Successful advisory for Ahorn Gruppe on the acquisition of Leo Kuckelkorn Bestattungen GmbH in Cologne

Transaktion

In January 2025, Ahorn Gruppe from Berlin acquired and integrated the renowned Leo Kuckelkorn GmbH in Cologne into their group of companies.

This move strengthens the Ahorn Group's position in the Cologne/Bonn region and adds a strong and established brand that also stands for a contemporary funeral and memorial culture tailored to people's individual needs.

About Ahorn Gruppe

Ahorn Gruppe, whose roots date back to 1830, has grown through targeted acquisitions to become a nationwide funeral services association with over 100 regional brands, around 300 branches, and over 1,200 employees. As a subsidiary of IDEAL Lebensversicherung a.G., it is now the largest provider of funeral services in Germany and combines tradition with a comprehensive range of services tailored to the needs of local people.

Our contribution

The SGP Corporate Finance team supports the Ahorn Group nationwide as its exclusive M&A advisor.