Deutsche Beteiligungs AG Concludes duagon Investment Amidst M&A Challenges

Deutsche Beteiligungs AG (DBAG) has successfully concluded its investment in duagon, a prominent provider in the rail industry. The shares held by DBAG Fund VII and DBAG were sold to Knorr-Bremse AG. This transaction aligns with DBAG's strategic execution in a transformed private equity market.

The European private equity landscape experienced a shift with secondary buyouts becoming prevalent. Despite these changes, DBAG realized a strategic exit, highlighting their effective buy-and-build strategy. Duagon's market position was expanded through key acquisitions, establishing it as a leader in embedded railway electronics.

With significant rail investments by the German government and global market growth, duagon remains in a strong position. The sale underscores DBAG’s adeptness at navigating market cycles and executing succession solutions with family-owned businesses.