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LARK advises the majority owner of InteRes on the sale of its shares to the Juniper Group
Software conglomerate and investor Juniper Group has acquired InteRes Gesellschaft für Informationstechnologie mbH („InteRES“), a leading specialist in digital distribution for the aviation industry. Peakwork, which joined the Juniper Group in 2023, has sponsored this transaction internally.
The Juniper Group is a portfolio company of Vela Software and Constellation Software, Inc. (TSX:CSU), and is a network of travel and other companies specialising in vertical market software.
InteRES is a provider of Internet booking technology that enables travel distribution companies to deliver relevant flight content. Under the new ownership, InteRES will retain its independent brand.
Peakwork was founded in 2009 and specialises in dynamic packaging and distribution software for the travel industry.
Business Law Powerhouse LARK comprehensively advised the majority owner of InteRes, Volker Herrmann, on this transaction. The team included Dr Daniel Wied and Nino Häberlein (both Corporate/M&A), Dr Tobias Stuppi and Jakob Heimrich (both Tax). Dr. Jens Jensen from backup.legal covered the labour law aspects. Jürgen Beckers of Rechtsanwälte BDH provided IP/IT advice.
Happy Birthday, LARK!
One year ago we founded LARK - and what a remarkable journey it has been so far! We have grown at all levels with outstanding individuals who strengthen our team every day. Together, we have successfully closed many important deals and earned the trust of our valued clients. We are particularly proud that many new clients have chosen LARK for the first time.
But it's not just about achievements on paper: we have shaped a unique corporate culture defined by our LARK Values: Respect & Tolerance, Excellence and Passion. The LARK Values shape our daily interactions and the way we serve our clients.
Thank you to everyone who has been part of this journey - for your trust, support and commitment.
This is only the beginning. Here's to more success to come!
LARK advises Norrsken VC on investment in SpotmyEnergy GmbH
Norrsken VC has successfully led a EUR 10,5 million seed financing round for SpotmyEnergy GmbH. Vorwerk Ventures and existing investor Picus Capital also participated in the round.
SpotmyEnergy GmbH, a Cologne-based start-up, turns homes into virtual batteries, enabling households to actively participate in the energy market. The company‘s solution combines smart meters, energy management systems, and dynamic tariffs, enabling consumers to reduce energy consumption from the grid.
Norrsken VC is Europe’s leading early-stage impact investor. The funds managed by Norrsken VC have a total volume of EUR 435 million. Norrsken VC invests in companies that measurably and intentionally contribute to social or environmental goals.
Business Law Powerhouse LARK comprehensively advised Norrsken VC with Dr. Daniel Gubitz, Max Hentrich and Dr. Janosch Engelhardt (all Venture Capital/Corporate Law) on this transaction.
LARK welcomes Christine Schneemann!
Christine Schneemann has joined LARK as Counsel. With extensive experience in M&A, Private Equity and Corporate Law, Christine brings invaluable expertise to our team. She advises national and international investors as well as sellers/founders on acquisitions, exits and complex corporate transactions.
Prior to joining LARK, Christine honed her skills at White & Case in Frankfurt and two renowned national law firms in Munich.
We are thrilled to have Christine on board as we continue to grow.
LARK welcomes Dr. Daniel Wied!
M&A, private equity and venture capital expert Dr. Daniel Wied has joined the Business Law Powerhouse LARK. He is co-founder of the transaction boutique Momentum and joins LARK as a partner. The firm, which was founded at the beginning of 2024, is continuing to grow.
Dr. Daniel Wied has been active in the areas of M&A/private equity and venture capital for more than 15 years, often in a cross-border context. He advises international and national private equity sponsors and their portfolio companies, strategic investors and entrepreneurs. Most recently, he advised Andra Tech Group and Castik Capital on the acquisition of Innotec Zerspanungstechnik GmbH.
In the area of venture capital, Dr. Daniel Wied regularly advises institutional VC funds as well as start-ups and scale-ups, including on secondary transactions. His clients include Finconomy AG, Hi Inov and Seventure Partners.
