Carpentry business in Bavaria seeks a dedicated successor

A long-established stonemasonry business (sole proprietorship) with over 25 years of experience is for sale in Upper Bavaria. The business specializes in the manufacture and design of gravestones and enjoys an excellent reputation in the region. The sale includes: - A fully equipped workshop with an office (furniture and equipment included; the premises are rented, but the business can either continue operating there or relocate within the town) - Tools, compressors, gantry crane, operating supplies, vehicle, and trailer - Warehouse with a large stock of gravestones, edging, and other materials - Established customer base with long-standing, positive relationships with private clients, municipalities, and funeral homes Key strengths: - Long-standing tradition and specialization in the gravestone sector - Excellent reputation and close partnerships with funeral homes and local municipalities - Potential for expansion into restoration and construction stonemasonry work is conceivable The business is ideal for young master stonemasons who wish to take over and further develop an established foundation and who want to work and live in a beautiful setting. On-the-job training by the owner for the first 1–2 months is possible upon agreement.

A bicycle dealer in Upper Bavaria, carrying renowned brands and boasting a large, long-standing customer base, is seeking a successor as part of a retirement-related business transfer. The product lineup is of very high quality, and the bikes are customized to each customer’s needs. The highest sales volume comes from the sale of e-MTBs and e-bikes. The bike shop, with just under 650 square meters of retail space and ample parking, is located in an industrial park on the outskirts of a small town. The existing commercial property is not owned by the operating company but can be acquired as part of the sale or continued to be leased. Thanks to its prime location near supermarkets, the business has a strong presence and is highly visible to customers. With its diverse product range and qualified, service-oriented staff, the company enjoys an excellent reputation both regionally and beyond.

The business for sale is a cabinetmaking shop that has been established for decades and enjoys an excellent reputation among housing cooperatives and property management companies. In a spacious workshop area of approximately 700 m², the company performs all types of work related to windows and doors, including repairs, replacement of broken glass, locks and hardware, and renovations. The business is equipped with all the necessary machinery for a carpentry shop, as well as an extensive inventory of hardware and materials built up over many decades—a clear competitive advantage when working with housing cooperatives and property management companies. With 24 dedicated employees—including 2 apprentices and 20 journeymen—the company offers an experienced and well-coordinated team. The company is exceptionally well-established in the market, has long-standing regular customers, a consistently high order volume, and more demand than it can currently meet. The company specializes in windows and doors. The carpentry shop provides an excellent foundation for further growth. Economic success can be sustainably increased through digital process control and an expansion of capacity. The owner is available to ensure a structured handover and training process. To continue operations, hiring a master craftsman is required.

Based in Eastern Thuringia, this GbR has been an established woodworking business for decades, specializing in stair construction, carpentry, interior design, and trade show booth construction. Core Services: 1. Staircase Construction Design, fabrication, and installation of custom staircase solutions: o Classic wooden staircases and stringer staircases o Modern folding-frame and cantilevered staircases, including those with glass railings o Staircases in wood and wood-steel combinations o Staircase renovations and custom solutions for existing building renovations 2. Carpentry and Wooden Structures Roof trusses, dormers (prefabricated and wooden structures), carports and canopies, balconies, wooden bridges, half-timbered structures, as well as roof trusses and bell frames—including for complex and historically protected properties. 3. Interior Design and Trade Show Construction Retail and restaurant interiors, as well as trade show and exhibition booths The two owners (partners in a civil law partnership, GbR) wish to use the sale to plan for succession as they approach retirement. In addition to the two owners, five employees work for the company. The sale is to take place as an asset deal (including the commercial real estate). With regard to the commercial real estate, other models (particularly lease-to-own) are also conceivable.

A freight forwarding, transportation, and logistics company based in northwestern Bavaria—which has been successfully established in the market for many years—is for sale. The range of services includes domestic land transportation, special transports using a lifting platform, and unique specialized logistics services, all of which are secured under a fixed-term contract through the end of 2029. The focus is on domestic transport in the FTL and LTL sectors, which is primarily carried out using the company’s own fleet. This is complemented by a long-standing, contractually secured project business. The company has established customer relationships with well-known industrial clients. Approximately 100 qualified employees, with an average age of about 48, together with an experienced management team now in its third generation, form the foundation for the company’s sustainable success. Its excellent reputation, long-standing market presence, and optimal location underscore its strong market position. The fleet comprises approximately 35 tractor units as well as around 55 trailers and semi-trailers (tarpaulin and box). The property, with a land area of approximately 10,000 square meters, includes a warehouse of approximately 2,500 square meters as well as workshop, office, and employee facilities totaling around 850 square meters. The infrastructure is complemented by two electric vehicle charging stations and a solar panel system on the roofs. The property is available for lease or purchase. Sale due to succession planning.