Loy & Co. advised the CERTANIA Group on the acquisition of its shares in Institut Dr. Nuss.
The Transaction
The shareholder of Institut Dr. Nuss GmbH & Co. KG sold its shares to the CERTANIA Group on September 25, 2024.
The Companies
Institut Dr. Nuss
Founded in 1976 and headquartered in Bad Kissingen, Franconia, the Institut Dr. Nuss has established itself as a leading provider of environmental analysis. The institute uses state-of-the-art technology in its laboratories to analyze a wide variety of matrices for pollutants and ingredients relevant to the environment and health. Together with its broad customer base, including medium-sized European companies, public institutions, and private individuals, the company ensures operational stability and long-term growth.
CERTANIA
CERTANIA, a Greenpeak portfolio company, is a dynamic group of companies specializing in testing, inspection, and certification services. By joining CERTANIA, the Dr. Nuss Institute gains access to a robust platform that allows it to further expand its service offerings, particularly in the growing food and environmental sector. The partnership enables the institute to meet the increasing demand for environmental analysis driven by strict European regulations such as the Drinking Water Directive. The CERTANIA Group of companies offers medium-sized, knowledge-based companies a platform to thrive under one roof, maintaining entrepreneurial freedom, and benefiting from the resources and support of the group.
