17.03.2025
The privately held investment firm Investcorp has acquired a majority stake in Miebach Logistik Holding GmbH. With 500 consultants in more than 20 countries, the Miebach Group is one of the leading consulting firms in supply chain consulting, logistics and material flow. Following the acquisition by Investcorp, approximately one-third of the company’s shares will remain held by the Miebach partnership. The purchase price has not been disclosed.
Investcorp is exactly the strategic partner we have been looking for," says Jürgen Hess, Co-CEO of the Miebach Group. "Investcorp is independent and entrepreneurial. We share a common vision for Miebach’s future. Together, we will shape the world's leading champion for consulting, engineering, and change management services in end-to-end supply chain consulting and material flow engineering."
The combination of consulting and engineering-driven services provides for a unique offering," says Alexander Koeppen of Investcorp, who led the transaction for the new majority owner. "Miebach’s service portfolio will continue to expand, anticipating future market and technology opportunities. The leadership team at Miebach operates with a strong entrepreneurial mindset, which is a key differentiator in the market. For this reason, we anticipate above-market growth for the Miebach Group in the future. We are very excited about our future partnership with the Miebach Group and will actively support the management team in its ongoing growth strategy."
Miebach Partnership Welcomes Additional Partners in the Future
In 1973, engineer Dr. Joachim Miebach founded a consulting firm in Frankfurt am Main, specializing in warehouse automation and construction, making him a pioneer in the field. Early on, he involved employees directly in the company, forming what is now the Miebach partnership. As part of the transaction, the former chairman of the advisory board is stepping down as the main shareholder and will also leave the board.
I am extremely proud of the people at Miebach for having built the company with this unique approach," says Dr. Joachim Miebach. "With Investcorp as the new majority shareholder, the company will gain further momentum and financial strength for the next stage of its journey."
Together with Investcorp, the existing leadership team will continue to develop Dr. Miebach’s legacy," says Jorge Motjé, Co-CEO of the Miebach Group. "It is essential to us that our partners remain entrepreneurial, as this mindset has always shaped the Miebach Group." Around one-third of the shares will remain with the partnership. Moving forward, the partnership aims to welcome additional partners from within the company’s employee base. "For new partners, an investment in the new shareholder structure will be even more attractive," adds Jorge Motjé.
Strategic Growth: Investcorp and Miebach to Pursue Further Acquisitions
The supply chain and logistics consulting industry, like many other sectors, is undergoing significant transformation. New markets, evolving customer demands, and technologies such as artificial intelligence have led Miebach to expand its service offering significantly in recent years. To stay ahead in areas like digitalization and change management, the company will continue to invest in new capabilities and technologies.
Miebach will continue to grow both organically and through acquisitions," says Co-CEO Jürgen Hess. "Our clients already demand global end-to-end solutions, change management expertise, and AI-driven applications. In the coming years, we will strategically invest in these areas and, together with Investcorp, drive both organic and inorganic growth. At the same time, we will significantly strengthen our brand to increase market visibility, expand our global footprint, and solidify our worldwide positioning."
Advisors on Miebach’s side included Bankhaus Metzler, which led the M&A project management, Rödl & Partner for financial and tax matters, CMS for legal advisory, and Pfeiffer Strategic Positioning for communications.
For Investcorp, the transaction was advised by Lincoln International (M&A), Boston Consulting Group (CDD), EY (Financial & Tax), and Covington (Legal).
About Investcorp:
Investcorp is a global investment manager specializing in alternative investments across four asset classes: Private Equity (Mid-Market Buyouts, Growth Investments, and GP Staking), Real Assets (Infrastructure and Real Estate), Credit (CLOs, Broadly Syndicated Loans & Structured Credit, and Middle-Market Direct Lending), and Liquid Strategies (Absolute Return Investments and Insurance Asset Management).
Since our inception in 1982, we have focused on generating attractive returns for our clients and seeking to create long-term value in our portfolio companies by adopting a disciplined investment process, employing talented professionals, and utilizing the resources of a global institution with an innovative approach.
We invest capital in our products and strategies, aligning interests with our clients and other stakeholders. We pursue sustainable value creation through our investments and in the communities in which we operate and take pride in partnering with clients to deliver tailored solutions for their needs.
Today, Investcorp manages approximately $55 billion in assets, including assets managed by third party managers. Investcorp has 14 offices in the US, Europe, GCC and Asia, including, India, China, Japan and Singapore and employs approximately 500 people from 50 nationalities globally.
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