires a majority stake in the Betonbau Group alongside its experienced management team, Mr. Volker Ernst and Mr. Thomas Sachers, from the SCHWENK Group in a carve-out transaction. Betonbau Group, headquartered in Waghäusel, Germany, was established in 1963. The name “Betonbau” goes back to its foundations when the company focused on the production of […]

capiton successfully closes fund VI at €504 million Largest fund in the company’s history Approximately €260 million, including co-investment, already deployed in seven portfolio companies Fund to continue successful deployment in capiton’s focus sectors Pharmaceuticals, Medical Technology, Industrial Technology and Responsible Consumption   Berlin, 24 November 2021 – capiton AG (“capiton”), a leading owner-managed private […]

capiton acquires a stake in Solvis, a sustainable heating pioneer, backing the members of the management team which remain significant shareholders in the company. Solvis is headquartered in Braunschweig, Germany. The company was founded in 1982 and retains its operations in a factory which has been inaugurated as the first zero-emission-facility in Germany in 2002. […]

BIOGGIO, SWITZERLAND – October 4, 2021 – The KD Pharma Group has acquired a 51% stake in Trigal Pharma, a company specialized in clinical research, development and marketing of medical cannabinoids, such as Cannabidiol (CBD) in a highly-purified form. “Trigal has successfully and profitably grown by being a first mover in the API market for […]

capiton acquires the majority stake in Kutterer Mauer AG, backing one of the founders, Mr. Mauer in continuing the growth story of the company. Mr. Mauer as well as other management members invest alongside capiton. Kutterer Mauer AG is a globally operating manufacturer of caps and closure solutions with >450 employees. The Group designs and […]

capiton has successfully closed a new top-up single-asset fund for its fast-growing portfolio company KD Pharma Group („KD Pharma“). This top-up fund will provide KD Pharma with the equity financing for a number of additional strategic investments, in particular add-on acquisitions as well as organic growth initiatives to transfer KD Pharma‘s unique technology and service […]

We are delighted to announce the successful acquisition of 4PICO Litho by Raith. Raith, the leading global manufacturer of precision technology for nanofabrication instrumentation, has expanded its product offering by adding direct write laser lithography systems – manufactured by 4PICO Litho – to its business strategy. In 2004 4PICO Litho, located near Eindhoven (NL) started […]

capiton acquires majority stake in Stürtz Group. Stürtz Group, headquartered in Neustadt (Wied), Germany, is a market-leading designer, producer, and marketer of automated solutions for the window production industry across the globe. The company generated approximately EUR 46 million in sales in 2020 and employs around 270 FTEs across five locations globally. Stürtz’ product portfolio […]

Dec Group acquires Extract Technology We are delighted to announce the successful acquisition of Extract Technology by Dec Group. Extract Technology is a leading provider of containment and aseptic systems for the pharmaceutical, biotech, nuclear and chemical markets. Extract is headquartered in Huddersfield (UK) with a second facility in New Lisbon (US), serving the fast-growing […]

capiton acquires majority stake in Axxence Group The management team of the Axxence Group acquires in a MBO along with capiton the leading natural aroma chemicals manufacturer from its founder, Joost van Neck. Axxence Group, headquartered in Emmerich, Germany, is a leading manufacturer and supplier of natural aroma chemicals (NACs) for the global flavour & […]

EVP Group acquires Group Korott We are delighted to announce the successful acquisition of Group Korott by EVP Group. Group Korott is a leading manufacturer and distributor of vitamins, minerals, natural cosmetics, as well as sport supplements for the Spanish consumer healthcare market. In addition to its store-brand partnering business, Korott has its own brand […]

Engelmann, with headquarters in Wiesloch, Germany, is the leading European manufacturer of smart heat meters for the sub-metering industry.