At LARK, Dr. Daniel Wied will continue to focus on these advisory areas and further strengthen the existing successful LARK practice groups M&A, Private Equity and Venture Capital. With the addition of Dr Wied, LARK now has a total of four partners, one counsel and eleven associates in these specialist areas.
Dr Wied started his career at Kirkland & Ellis, where he worked in Munich and New York. After working for other international law firms, he was part of the founding team of the transaction boutique Momentum in 2022.
Chambers nominates LARK as 'Newcomer of the Year'
We are delighted to announce that LARK has been nominated for the Chambers Germany Awards 2025 in the category 'Newcomer of the Year' for Corporate/M&A! This nomination is a great milestone for our team and recognition of the commitment and passion we bring to our work every day.
A huge thank you to Chambers and Partners for this honour, to our clients and partners who have supported us along the way, and to our amazing team for their dedication and hard work.
The award ceremony will take place on 3 April 2025 in Berlin. Keep your fingers crossed!
LARK advises Riverside portfolio company Dastex Group on the acquisition of CRTM CleanRoomProducts
Global investment firm The Riverside Company (Riverside) has announced that an affiliated European fund has acquired CRTM CleanRoomProducts GmbH. The investment is the fourth add-on for Riverside’s portfolio company Dastex Group GmbH (Dastex).
Dastex was founded in 1979 and is one of the leading suppliers of cleanroom garments and consumables in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, with a strong foothold in the Benelux and a growing pan-European presence. Riverside added the company to its portfolio in May 2023.
CRTM CleanRoomProducts specialises in the sale and procurement of cleanroom accessories and industrial supplies, including all associated work.
Business Law Powerhouse LARK advised Dastex on this acquisition with Dr. Daniel Epe and Franziska Lang (both Private Equity/M&A) as well as Tobias Stuppi and Jakob Heimrich (both Tax). Dr. Andreas Boos of BUNTSCHECK advised on the antitrust aspects and the FDI analysis, while Ingo Sappa of Pusch Wahlig Workplace Law covered all employment law issues.
LARK promotes Nadja Crombach to Counsel
Nadja Crombach has been promoted to Counsel at LARK. In 2019, Nadja joined the stock corporation and capital markets team under the leadership of Tobias Nikoleyczik, which joined LARK in 2024. From the outset, she has made a significant impact, contributing to landmark transactions such as the public takeover of zooplus by EQT Group and Hellman & Friedman, as well as Thoma Bravo's acquisition of EQS Group.
Beyond her expertise in transactions, Nadja has become a trusted advisor to management and supervisory boards as well as international HR teams with a particular focus on executive compensation – a field in which she is already recognized as one of Germany's youngest specialists.
Her contributions extend far beyond client work. Nadja has played a vital role in shaping LARK’s future, notably establishing our pro bono practice, where she and her colleagues provide guidance on corporate and tax matters to social organizations.
We couldn’t be prouder of Nadja’s achievements and are excited to see her continue to excel in her new role as Counsel. Congratulations, Nadja!
LARK advises ABOUT YOU Group on business combination with Zalando
The e-commerce groups ABOUT YOU and Zalando want to join forces to become pioneers in European fashion and lifestyle e-commerce. To this end, Zalando intends to make a voluntary public takeover offer of EUR 6.50 per share to the shareholders of ABOUT YOU. The total transaction volume amounts to approximately EUR 1.1 billion. The takeover is expected to be closed in summer of 2025.
ABOUT YOU was founded in 2014 in Hamburg. Its main shareholders are the Otto Group, the Otto family and Heartland. Zalando was founded in 2008 and has more than 50 million active customers in 25 European countries according to its own information.
Business Law Powerhouse LARK advises ABOUT YOU on the takeover. Our partner Malte D. Krohn already advised the Company prior to the transaction. Now, he has advised the Management Board and Supervisory Board of the ABOUT YOU Group on stock corporation and capital markets law also in connection with the takeover offer.
LARK's corporate and capital markets team focuses on advising on public takeovers, capital measures, management remuneration and employee participation programs as well as restructuring measures and IPOs. The team comprises Dr Tobias Nikoleyczik, Malte D. Krohn, Nadja Crombach and Alessandra Säger.
Christin Stender christin.stender@lark.de