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Business Succession in Schleswig-Holstein

By 2026, estimates suggest that up to 5,400 companies in Schleswig-Holstein will be preparing for a business succession. Take advantage of this trend and find your dream company, or the right buyer for your existing business, on DUB.de — Germany's most-visited independent marketplace for buying and selling companies.

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Established tire retail business and master auto repair shop with tire storage facility, including real estate

Established in 1966, the company is a tire retailer with strong regional roots and has also operated a certified automotive repair shop (master-certified) since 1999. With six qualified employees, the business boasts well-established processes, a solid organizational structure, and a strong reputation built up over many years. The “Top Workshop” award from *auto motor sport* magazine in 2025 and 2026 underscores the company’s recognized quality. The scope of the sale includes: The approximately 1,050 m² business property with an assembly hall and a master-certified auto repair shop + the warehouse (inventory value approx. €180,000), + all tools (including specialty tools and diagnostic equipment), + all machinery, including 4 lift platforms and a 4-post lift, an alignment stand, 3 assembly machines, + the two trailers available for rent + the 4 vehicles (3 x customer loaner cars) including a Sprinter, + 2 wheel balancers, 2 electric wheel balancers (mounted on the vehicle), + 7 storage containers, + approx. 750 customer storage units, + over 20,000 registered customers (95% regular customers / not tied to the owner) + goodwill, + and much more. + an adjacent single-family home with a full basement and no encumbrances, featuring approximately 158 m² of living space on an additional lot of approximately 1,200 m² on the edge of the Aukrug Nature Park in the Steinburg district. > So, work where others go on vacation!

Revenue
1,606,860 €
Earnings
201,688 €
Employees
6
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Advantages of Business Succession in Schleswig-Holstein

A business succession in Schleswig-Holstein can offer various advantages. For one, Schleswig-Holstein is an economically strong state with well-developed infrastructure and a broad Mittelstand. Being close to important markets in Scandinavia or the Baltic states can also be an advantage for a company.

Schleswig-Holstein is a very innovative state and promotes cooperation between science, research, and business. That lets a company in a future-oriented industry gain a foothold, and grow, faster than in other parts of the country. Schleswig-Holstein also offers a high quality of life, which can be an advantage for a company's employees and is therefore also an important consideration for the successor.

Strategies for a Successful Business Succession in Schleswig-Holstein

A carefully planned approach is decisive for the success of a business succession in Schleswig-Holstein. The process involves several key steps that matter to both owners and potential successors. First, it's important to understand the business's specific requirements and the expectations placed on the successor. That includes a thorough assessment of the company's current market position, its financial health, and potential growth opportunities. For owners, this also means having a realistic idea of the company's value and being willing to pass that knowledge on to the successor.

The next step is identifying and approaching potential successors. This can happen through personal networks, industry contacts, or specialized platforms like DUB.de. What matters here is finding a successor who brings both the necessary professional qualifications and the entrepreneurial vision to lead the company successfully into the future.

Once a suitable successor has been found, the negotiation and handover phase follows. Clear communication and legal advice are essential at this stage. M&A advisors can provide valuable support here, making sure every aspect of the handover — from the financial side to employee matters — is handled professionally.

Finally, a well-thought-out transition period matters, during which the owner passes their knowledge and experience on to the successor. This ensures the business continues seamlessly and helps the successor settle effectively into their new role.