Miebach: A New Chapter Begins with Investcorp's Acquisition
Deal News | Mar 17, 2025 | Zawya
Investcorp, a prominent alternative investment firm, has announced its acquisition of a majority stake in Miebach Logistik Holding, a renowned global supply chain and logistics consultancy based in Frankfurt, Germany. Founded in 1973, Miebach has become a distinguished provider of specialized services, operating across 27 offices in 20 countries, and serving international blue-chip clients. The investment aligns with Investcorp's strategy to capitalize on the growth of the $30 billion supply chain consulting market, which is benefitting from trends in resiliency, sustainability, digitization, and automation. Miebach is set to continue its growth through its 'One Miebach' strategy and will leverage Investcorp's expertise to enhance its service offerings. The acquisition, part of Investcorp's European private equity expansion, is expected to close in Q2 2025 after regulatory approvals.
Sectors
- Supply Chain and Logistics Consultancy
- Private Equity
Geography
- Germany – Miebach Logistik Holding is headquartered in Frankfurt am Main, making Germany a central geography in this acquisition.
- Bahrain – Investcorp is a Bahrain-based global investment firm, adding an international aspect to the acquisition.
Industry
- Supply Chain and Logistics Consultancy – This industry focuses on providing specialized advice and solutions in logistics and supply chain management, an area in which Miebach is a key player.
- Private Equity – Investcorp operates within this industry as it seeks to acquire and manage stakes in various companies, including its new acquisition, Miebach.
Financials
- c.2.1 billion – Investments made by Investcorp's European private equity group in various companies since 2012, including the acquisition of Miebach.
Participants
| Name | Role | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miebach Logistik Holding | Target Company | Company | A leading global provider of supply chain and logistics consultancy services, headquartered in Frankfurt, Germany. |
| Investcorp | Bidding Company | Company | A global alternative investment firm based in Bahrain, acquiring a majority stake in Miebach. |
| Dr Joachim Miebach | Founder | Person | Founder of Miebach Logistik Holding. |
| Yusef Al Yusef | Global Head of Distribution at Investcorp | Person | Representative of Investcorp, providing strategic insight into the acquisition. |
| Jrgen Hess | Co-CEO at Miebach | Person | Co-CEO at Miebach, overseeing its strategic directions and operations. |
| Jorge Motje | Co-CEO at Miebach | Person | Co-CEO at Miebach, collaborating with Investcorp for future growth. |