Martin Maeder

Fabrel Lotos invests in medium-sized companies in German-speaking countries, primarily in the industrial and services sectors. They target family-owned businesses, and acquire majority stakes or a substantial minority interest, and may become the sole shareholder. The firm is a very-long-term investor who does not aim for an exit opportunity and expects to retain ownership indefinitely. Over time they invest capital as needed by their portfolio companies. They actively contribute to the development of their investee companies, sit on the board but prefer not to interfere in daily operations management. The firm targets companies with at least EUR 40 million in turnover and invests EUR 20 million or more, in the form of direct equity. Their investment criteria include a strong and upgradable market position, solid technology and a competent management team. They do not invest in early-stage, restructuring or turnaround situations. Fabrel Lotos has invested in extrusion equipment, labels, plastic crates and market research. They have invested mostly in Switzerland.