The private shareholders of Development Partner AG have sold 100% of their shares to a Swiss financial investor
July 2017 — The private shareholders of Development Partner AG have sold the company to a Swiss financial investor.
Development Partner is a leading real estate developer of office and commercial buildings in central locations of major German cities. With a team of approximately 30 employees, the company has completed a large number of urban landmark projects and has achieved an outstanding track record.
The Swiss financial investor has been active in the financing of real estate project developments for many years. He has already invested in a large number of different projects in Europe and therefore has an extensive network of contacts and decision-makers in the real estate world. With his available resources, he has already participated directly in other companies in the past.
Our role in the transaction
Oaklins' team in Germany advised the shareholders of Development Partner AG on the sale of the company to a Swiss investor group.
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