Southwestern Germany: Specialty Wholesale for Cleaning & Hygiene

The operating company (100% share deal) of an established conference and business hotel with a clear MICE/corporate focus in the economically strong market of southern Germany is for sale. The company is structured as an operationally independent entity and has been managed under an investor-owned model for approximately 30 years. The property features 120 guest rooms and approximately 1,700 m² of conference space with 21 flexibly configurable meeting rooms (accommodating up to approximately 220 participants). Revenue: approximately EUR 2.5–3.0 million; EBITDA: approximately EUR 0.75 million. The organization comprises approximately 25 FTEs and is lean and ready for a transition. Fiber-optic internet (1 Gbit symmetrical), over 200 parking spaces, and a photovoltaic system (approx. 99 kWp) underscore the quality of the infrastructure. The balance sheet is solid, with no interest-bearing financial liabilities and an equity ratio of over 50%. The business model is based on lodging, MICE/conference operations, and catering/event activities, which provide a stabilizing effect. The lease agreement runs through December 31, 2035, with an option to extend through 2050. The lease payment amounts to approximately 20% of revenue (in line with market standards). There is no structural CapEx backlog. An option to purchase the property is available. Sale is part of a business succession plan. Structured process, NDA-based.

An established, specialized B2B distributor of personal protective equipment with a clear focus on the specialty retail sector is for sale as part of a retirement-related succession plan. The current GmbH has its roots in many years of experience in the personal protective equipment sector and has been continuously developed since then. By consistently focusing on B2B specialty retail customers, the company has laid the foundation for sustainable growth and efficient customer service. At the same time, it has systematically expanded its product portfolio and built stable, long-term partnerships with renowned manufacturers. The company combines many years of market experience with a modern, service-oriented business approach and stands for reliability, high availability, and personalized support. This forms the foundation for high customer satisfaction and long-term customer loyalty. The company works exclusively with specialty retail partners and serves, in particular, the sectors of occupational safety, industrial and technical trade, hygiene and cleaning, healthcare, and the food service industry. A broadly diversified and established customer base, along with stable supplier relationships, ensure a reliable market position. In fiscal year 2025, revenue of approximately 1.7 million EUR was generated. As part of the succession plan, 100% of the company’s shares are to be sold to a suitable buyer via a share deal.

As part of an age-related succession plan, a cleaning service provider for commercial customers (B2B) that has been in business since 1999 is up for sale. The company specializes in inspecting and cleaning hotel mattresses using a cleaning process recognized by DEHOGA. After the mattresses are cleaned, hotels receive 10 points; a lack of points can result in the loss of a star. Mattress cleaning services can be provided both regionally and nationwide.

Overview: - Industry: Tax Consulting (SMEs & Private Clients) - Location: Southern Germany (metropolitan area) - Revenue: EUR 1,210,000 - Profit (firm profit): EUR 590,000 (~49% margin) Brief Description: - Established, highly profitable tax firm in a metropolitan region in southern Germany, focusing on SME and private clients. - Range of services: Financial and payroll accounting, annual financial statements, and tax returns; supplemented by tax planning and business management consulting (room for expansion). - Client base: broadly diversified (mix of SMEs and private clients); new business primarily through referrals; the top 10 client groups together account for ~55% of revenue (no concentration risk). - Team & Processes: approx. 5–6 FTEs plus 2 owners; standardized workflows, end-to-end time tracking, and DATEV system infrastructure. - Reason for the transaction: orderly succession planning; flexible structuring as an asset deal (Option 1: phased entry through equity acquisition; Option 2: 100% acquisition of the firm’s operations).

The company supports industrial clients from the initial concept through to the completed construction. This includes planning and general contracting services, as well as in-house energy consulting. The company has a remarkably high percentage of repeat customers and already has a secured order backlog of over 25 million euros for 2026/2027. For an ambitious partner, there is significant potential to capitalize on additional project inquiries for further growth—inquiries that currently must be turned down due to capacity constraints. The workforce has a balanced average age and consists of skilled architects, civil engineers, and technical staff, with no particular reliance on any single individual. Below, we present the company’s key figures: • Revenue: approx. 20 million EUR • EBITDA: approx. 3 million EUR • Employees: approx. 20 • Location: Southern Germany • Outstanding portfolio of projects • Management will remain on board if needed (2–4 years)