LPA Law tax advises Arkad on the acquisition of Ahlers and the creation of the buy-and-build platform “multimac”

30 July 2025

LPA Law tax advises Arkad on the acquisition of Ahlers and the creation of the buy-and-build platform “multimac”

LPA Law tax has advised private equity investor Arkad Partners GmbH on the acquisition of Ahlers Edelstahltechnik GmbH and the establishment of the new industrial platform “multimac”. The transaction strengthens Arkad’s position in the food processing technology sector and creates a specialised manufacturer and service provider for customised machinery and production equipment in the food industry.

LPA supported this complexly structured transaction with an experienced team led by Denis Bacina (Corporate/M&A), including Ina von Raven (Corporate/M&A), Sebastian Bock (Banking & Finance) and Dr Martin Hoffmann (Tax).

Founded in 1995, Ahlers Edelstahltechnik specialises in bespoke stainless steel constructions and machinery for the food industry. Its offering is complemented by a comprehensive range of maintenance and support services. Going forward, Ahlers will strengthen the activities of Gröneweg Maschinenbau GmbH, which was acquired by Arkad in 2023. The renaming of Gröneweg Holding to multimac Lebensmitteltechnik marks the launch of a high-performing platform for continued growth in the food technology sector.