Interpath Expands into DACH Region with Kerkhoff Acquisition

Deal News | Jan 14, 2025 | Consultance.eu

Interpath Expands into DACH Region with Kerkhoff Acquisition

Interpath, a British consultancy firm established in 2021 following a carve-out from KPMG's UK business, has made a strategic acquisition of Kerkhoff to enter the DACH market. This move is a part of Interpath’s expansion strategy into mainland Europe, following a recent establishment in France. Headquartered in Düsseldorf and with an office in Vienna, Kerkhoff is a leading operations consultancy in the DACH region, focusing on procurement and supply chain strategies. The acquisition will allow Kerkhoff to maintain its brand identity while becoming the foundation for Interpath's new Procurement and Supply Chain Centre of Excellence. Interpath has been rapidly expanding its service range from restructuring to include deals, transactions, and performance improvements. The acquisition aims to bolster Interpath’s client offerings and geographical footprint, coupled with shared cultural values between the two entities.

Sectors

  • Management Consulting
  • Corporate Finance & Restructuring

Geography

  • United Kingdom – Interpath is a British consultancy firm, expanding into other European markets.
  • DACH region (Germany, Austria, Switzerland) – Kerkhoff is based in Dusseldorf and has an office in Vienna, marking the strategic importance of the DACH region for Interpath's expansion.
  • France – Indicates Interpath's recent expansion efforts into mainland Europe as part of its strategy.

Industry

  • Management Consulting – The article discusses the acquisition of Kerkhoff, a consulting firm specializing in procurement and supply chain strategies, by Interpath, expanding its consulting services in the DACH region.
  • Corporate Finance & Restructuring – Interpath's roots in corporate finance and restructuring, as well as its expanded offerings into advisory services, highlight the industry focus of this acquisition.

Financials

    Participants

    NameRoleTypeDescription
    InterpathAcquiring CompanyCompanyA British consultancy firm established in 2021, following a carve-out from KPMGs UK business.
    KerkhoffTarget CompanyCompanyA leading consultancy in the DACH region, focusing on procurement and supply chain strategies.
    Mark RaddanCEO of InterpathPersonProvides strategic insight into Interpath's expansion into the DACH region.
    Thorsten SchmidtManaging Director at KerkhoffPersonExpressed enthusiasm about the acquisition aligning with shared core values.