EQT Future and Kühne Holding Acquire 35% Stake in Flix
July 4, 2024
EQT Future and Kühne Holding have agreed to acquire a 35% minority stake in Flix SE, including both primary capital and shares purchased from existing shareholders. The investment will strengthen Flix's balance sheet to support geographic expansion, accelerate profitable growth (including North America and rail services), and scale its sustainable, asset-light travel platform.
- Buyers
- EQT Future, Kühne Holding AG
- Targets
- Flix SE
- Sellers
- Existing shareholders
- Industry
- Transportation
- Location
- Bavaria, Germany
- Transaction Type
- Growth capital
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