Franz Haniel & Cie
PE
1756
$6 000 M
Duisburg, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
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Profile
Franz Haniel & Cie GmbH, commonly known as Haniel, is a historic family-owned holding company based in Duisburg-Ruhrort, Germany. Founded in 1756, it is one of Europe's largest privately owned family businesses. Haniel manages a diversified portfolio of independent companies, emphasizing sustainable, long-term value growth through a long-term investment strategy.
The company's portfolio spans various industries, including business services, manufacturing, environmental services, healthcare, and education. Haniel holds majority stakes in companies that provide hygiene solutions, packaging machinery, and B2B distribution services. It also engages in pharmaceutical wholesale, recycling, and early-childhood education. With a focus on innovation, Haniel invests in cleantech startups and other forward-thinking enterprises. The company generated sales of approximately €3.8 billion in 2015 and employs over 12,900 people, serving a broad customer base across Germany, Europe, and beyond.
