Effective 24 September 2025, CAPCELLENCE is entering into a strategic partnership with the AUTOLIFT Group and is acquiring a majority stake in the company.
Family entrepreneur and Managing Director Johannes Nestel-Eichhausen remains significantly invested and continues to lead the company.
Johannes Nestel-Eichhausen, CEO of the AUTOLIFT Group:
“Over the past years we have succeeded in developing AUTOLIFT from a niche supplier into an internationally recognised manufacturer of lifting systems. I am very proud of that. Together with CAPCELLENCE we want to take the next steps in our growth – in particular by expanding our international presence and further developing our product and service offering. Our ambition remains to provide our customers worldwide with reliable and safe solutions.”
Hauke Heinbockel, Managing Partner of CAPCELLENCE:
“AUTOLIFT has developed into a leading provider of lifting systems for rail vehicles – with clear technological expertise, a strong international presence and high growth. Together with the management team we will drive expansion in existing and new markets, strengthen the service business and support the company on its successful course over the long term.”
About CAPCELLENCE
CAPCELLENCE is an independent investment company focusing on mid-sized companies in the DACH region. CAPCELLENCE takes a long-term approach and supports its portfolio companies in becoming faster, better and more successful. CAPCELLENCE invests up to €20 million of equity per transaction. With holdings such as NARR Isoliersysteme, THE Machines and now AUTOLIFT CAPCELLENCE is building a strong, diversified portfolio step by step – with a clear focus on sustainable growth and operational excellence.
