Stonepeak Buys 50% Stake in IFCO Group

Deal News | Jul 15, 2025 | Legal Community Germany

Stonepeak Buys 50% Stake in IFCO Group

Stonepeak, an alternative investment firm focused on infrastructure and real assets, has acquired a 50% co-controlling stake in the IFCO Group, a major provider of reusable packaging solutions, from a subsidiary of Abu Dhabi Investment Authority. Triton Partners, the existing majority shareholder, will retain its co-controlling interest in the company. The acquisition sees Stonepeak join forces with Triton in overseeing IFCO’s operations across over 50 countries. The transaction aligns with Stonepeak’s investment strategy focusing on resilient businesses that contribute to the circular economy. Legal and tax advisory services for IFCO’s management were provided by POELLATH with their team based in Munich.

Sectors

  • Infrastructure Investment
  • Reusable Packaging

Geography

  • Global – IFCO Group operates in over 50 countries offering reusable packaging solutions worldwide.
  • United Arab Emirates – The seller, a subsidiary of the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority, indicates relevance to the UAE.
  • Germany – POELLATH, based in Munich, advised on the legal aspects, indicating relevance to Germany.

Industry

  • Infrastructure Investment – Stonepeak specializes in infrastructure and real assets investing, relevant to the acquisition of IFCO Group.
  • Reusable Packaging – IFCO Group operates in the reusable packaging industry, providing solutions for fresh foods globally.

Financials

  • 50% – Stonepeak's acquired co-controlling stake in IFCO Group.

Participants

NameRoleTypeDescription
StonepeakBuyerCompanyAn alternative investment firm specializing in infrastructure and real assets.
IFCO GroupTargetCompanyA global provider of reusable packaging solutions for fresh foods.
Abu Dhabi Investment AuthoritySellerCompanyA wholly-owned subsidiary selling its stake in IFCO Group.
Triton PartnersExisting Majority ShareholderCompanyRetaining a co-controlling interest in IFCO Group.
POELLATHLegal AdvisorCompanyProvided legal and tax advice to IFCO's management.