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EgyptMubadala Invests in European Facility Management Firm “Apleona” in Collaboration with Bain Capital
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Mubadala acquires a minority stake in Apleona, a leading European facility management company.
Investment aligns with Apleona’s growth ambitions and expansion in sustainable building solutions.
The company plans to enhance digital transformation and AI-driven facility management.
Apleona has acquired and integrated 14 strategic firms, including the transformational acquisition of Gegenbauer Group in 2023.
The deal is subject to regulatory approvals before final closure.
In a strategic move to expand its global investment footprint, Mubadala Investment Company has announced its acquisition of a minority stake in Apleona, a leading European integrated facility management firm headquartered in Neu-Isenburg, near Frankfurt, Germany. The investment is being made in partnership with Bain Capital’s European private equity team and is expected to bolster Apleona’s growth trajectory in sustainable and technologically advanced building management solutions.
Apleona specializes in providing high-tech facility management services, catering to regional and international clients. With increasing demand for environmentally responsible infrastructure, the company has positioned itself as a leader in solutions that enhance energy efficiency and reduce carbon emissions in commercial and industrial buildings.
Speaking on the investment, Zouheir Rkik, Head of Industries and Business Services at Mubadala, expressed confidence in Apleona’s future:
“We are pleased to invest in Apleona, a key player in facility and technical property management, alongside our long-term partner, Bain Capital. We look forward to working closely with Dr. Jochen Keysberg and the Apleona management team to support their expansion and strategic growth.”
Apleona is poised to expand its European platform further, integrating digital innovations in facility management. The company is heavily investing in data-driven control systems and AI-powered solutions for heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC), and predictive maintenance. As part of this strategy, Apleona has successfully completed the acquisition and integration of 14 strategic companies across Europe, including the pivotal takeover of Gegenbauer Group in 2023.
The transaction remains subject to customary closing conditions, including regulatory approvals, before its finalization. The investment marks a significant milestone in Mubadala’s commitment to supporting high-growth companies in essential service sectors while driving sustainability and technological advancement in facility management.
