Overview

Formel D is a leading global service provider to the automotive and component supply industry, offering quality assurance and process optimization along the entire value chain - from development to production through to aftersales.

The company offers a wide range of testing and inspection services for individual parts, systems, and vehicles to major OEMs and suppliers. Formel D was founded in 1993 and has over 9,000 employees at 80 facilities in 22 countries worldwide.

Formel D was founded in 1993 and has over 9,000 employees at 90+ facilities in 20+ countries worldwide.

Highlights

• Pursue attractive international growth opportunities both organically and by acquisitions
• Up & cross-sell the service portfolio to customers internationally
• Partnered with management to expand higher “value-add” service offering
• Introduced CITIC Capital as investment partner with a broad network in China
• Introduced Ralph Heck as Chair via our Business Leaders Network

Regulatory information 
This transaction involved a recommendation of 3i Investments plc, advised by 3i Germany.