Growth capital for medium-sized companies
As a partner, we support medium-sized companies in developing their growth potential. Through our funds, we invest between 10 million and 250 million euros in companies with fundamental and long-term intact market developments in the areas of business services, energy and environmental technology, healthcare, industrial technologies and IT/software.
Our funds at a glance
Since 2007, leading institutional and private investors from around the world have invested a total of over 3 billion euros in five funds advised by Deutsche Private Equity.
| DPE Fund CF I | 2022 | € 710M |
|---|---|---|
| DPE Fund IV | 2020 | € 1000M |
| DPE Fund III | 2016 | € 600M |
| DPE Fund II | 2013 | € 350M |
| DPE Fund I | 2007 | € 250M |
In 2022, DPE executed the largest GP-led secondary offering in Germany. The DPE Continuation Fund has been endowed with EUR 710 million and will invest in the continued growth of portfolio companies, eraneos and valantic. As IT sector companies, both firms still possess significant growth potential that can be leveraged. With the availability of additional capital, M&A transactions can now be pursued, thereby accelerating targeted further development efforts.
valantic is one of the fastest growing consulting and software solutions providers for digital transformation.
The Eraneos Group (formerly AWK Group) is an independent information technology consultancy.
DPE Fund IV closed in August 2020 at EUR 1 billion. Investor demand significantly exceeded this fixed cap. At the same time, the investor base was successfully diversified, and several highly respected international pension funds were attracted. DPE Fund IV is not yet fully invested and currently comprises 10 platform investments in the areas of Business Services, HealthCare, Industrial Technologies and IT / Software.
The atacama group develops industry-specific standard software solutions for the healthcare sector.
adelphi advises public and private sector clients on climate, environment and development issues.
Sill Optics is a leading developer and manufacturer of precision optics for laser material processing, additive manufacturing, medical technology, and other applications.
e-motion is a leading B2B2C channel for high-quality premium E-Bikes in the DACH region.
AUXEUM (formerly Lipocura) is a leading private clinic specializing in the surgical treatment of lipedema.
CirQono is one of the leading service providers in the circular economy for construction waste and the conservation of resources in the greater Berlin area.
Engelmann is Europe’s technological leader in the design and manufacture of sub-metering hardware and systems.
Green Mobility Holding is a leading provider of B2B bicycle leasing, acting as an intermediary between bicycle manufacturers, employers, leasing companies and employees.
valantic is one of the fastest growing consulting and software solutions providers for digital transformation.
The Eraneos Group (formerly AWK Group) is an independent information technology consultancy.
DPE Fund III closed in December 2016 at EUR 600 million. DPE Fund III is fully invested and comprises 11 platform investments across the business services, healthcare and industrial technologies sectors.
The Ortheum Group is a Germany-wide network of the most renowned outpatient orthopaedic centres.
Mehler Vario System is the leading European supplier of customized, high-quality protective equipment, carrying systems and tactical clothing.
BplusL is one of the market leaders for construction site infrastructure and the rental and sale of fully equipped container solutions in Germany.
valantic is one of the fastest growing consulting and software solutions providers for digital transformation.
The Air Alliance Group is a European air ambulance company with its own aircraft maintenance and aircraft trading activities.
The Eraneos Group (formerly AWK Group) is an independent information technology consultancy.
The Primutec Solutions Group specializes in roofing and insulation, façade construction and lightning protection for new and old buildings.
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SoldDPE Fund II closed in March 2013 at EUR 300 million. DPE Fund II is fully invested and comprises 10 platform investments across the business services, healthcare, industrial technologies and IT/software sectors.
Centogene is a world leader in the genetic diagnosis of rare diseases.
The SERCOO Group is an integrated provider of maintenance and repair services for power generation plants.
OmniaMed is a leading provider of digital training formats and a unique knowledge base for the daily work of general practitioners, specialists and nurses.
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SoldDPE Fund I was closed at EUR 250 million in December 2007. DPE Fund I is fully invested and realized. DPE Fund I consists of 10 platform investments and 41 add-on investments in the areas of business services, energy and environmental technology and industrial technologies.
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