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Baden-Württemberg

General contractor for the construction of playgrounds and nature-based preschools.

For sale is an established specialty provider with an excellent regional market position in the planning, manufacturing, and installation of play equipment, playrooms, playgrounds, and nature-based kindergartens. The company handles all stages of the value chain entirely in-house—from conceptualization and design planning through the permitting process to production, manufacturing, and final implementation. This high degree of vertical integration is a key differentiator in the competitive landscape. A particular focus is on custom-designed, nature-oriented play and adventure spaces that meet high design standards and feature durable construction. The company operates in a structurally growing niche in the field of nature-oriented play and educational spaces. To date, new business has been generated primarily through referrals and existing customers; active sales or structured marketing have not yet been pursued. Operations are primarily concentrated in a regional market, which offers significant potential for expansion and growth. The company has direct relationships, developed over many years, with established suppliers of wood and natural materials, as well as with specialized component manufacturers for playground and open-space design. These relationships ensure reliable material availability, short delivery times, and consistently high quality in planning, manufacturing, and project implementation.

Revenue
494,000 €
Earnings
160,000 €
Employees
No information
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Bavaria

Established recruitment agency for international professionals in the social services and healthcare sectors

An internationally active staffing agency based in Bavaria, which has been in business for over 20 years, is for sale as part of a succession plan. The company specializes in placing skilled workers from the social services and healthcare sectors—who are from third countries—with German employers, with a focus on regulated professions such as registered nurses and nursing assistants, medical assistants, and physical therapists. At the heart of the company is a comprehensive, carefully maintained global network of strategic recruitment partners and talent sources worldwide. This network enables the company to respond quickly and efficiently to global staffing needs. The platform is scalable thanks to existing structures, processes, and partnerships. Additional selling points include: • Sustainable annual revenue: > 100,000 EUR p.a. • EBIT margin of approx. 35% • Years of experience and expertise in international skilled worker recruitment • Global network of verified recruitment partners from third countries • End-to-end process: recruitment, language training, credential recognition, and visa processing—all from a single source • Trademarks registered with the German Patent and Trademark Office and domain names • Existing client base (hospitals and nursing homes) as well as proven process documentation Potential buyers include, on the one hand, larger staffing consultancies, university hospitals, nursing home chains, or investors who wish to immediately expand their global presence and benefit from the company’s specialized focus; and, on the other hand, private investors who can build on an established platform as successors. The transaction will take the form of an asset deal due to the owner’s retirement. A training and handover period is planned.

Revenue
500,000 €
Earnings
120,000 €
Employees
1
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Saxony

Building Services Companies with Long-Term Service Contracts

Over 90 years of company history with approximately 1,000 systems under service. Focus on industrial systems such as infrastructure-related district heating systems, combined heat and power plants, steam generators, cooling water stations, etc., with a capacity of up to 15 MW. The company for sale is an established provider in the field of building services engineering (BSE) with an impressive history spanning over 90 years. Originally founded as a small craft business, the company has evolved into an internationally active technical service provider offering integrated solutions across the entire value chain—from planning to the operation of technical systems. With an excellent reputation among commercial and public-sector clients, the company is a reliable partner for demanding projects. Service Portfolio: The company offers comprehensive, one-stop services covering all phases of a project: Consulting & Planning: Customized solutions for complex requirements Project Planning & Execution: Efficient implementation of technical systems Maintenance, Service & Operation: Long-term support and assurance of system functionality Systems Serviced: District heating and heat exchange stations Heating plants & combined heat and power (CHP) plants Steam boilers and refrigeration systems Renewable energy systems Core Areas: Plumbing, heating, and ventilation technology Water and gas supply Electrical engineering Measurement, control, and regulation technology (MSR)

Revenue
4,500,000 €
Earnings
600,000 €
Employees
25
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