Project

Coatings manufacturer Peter Lacke acquires Rickert GmbH

Abstrakte kreisrunde Lackmischung in Blau und Dunkelblau, symbolisch für die Übernahme der Rickert GmbH durch Peter Lacke.

An internationally active coatings manufacturer engaged Helbling as its exclusive financial advisor for the acquisition of a family-owned German manufacturer of industrial and architectural coatings. The objective was to strengthen the client’s global market presence, expand its technological capabilities and gain access to new growth areas, particularly in renewable energy. The engagement covered the strategic assessment, financial advisory services and support through to the successful completion of the acquisition.

Our Services

  • Conducted a comprehensive company analysis of Rickert GmbH & Co. KG
  • Assessed technological capabilities and market position in industrial and architectural coatings
  • Evaluated the acquisition’s strategic fit within the client’s global production and service network
  • Provided financial advice throughout the entire M&A process
  • Helped define the industrial fit, particularly in metal coatings and renewable energy
  • Identified and assessed synergies in know-how, technology and the international customer base
  • Supported transaction negotiations through to successful closing

Outcome / Success

The acquisition was successfully completed on 13 January 2026. It enables the client to strengthen its technological capabilities in coatings for metal substrates, expand its market presence in the renewable energy segment and enhance its international supply chain through local production capacity, particularly in India and China.

Contact

Malte Jantz

Hohlstrasse 614
8048 Zürich

Nicolas Gubler

Hohlstrasse 614
8048 Zürich

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