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Kinstellar advises shareholders of ROFA Industrial Automation on the sale of ROFA Group to SPIE
Kinstellar is advising the shareholders of ROFA Industrial Automation on the sale of the German ROFA Group to the listed French SPIE Group. ROFA Industrial Automation (ROFA), headquartered in Bavaria, is a leading provider of automation technology, intralogistics solutions, and special‑purpose machinery with operations in China, Austria, Hungary, Romania, the Netherlands, Poland, and the United States. ROFA’s portfolio covers the full project lifecycle, from consulting and software/hardware engineering to manufacturing, commissioning, and after-sales services. By acquiring ROFA, SPIE aims to strengthen its strategic position in the German industrial services market. The transaction remains subject to antitrust
Kinstellar advises Rivean Capital on Austrian-law aspects of its majority investment in Engelmann Sensor
Kinstellar has provided legal advice to Rivean Capital in connection with its acquisition of a majority stake in Engelmann Sensor (“Engelmann”) from funds managed by DPE Deutsche Private Equity. Engelmann, headquartered in Germany, is a leading international provider of smart submetering solutions for heat, cooling and water consumption. With Rivean Capital as its new strategic partner, Engelmann aims to further expand its international footprint, drive product innovation and strengthen its operational capabilities. Kinstellar advised Rivean Capital on all Austrian-law aspects of the transaction. The team was led by Philipp Kapl (Partner, M&A) with key support from Agnes Lackenberger (Senior Associate
Kinstellar advises the shareholders of Autolift Group on strategic partnership with CAPCELLENCE
Kinstellar has advised the shareholders of Autolift on the conclusion of a majority strategic partnership with Hamburg-based private equity investor CAPCELLENCE Mittelstandspartner. As part of the transaction, CAPCELLENCE acquired a majority stake in the company, while the sellers remain significantly invested and will continue to contribute to the company’s growth mission. Autolift, a leader in the field of vehicle lifting technology for 35 years, with subsidiaries in Hungary, Serbia, Germany and India, has evolved from its roots in the automotive sector into a global provider of lifting systems for rail vehicles, as well as lifting and turning devices. With headquarters in Austria, the Autolift group supplies its
Philipp Kapl, new Kinstellar partner in Vienna, advises Limestone Capital on strategic investment in LOISIUM Wine & SPA Hotels
Philipp Kapl, Partner in Kinstellar’s newly launched Vienna office, successfully advised LC Hospitality Holding AG, a subsidiary of Limestone Capital AG, on the acquisition of a 60% majority stake in Loisium Wine & SPA Holding GmbH, through a share deal. The transaction, which closed on 4 February 2025, marks a significant milestone in the expansion of the LOISIUM brand, renowned for its seamless blend of premium wine experiences and luxury spa retreats. This strategic investment reinforces the LOISIUM Group’s position in the hospitality sector, unlocking new opportunities for growth in prime wine regions. With Limestone Capital as a key investor, LOISIUM will continue to enhance its unique concept, integrating
Kinstellar continues to strengthen its Vienna Office with the addition of Philipp Kapl as Partner
Kinstellar is pleased to announce that distinguished M&A lawyer Philipp Kapl has joined the Firm as a Partner, further enhancing Kinstellar's corporate and transactional capabilities in Vienna. Philipp brings over a decade of experience advising on high-profile M&A transactions, private equity, joint ventures, growth capital investments, divestitures, infrastructure investments and shareholder arrangements. Prior to joining Kinstellar, Philipp was with a leading Austrian law firm. His career includes a secondment with Cravath, Swaine & Moore in London and extensive experience at top-tier Austrian firms. Earlier in his career, he gained valuable insights into investment banking at Morgan Stanley and J.P. Morgan