bm-t Beteiligungsmanagement Thüringen GmbH

Overview

bm-t Beteiligungsmanagement Thüringen GmbH, established in 2003, is a regional private equity and venture capital firm based in Erfurt, Germany. As the investment company of the Free State of Thuringia, it manages ten investment funds with a total volume of approximately €445 million. The firm focuses on investing in innovative and growth-oriented companies with strong future potential across all sectors and corporate lifecycle phases. bm-t's investment approach is stage-agnostic, providing support from early-seed funding for promising startups to growth capital for established mid-sized enterprises. This strategy allows the firm to assist Thuringian businesses throughout their entire development cycle, offering not only financial resources but also strategic guidance and access to an extensive network of industry partners. The firm's investment focus encompasses several key sectors that align with Thuringia's industrial strengths, including advanced manufacturing, optics and photonics, medical technology, and digital innovation. By concentrating on these regional specialties, bm-t has helped nurture clusters of expertise that enhance Thuringia's competitive position in the global marketplace. The company's investment philosophy emphasizes sustainable growth, technological advancement, and job creation within the region, reflecting its dual mandate of generating financial returns while supporting economic development.

Investment Focus

• Companies based in Thuringia or incorporated in Germany
• Equity participation ranging from €100,000 to €10,000,000
• Mezzanine financing between €100,000 and €5,000,000
• Preference for minority or majority stakes
• Active roles on advisory or supervisory boards of portfolio companies

Portfolio Companies