The complete integration of tcam GmbH into Novia Group as the future novia Engineering GmbH took place on 1 January 2025. This move allows Novia Group to expand its portfolio and strengthen its position as a leading provider in the global sourcing sector.
The acquisition enables Novia Group to secure extensive expertise in optimising manufacturing processes and developing efficient production methods. In addition, the acquisition provides the Group with a strong network of European supply chains and manufacturing partners, which is an important step in diversifying and minimising the risk of global supply chains.
With offices in Germany, Switzerland and Asia, Novia Group is a reliable partner for customers in industries such as medical technology, industry, mobility, solar, plumbing and lighting. The acquisition of tcam GmbH is a further milestone in the implementation of the Novia Group's buy & build strategy and underlines its commitment to achieving sustainable growth through targeted acquisitions.
The Reed Smith team, led by Dr. Nikolaus von Jacobs and Matthias Weingut, provided comprehensive advice to Family Trust Investor FTI GmbH and the Novia Group on the due diligence process and assisted them in contract negotiations and documentation.
The advisory team also included Nina Siewert (tax, Frankfurt), Elisa Saier (employment, Munich), Tim Sauerhammer (entertainment & media, Munich), Dr. Germar Enders (corporate, Munich), Robert Werzlau (corporate, Munich) and Christian Schnurrer (employment, Munich).
Dr Nikolaus von Jacobs commented on the transaction: “We are very pleased to have once again advised Family Trust Investor FTI GmbH on an important transaction. We would like to thank all parties involved for the reliable and productive cooperation, having already supported FTI on past deals.”
About Family Trust Investor FTI GmbH
Family Trust is an investment company managed by entrepreneurs. In addition to the founders' own significant resources, Family Trust invests the assets of institutional investors, family offices, wealthy entrepreneurial families, and private individuals in successful medium-sized companies in German-speaking countries.
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