March 06, 2025
Successful advisory for Ahorn Gruppe on the acquisition of Kötter Bestattungen in Dortmund
Ahorn Gruppe has succesfully acquired and integrated Kötter Bestattungen from Dortmund into their group of companies
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Ahorn Gruppe has succesfully acquired and integrated Kötter Bestattungen from Dortmund into their group of companies. Through the acquisition, the Ahorn Group is ensuring the long-term future of the successful funeral home and expanding its local activities.
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.
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The SGP Corporate Finance team supports the Ahorn Group nationwide as its exclusive M&A advisor.
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