Insights
Benchmark International Successfully Facilitated the Transaction Between OEGE Group and The Platform Group AG
September 10, 2024
Benchmark International is pleased to announce the acquisition of OEGE GROUP by The Platform Group.
OEGE GROUP, based in Lünen, Germany is a worldwide operating B2B wholesaler for branded consumer goods. Founded in 2000 by Özcan Gölyeri with a focus on batteries, today the company uses various sales channels to promote its large variety of products and operates its own logistics center in Lünen.
Founded in 1882, The Platform Group is a stock-listed, leading, family-owned software company for platform solutions, located in Düsseldorf. It provides to both B2B and B2C customers from different industries including furniture trade, machinery trade, dental technology, car platforms and luxury fashion.
The strategic takeover of the OEGE GROUP by The Platform Group as majority shareholder is a significant milestone in the expansion of the B2B partners. Post sale, Mr. Gölyeri will stay on board as managing director and minority shareholder to ensure continuity and accompany further growth.
Your perfect buyer is out there. Find them today.
Mr. Gölyeri commented on the transaction: “We are pleased that Benchmark identified The Platform Group as a potential buyer. With The Platform Group we found a strong partner that helps us to accelerate OEGE’s growth. We look forward to leveraging the identified synergies in customer base, sales channels and processes.”
Dr. Dominik Benner, CEO of The Platform Group, added: “By integrating the OEGE GROUP, we are strengthening our B2B business and expanding our activities. Our software solutions will provide OEGE with considerable support and we will significantly expand our base of B2B partners in eCommerce.”
Share This Post
Categories
Get These Insights Delivered Directly To Your Email
Explore our curated collection today and stay ahead of the curve in M&A.
Publicaciones relacionadas
La saturación del mercado ya está aquí: ¿se subirá a la ola o se dejará arrastrar?He recibido muchas preguntas sobre cómo se ha desarrollado el superciclo de fusiones y adquisiciones previsto y en qué punto del continuo de saturación del mercado nos encontramos, así que he pensado en compartir una actualización como continuación del artículo del año pasado "La saturación del mercado está llegando".Benchmark International Named Investment Banking Firm of the Year for the Second Year in a RowThe M&A Advisor announced the winners of the 16th Annual International M&A Awards, and Benchmark International was again recognized in several categories, including being named Investment Banking Firm of the Year for the second consecutive year.Benchmark International also received the following awards this year:M&A Deal of the Year ($10MM to $25MM) • For the acquisition of Whistler Tech by Milexia Consumer Staples Deal of the Year • For the acquisition of Copernus Ltd. by Suempol Sp The M&A Advisor Awards are known as the Oscars of the M&A world, serving as the industry benchmark for dealmaking excellence and recognizing the leading M&A transactions, restructurings, deal financings, products and services, firms, and professionals. An independent panel of global M&A, restructuring, and corporate finance practitioners evaluated nominations from around the world, representing companies with deals ranging from $10 million to more than $10 billion. The winners will be honored on September 15-16, 2025, at a black-tie gala in New York City.