Holtzbrinck Publishing Group

Overview

Holtzbrinck Publishing Group is a German media company with investments in publishing, digital media, and education sectors. Founded in 1948, the company has grown to become one of the largest media groups in Germany, with a diverse portfolio that includes renowned publishers such as Macmillan Publishers and S. Fischer Verlag. The company operates in over 120 countries and employs more than 14,000 people worldwide. Holtzbrinck's revenue exceeds €3.8 billion, reflecting its significant presence in the global media landscape. The company's investment arm, HV Capital, focuses on early-stage and growth investments within the internet and technology sectors. HV Capital has invested in numerous internet and e-commerce startups, including Zalando, Groupon, HelloFresh, and Rocket Internet. The firm offers financing and support to startups, with investments ranging from €0.5 to €60 million, assisting through all growth phases. HV Capital primarily serves the technology and internet startup ecosystem. Holtzbrinck's investment strategy emphasizes a global approach, backing convincing business models with their experience, network, and background to achieve the next level of growth. The company is committed to reducing its environmental footprint, aiming to cut greenhouse gas emissions from its operations and value chain by 90% in line with the Paris Agreement. Holtzbrinck's largest business, Springer Nature, is leading the way with ambitious, science-based climate targets, aiming to achieve net-zero emissions by 2040.