3i opened its first German office in Frankfurt in 1984 and has since been a pioneer in the German private equity industry.  
Our portfolio companies come from a wide range of sectors, including a significant number of industrial and engineering companies. The Mittelstand is at the heart of the German economy and we have a particular focus on building strong partnerships with these medium-sized, largely family-owned businesses.

The companies we work with deliver profitable growth by tapping into our deep understanding of local markets, deal experience, local knowledge, broad-based sector expertise and international network.  We introduce them to experienced industrialists and senior advisers, who offer a perspective on the latest industry trends and help identify new strategies for success and value growth.