The Platform Group SE & Co. KGaA (TPG) announced on October 6, 2026, that it has signed an agreement to sell its majority stake in BEVMAQ GmbH, a platform for beverage machinery headquartered in Menslage, Germany. The transaction, agreed on October 5, 2026, is expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2026. The buyer is a group of German investors, and the purchase price remains undisclosed.
TPG initially invested in BEVMAQ in 2022. Since then, the platform has experienced substantial growth, with revenue, EBITDA, and earnings all increasing significantly. Notably, the number of machines available on the platform has more than eightfolded since TPG's investment, underscoring the platform's expanding reach and operational success.
BEVMAQ operates a global marketplace that connects buyers and sellers of beverage machinery. This niche platform facilitates international trade, enabling businesses to source equipment efficiently. The sale of the majority stake suggests that TPG believes BEVMAQ has reached a stage where it can thrive under new ownership, potentially with a more focused strategy or additional investment from the German investor group.
For TPG, a Europe-wide software company active in 26 industries through its proprietary platform solutions, this divestment aligns with its strategy of building and scaling platforms before exiting. The Group's partner network comprises more than 17,600 partners who use its platform solutions for both B2B and B2C customers. Industries served include luxury, optics & hearing, furniture retail, machinery trading, dental technology, and electronics. TPG has 19 locations across Europe and is headquartered in Dusseldorf. For the financial year 2025, the company reported revenue of EUR 728 million and adjusted EBITDA of EUR 55 million.
The sale of BEVMAQ could have several implications. For TPG, it may free up capital to invest in other platform ventures or strengthen its balance sheet. The company's shares are listed on the stock exchange under ISIN DE000A40ZW88 and WKN A40ZW8. Investors may view this move as a positive step in TPG's portfolio management, potentially leading to improved focus on core activities. For BEVMAQ, new ownership could bring fresh perspectives and resources to accelerate growth further. The German investor group may have specific plans to expand the platform's offerings or geographic reach.
The broader B2B machinery trading industry could also feel the impact. As digital platforms continue to transform traditional industries, successful exits like this demonstrate the viability of platform business models in niche markets. This could encourage more investment in similar ventures, driving innovation and efficiency in the sector.
Details of the transaction were disclosed in a press release issued via NEWMEDIAWIRE. The original release can be viewed on www.newmediawire.com. Further information about The Platform Group is available at corporate.the-platform-group.com.
