We acquire companies so they become an integrated part of our organization, operations and brands. Our focus is long‑term collaboration, strengthening local businesses and developing the group together.
Becoming part of Cibes Lift Group means joining an established organization with shared operations and ways of working.
At the same time, local companies remain close to their customers, markets and teams, continuing to build on their local knowledge and strengths as part of the group.
We look for well‑established, entrepreneur‑led companies with strong customer relationships and operational capabilities.
The businesses we acquire are typically rooted in their local markets, with installation, service and sales as core strengths.
Cultural fit, professionalism and a shared long‑term mindset are key factors in every acquisition.
As part of Cibes Lift Group, companies gain access to shared operations, systems and ways of working across the group.
Local presence, brands and market knowledge remain central, while collaboration across the group supports long-term development for both the business and its people.
Our process is designed to ensure a smooth transition into the group – from first dialogue to becoming part of Cibes Lift Group’s operations and ways of working.
This step is all about getting to know each other – we want to know who you are and you want to know who we are. In our first meeting, we want to understand you, your business model, and your culture better. This step typically also includes a site visit where we visit you to learn more about your daily operations.
This step is all about getting to know each other – we want to know who you are and you want to know who we are. In our first meeting, we want to understand you, your business model, and your culture better. This step typically also includes a site visit where we visit you to learn more about your daily operations.
Signs of commitment during step 1:
Timeframe: ~3 – 6 months
In this step, we conduct comprehensive analyses, typically involving due diligence by third-party advisors, identification of key risks along with their mitigations, and identification of areas for improvement.
Signs of commitment during step 2:
Timeframe: ~3 – 6 months
Once signing and closing is completed, Cibes Lift Group initiates the integration process. Our main priority is ensuring a smooth transition to ensure that acquired companies are welcomed in to the Group as quickly as possible.
Timeframe: ~3 months
Is selling my business to Cibes Lift Group about a full exit?
Acquisitions are about becoming part of Cibes Lift Group and continuing to develop the business together. Each situation is unique and structured to support long‑term collaboration.
Do founders and management teams stay on after an acquisition?
This varies depending on the situation, but continuity in leadership and local expertise is often an important part of building the business together as part of the group.
Will we lose our local identity or brand?
No. Local companies remain close to their customers, markets and teams. Integration into Cibes Lift Group through acquisition focuses on collaboration and shared ways of working, while respecting local identity and strengths.
What type companies are Cibes Lift Group looking to acquire?
Cibes Lift Group is looking to acquire companies with a strong local presence that enables synergies for organic growth. Primarily, we look for elevator and lift companies that are in the business of sales, installation, maintenance, and repairs.
Preferred traits include:
Most importantly, we only acquire companies that see value in becoming part of a larger Group.
If you are a business owner exploring the next step for your company as part of a larger group, we welcome an informal and confidential conversation.
