PRESS RELEASE

Munich, 22 August 2024

honert advised the CERTANIA Group on the acquisition of Biotec GmbH.

The CERTANIA Group is a strategic investor in Testing, Inspection, Certification and Research (TIC) with the goal of building a network of leading companies that contribute to health and sustainability in operations and their ecosystems. This is based on companies that combine in-depth expertise with outstanding customer service to create a winning formula. In the CERTANIA Group, their competencies are brought together to create holistic solutions and serve customers along the entire value chain. CERTANIA Holding has a long-term investment plan around successful partnerships with management teams, with the goal of jointly building a leading TIC group. The partners of the CERTANIA Group maintain a strong independence and preserve their entrepreneurial drive. Through their partnership within the CERTANIA Group, they will have the opportunity to combine and jointly develop their expertise from different TIC sectors to meet the ever-growing consumer need for transparency and verification in health and sustainability – while maintaining their identity.

Founded in 1991 and based in Gütersloh, Germany, Biotec GmbH has built a solid reputation over 25 years as a pioneer in aerial hygiene. Its clientele spans across industrial giants and prominent players in the food industry, relying on its expertise for comprehensive air hygiene testing and certification, drinking water analyses, and specialized hygiene training.

Both sides have agreed not to disclose details of the transactions.

ADVISORS CERTANIA Group:

honert (Munich): Patrick Spalek (lead), Arik Widenhorn, Bastian Hosp (all corporate law, M&A)