The company Cedes AG (‚Cedes‘), headquartered in Landquart, Switzerland, is a leading sensor technology company in the elevator and access solutions industry. The company’s products, which utilize infrared and image processing technology, provide solutions for the automation of elevators, escalators, and entrances. Cedes generated approximately CHF 55 million in sales in 2019 with 320 employees. […]

The company MIP Grruppe is an international manufacturer and distributor of generic pharmaceuticals with a focus on anti-infectives. In addition to antibiotics, MIP offers over-the-counter medicines and medical devices. Most of the products are manufactured at the company’s two production sites in Saarland, Germany. MIP owns marketing authorizations for approx. 400 pharmaceutical products and generates […]

The company capiton AG (‚capiton‘) is pleased to announce the signing of an agreement between the shareholders of Trioptics GmbH (‚Trioptics‘ or the ‚Company‘) and Jenoptik AG (‚Jenoptik‘) regarding the sale of 100% of shares in Trioptics to Jenoptik. Trioptics, founded by Mr. Eugen Dumitrescu in 1991, is a leading international supplier of test equipment […]

The company AlphaPet Ventures GmbH (‚AlphaPet‘), based in Munich, is a leading provider of third-party and own brands in the dog and cat Food market. The main distribution channels of the products are three digital platforms owned by AlphaPet. Over the last six years, the Company has grown sales by approximately 30% p.a. and the […]

The company Dietrich Engineering Consultants Group (‚Dec‘ or ‚Dec Group‘), headquartered in Switzerland, is a leading and globally operating nsupplier of powder handling and process containment systems with a focus on the pharmaceutical industry. Dec’s custom designed systems enable the safe and sterile transport of hazardous and explosive powders, thereby increasing safety, hygiene, containment and […]

The company KD Pharma Group is a worldwide leading omega-3 ingredients producer focused on highly purified omega-3 fatty acids for Pharmaceutical and nutraceutical products. Since the acquisition by capiton IV fund in 2013, KD Pharma has grown from a single-digit revenue business to one of the industry’s largest players. The transaction capiton initiated a GP-led […]

The company GPE Group, a producer of specialized med-tech systems and components with production facilities in Dassow, Neumünster and Seebach, has acquired NICOLAY, a manufacturer of medical equipment based in Nagold, Germany. The combined group will generate revenues of approximately € 85 million annually. NICOLAYs core competences lie in the development and production of non-invasive […]

The company capiton AG (‚capiton‘) is pleased to announce the sale of the shares in LAP GmbH Laser Applikationen (‚LAP‘) to IK Investment Partners. LAP was established in 1984 in Lueneburg/Hamburg and has developed into a globally active supplier of laser projection and measurement systems in highly attractive and diversified niche end-markets within the healthcare […]

The company GPE Group, with locations in Dassow, Neumünster and Seebach, is a specialist for MedTech systems and components, generating sales of over € 50 million. As a systems supplier, GPE covers the entire supply chain from design, development and manufacturing to packaging and logistics of medical technology products. Based on the strong existing market […]

The company Euro Vital Pharma (EVP), which is based in Hamburg, is a pharmaceutical company and over the last 25 years has become the market leader in the German OTC Private Label Retail market. EVP develops, manufactures and markets healthcare products including pharmaceuticals, medical devices and nutritional supplements. Thanks to its comprehensive product portfolio and […]

The company LifeLine Software Inc. is a leading US software company specializing in the development and distribution of fully automated and independent dosimetric validation software for radiation treatment planning systems in the medical industry. LifeLine Software, head-quartered in Texas, was founded in 1998. The transaction Following the successful acquisition of Euromechanics Medical in 2016, LifeLine […]

The company HR Group is a leading European shoe retailer and wholesale system provider. RENO is the second-largest stationary shoe retailer across Germany, Switzerland and Austria and operates approximately 400 stores. HR Group also manages footwear sales areas within larger retail customers, including department stores and Cash & Carry outlets at 2,000 points of sale […]

The company AEMtec is a leading global provider of engineering and electronic manufacturing services (E2MS) with a focus on cutting-edge micro-and optoelectronic systems. The company’s head office and production site are located in Berlin-Adlershof, Germany. The company’s products are aimed at blue-chip customers in the end-market segments medical, industrial automation, semiconductor as well as data […]

