Hampleton Partners advises ZF Group on the sale of 2getthere

Hampleton has exclusively advised the ZF Group on the sale of its subsidiary 2getthere as part of an international bidding process.

As part of the transaction, Sai Green Mobility from India acquires 100% of the shares in 2getthere. With this acquisition, the buyer aims to significantly expand its position in the field of autonomous mobility.

For more than 20 years, 2getthere has stood for technological excellence in autonomous transport systems – now the sale to Sai Green Mobility marks the beginning of a new chapter. “Through a competitive, global bidding process, 2getthere has gained a strong, long-term oriented partner in Sai Green Mobility,” says Dr. Jan Eiben, Managing Partner at Hampleton. “We would especially like to thank the ZF Group for the trust placed in us, after we already had the pleasure of advising on the sale of 2getthere to the ZF Group back in 2019.”

ZF welcomes the acquisition: “Under the ZF umbrella, 2getthere has established itself as a pioneer in autonomous transport systems. During the transaction process, existing customer contacts between the ZF Group and Sai Green Mobility were leveraged to successfully complete the deal,” says a spokesperson for ZF Friedrichshafen AG.

Michael Brecht, Project Lead at Hampleton Partners, adds: “As a specialized advisor in Autotech & Mobility Tech, we see this merger as a strong strategic fit. Sai Green Mobility not only brings the necessary industrial strength but also pursues an ambitious vision for autonomous mobility. Through large infrastructure projects, 2getthere’s vision can now reach its full potential.”

The transaction exemplifies the growing international demand for scalable autonomous mobility solutions – a field in which 2getthere, with its long-standing experience and proven systems, can set new standards. The sale not only opens new growth opportunities but also strengthens the global ecosystem for the mobility of the future.

Hampleton Partners exclusively advised the ZF Group, the sole shareholder of 2getthere. The project was led by Michael Brecht and Dr. Jan Eiben and supported by Nicholas Milligan (Vice President) and Verena Sulzbach (Associate).

The transaction highlights Hampleton’s M&A expertise in the Autotech & Mobility sector and adds to a series of more than 120 successfully completed, mostly cross-border advisory mandates. These include, among others, the sale of Bright Box to Zurich, Swedbank’s investment in Charge Amps, VI-grade’s acquisition by Spectris, and Harman/Samsung’s entry into Apostera.

Hampleton’s team supports company owners, sellers, buyers, and investors in the technology sector with valuations and planning of their own M&A or investment activities.

Current Hampleton Tech M&A Market Reports, including for the Autotech & Mobility sector, can be downloaded free of charge at the following link: https://www.hampletonpartners.com/reports/

About Hampleton Partners

Hampleton Partners advises technology company owners on M&A and growth financing transactions with strategic buyers or financial investors. Hampleton’s experienced deal makers have advised hundreds of tech industry shareholders and provide hands-on expertise and unrivalled advice to entrepreneurs looking to sell their companies, partially exit, or to accelerate growth.

With hubs in London, Frankfurt, Stockholm, San Francisco and Shanghai, Hampleton offers a global perspective with sector expertise in: Enterprise Software, Digital Commerce, IT & Business Services, Artificial Intelligence, Autotech, Cybersecurity, Fintech, Healthtech, HR Tech, and Insurtech. 

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Get in touch with Hampleton

Dr. Jan Eiben
Managing Partner
E-Mail: jan.eiben (at) hampletonpartners.com 

Michael Brecht
Sector Principal Autotech & Mobility
E-Mail: michael.brecht (at) hampletonpartners.com 

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