Greenberg Traurig Advises CE Capital Partners on Acquisition of the Operating Business of Insolvent Karl Klink GmbH

MUNICH - Sep. 1, 2025 - Global law firm Greenberg Traurig advised CE Capital Partners GmbH on the takeover of the operational business of the insolvent Karl Klink GmbH, a tool and machine manufacturer from Niefern-Öschelbronn with over 125 years of history and specialization in the field of broaching and punching technology. On July 1, 2025, insolvency proceedings were opened against the assets of Karl Klink GmbH and Dr. Philipp Grub from the law firm Grub Brugger was appointed as insolvency administrator.

CE Capital Partners, with offices in Hamburg and Zurich, invests in medium-sized companies in German-speaking countries - particularly in special situations where rapid stabilization and sustainable further development are crucial. The investment in Karl Klink underscores the investor's goal of creating long-term prospects for companies in phases of transition.

The Greenberg Traurig team advised on all legal issues relating to the takeover of the operational business. This included, the areas of M&A, restructuring and special situations, tax, real estate, and labor law.