The company EMS Schwanenmühle Group develops, produces and sells electric specialty products for high-voltage current applications used in electricity generation, electricity distribution and in industrial contexts. The company also develops and sells power rail systems to customers all over the world. The company has production facilities in Germany and Poland and generated sales of more […]

The company Magix is a leading global developer and provider of software for the editing of video and music content as well as photographs. The company’s head office is in Berlin and it has other development facilities in Dresden and Madison (USA). The company’s products are increasingly aimed at professional users, such as advertising agencies, […]

The company Prefere Resins is one of the leading European resins producers active in the development, production and distribution of phenolic resins. The products are used in numerous applications including the construction, insulation, engineering and automotive industries. The Company is headquartered in Erkner near Berlin and operates further subsidiaries in Austria, France, UK, Poland, Romania, […]

The company CymbiQ is a leading Swiss cyber security service provider headquartered in Zurich. With its three business units Consulting, Solutions and Managed Services, CymbiQ offers its customers the full range of services in connection with cyber security from initial advisory and consulting, through implementation of required infrastructure to the outsourcing and ongoing monitoring of […]

The company Kautex Maschinenbau is the leading global producer of extrusion blow moulding machines used for the production of hollow plastic articles for technical parts and packaging. Its products are used in the automotive sector, the consumer and industrial packaging segment as well as in specialities markets. Kautex has production facilities in Germany and China […]

The company BWTS offers maintenance and other services for wind power plants. With tailored servicing programs and advanced maintenance processes, BWTS ensures consistent availability in wind power plants, both onshore and offshore. BWTS’ customers primarily consist of wind power plant manufacturers. BWTS’ portfolio of services includes regular maintenance, certification, and servicing activities for wind power […]

The company Gess Group is a personnel services company specializing in the placement of highly qualified employees. In September 2010 capiton acquired a majority stake in Gess. During the holding period the Group continued to grow and expanded its product portfolio by acquiring the two companies, Best Job IT and Graeber & Partner. In 2016 […]

The company Gemaco is a leading provider of full-service merchandising and promotional marketing solutions for global industry and fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) customers. Gemaco’s service offering allows its clients to outsource all business processes related to promotional merchandising – from trend analysis, design, procurement and logistics to distribution, quality control, IT and cost management. For […]

The company Raith is a leading global developer and manufacturer of nanofabrication systems and software used for printing and scanning nanostructures. Since 1980 Raith has been developing, manufacturing and distributing system solutions for R&D applications to analyze and develop microchip circuits and other nanostructures, for instance in the fields of biochemistry or cybersecurity. The company […]

The company ZytoService is a leading pharmaceutical company that produces parenteral infusion solutions which are customised to individual patients’ needs. These solutions are primarily used in oncological treatment. The company operates state-of-the-art cleanroom laboratories at its principal site in Hamburg, where it focuses on the preparation of pharmaceutical products, tailored to individual patients. capiton invested […]

The company The Schur Flexibles Group, headquarted in Baden, Austria is a European market leader in the flexible packaging industry. The company was created over the past five years by capiton and the CEO and co-owner Jakob A. Mosser, in the context of a buy-and-build concept. Today, the group consists of twelve companies with eleven […]

The company POLI-TAPE is a globally leading, innovative manufacturer of premium textile transfer foils and foils for plotting, lamination and digital printing. POLI-TAPE Klebefolien GmbH in Remagen and its subsidiaries in the USA and Italy are part of the POLI-TAPE Group. The company has enjoyed constant growth over recent years. Following extensive investment, primarily in […]

The company nora systems GmbH is the global leader in the supply of rubberbased resilient flooring. The company’s products are predominantly used in the market segments healthcare, education and industry. The company has grown continuously over the past years and currently generates more than 75% of its turnover of almost €220m outside of Germany. Nora’s […]

The company HR Group is a leading European shoe retailer and wholesale system provider. RENO is the second-largest stationary shoe retailer across Germany, Switzerland and Austria and operates approximately 500 stores. HR Group also manages footwear sales areas within larger retail customers, including department stores and Cash & Carry outlets at 1,800 points of sale […]

