Groupe Baelen
Overview
Groupe Baelen is a family office specializing in the acquisition and management of small and mid-sized enterprises (SMEs) and intermediate-sized companies (ETIs) in France and Germany. The firm focuses on sectors such as environmental services, machinery, industrial supplies, software, and technology, aiming to foster long-term growth and value creation. Established in 2003, Groupe Baelen has a track record of over 70 acquisitions across 12 diversified industries. Notable investments include the acquisition of APA-Tec GmbH, a German automation and packaging technology company, in September 2023, marking the firm's entry into the German market. Additionally, in July 2025, Groupe Baelen partnered with Perwyn, a European private equity investor, to support the growth of SoftNext, a French software company. The firm's investment strategy emphasizes independence, a long-term perspective, and strong entrepreneurship. Groupe Baelen actively supports its portfolio companies through disciplined capital allocation and strategic guidance, aiming to drive sustainable growth and value creation over time.
Investment Focus
- Focus on small and mid-sized enterprises
- Interest in environmental, machinery, industrial supplies, software, and technology sectors
- Preference for long-term value creation
Portfolio Companies
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What sectors does Groupe Baelen invest in?
Groupe Baelen invests in Technology, Software, Environmental, Machinery and Industrial Supplies, and is based in Île-De-France, France. Groupe Baelen is listed as a family office in the ConnectSafely investor database.
What stage does Groupe Baelen invest at?
Groupe Baelen backs companies at Early Stage, Growth and Buyout, writing cheques of 1M - 50M.
Which regions does Groupe Baelen invest in?
Groupe Baelen invests across Germany and France.
What companies has Groupe Baelen invested in?
Groupe Baelen's portfolio includes APA-Tec GmbH and SoftNext.
How do I contact Groupe Baelen?
Groupe Baelen's contact details — including LinkedIn — are listed in the ConnectSafely investor database, along with its website and the LinkedIn profiles of the team.
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