A well-established continuing education provider in electrical engineering offering specialized seminars nationwide and in-house training sessions
Company Description
This well-established, owner-managed continuing education company, based in Saxony, has been operating successfully in the market for over 20 years. It has a well-coordinated core team as well as a pool of experienced external instructors and is characterized by well-established structures and consistently positive business growth. With most recent revenue of approximately €650,000–700,000, the company generated earnings before taxes of approximately €250,000–280,000. The order book is highly predictable, with orders already secured through 2027; the planned sale is part of a long-term succession plan for retirement, and a guided transition is possible. The asking price is approximately €900,000.
Industry sector
Education / Tutoring / TranslationsThe company offers practice-oriented specialized seminars and custom-designed in-house training courses on electrical engineering topics for various skill levels and application areas. In addition, its service portfolio includes electrical engineering consulting services tailored to the specific requirements of its clients. Knowledge transfer is supported by in-house training concepts, simulators, and demonstration systems, which enable complex content to be conveyed clearly and in a practical manner.
The company primarily serves B2B customers in the industrial, energy, and skilled trades sectors, as well as public-sector clients, offering practical seminars, in-house training, and electrical engineering consulting services. Customers use these services primarily for the professional development of their employees, to qualify them for electrical engineering tasks, and to address practical issues. Approximately 75% of revenue comes from existing customers, which indicates long-term business relationships and high customer satisfaction. The broad diversification of the customer base across various industries and public institutions reduces dependence on individual clients.
The market for continuing professional education in electrical engineering in Germany is driven by the ongoing demand for skilled workers, the energy transition, digitalization, and increasing requirements for qualifications and workplace safety. In particular, industry, energy utilities, public institutions, and skilled trades businesses are increasingly investing in hands-on training to implement technological developments and regulatory requirements. This demand extends to both regional in-person courses and in-house training programs conducted nationwide. The company benefits from these structural growth drivers thanks to its long-standing specialization, practical training concepts, and nationwide reach.
The market is characterized by numerous regional and national continuing education providers, professional associations, educational institutions, and manufacturer-specific training programs; internal training departments and digital e-learning formats also compete indirectly. The company distinguishes itself through its long-standing specialization in practical electrical engineering, in-house training concepts, and proprietary simulators and demonstration systems that are not freely available. The growing customer base, the high proportion of returning customers, and the nationwide delivery of in-house training strengthen customer loyalty and reduce the risk of being replaced by competitors. The company’s competitive position is supported by its established network of expert instructors, the combination of seminars and consulting services, and already secured contracts.