The company With a turnover of more than €100 million, fruitwork group is one of Germany’s largest suppliers of dried fruit and nuts, making it the solution provider of choice for almost all food retailers in Germany and neighbouring countries. The transaction During capiton’s investment period, the company has focused its strategy on supplying retailers […]

The company LAP Laser is a world leading developer and producer of laser-based projection and measuring systems for medical and industrial applications. Seit 1984 entwickelt, fertigt und vertreibt die LAP GmbH Laser Applikationen am Hauptstandort in Lüneburg. So ist das Unternehmen globaler Marktführer im Bereich für Laserkomponenten und Systemlösungen zur reproduzierbaren Lagerung von Patienten in […]

The company Prefere operates from seven production facilities in six European countries (Germany, Finland, UK, France, Poland and Romania) and generates revenues of approximately € 230 million with more than 300 employees. The company develops, produces and sells liquid and solid phenolic resins and is one of the leading producers in the European market. Phenolic […]

capiton and Josef Raith, the founder and managing director of the company, sold their interest RTS Group to MSH Group. Mr Raith will keep a 10% minority interest in the company. The parties agreed not to disclose any details of the transaction closing of the transaction is still conditional on the approval of the antitrust […]

capiton has, together with Süd BG and the company’s management, sold all its shares in svt Group to IK Investment Partners. With turnover of approx. €80 million, svt has, over the last few years, developed into a leading provider of systems for fire protection, fire damage restoration and environmental technology in Germany. With a base […]

The company Trioptics Group, founded 25 years ago, is the leading producer of optical measuring and manufacturing technology for lenses, lens systems and camera modules. Optical test instruments are an attractive niche within the market for measurement technology and play a critical role in the entire production chain of lenses and lens systems. Trioptics has […]

capiton AG (‚capiton‘) has carried out the second closing of its fund capiton V at the hard cap of € 425 million on December 19th. With this second closing, which took place only three weeks after the first closing, all capital commitments subscribed to by external LPs have been received. A final closing will be […]

capiton AG (‚capiton‘) is pleased to announce the first closing of its new fund capiton V at € 350.3 million. The new fund will continue capiton’s successful investment strategy of majority and minority investments in leading mid-market firms in Germany, Austria and Switzerland. The investor base of the new fund consists of a diversified and […]

The company As a leading international engineering company, Lahmeyer offers a broad range of planning and consultancy services. These services relate primarily to complex infrastructure projects in the sectors Energy, Hydropower and Water Resources, Water Supply and Sanitation as well as Building and Transportation. In 2013, Lahmeyer generated revenues of more than EUR 140 m. […]

The consortium made up of capiton and Nord Holding buys the majority in Engelmann Sensor GmbH, based in Wiesloch, Baden-Wuerttemberg. Engelmann Sensor GmbH’s core competence is electronic heat and water meters. The company is one of the global market leaders in the field of residential heat meters with activities in more than 25 countries. Engelmann […]

capiton has entered into an agreement to acquire PRC, the European phenolic resins activities of the Nordic chemicals group Dynea, jointly with the senior management team. PRC operates from seven production facilities in six European countries (Germany, Finland, UK, France, Poland and Romania) and generates revenues of approximately € 220 million with more than 300 […]

Company Description nora systems GmbH is the global leader in the supply of rubberbased resilient flooring. The company’s products are predominantly used in the market segments healthcare, education and industry. The company has grown continuously over the past years and currently generates more than 75% of its turnover of € 200m+ outside of Germany. Nora’s […]

The company KD Pharma Bexbach GmbH is one of the leading producers of highly purified Omega-3 fatty acids, which are used as ingredients for food supplements and increasingly for pharmaceuticals. KD Pharma uses a unique, patented production technology (KD pür), which can produce Omega-3 fatty acids of the highest purification levels (up to 99%). The […]

The company Kautex Maschinenbau is the leading producer of blow molding machines for the production of plastic fuel tanks and other industrial applications. Apart from automotive, other areas of application include consumer/industrial packaging. Since the separation from the SIG Group in 2004, Kautex Maschinenbau has continuously developed into one of the leading manufacturers of extrusion […]