Goodwin has advised KKA Partners ("KKA") on the comprehensive expansion of the financing structure for Mühldorfer Group, a portfolio company of KKA Partners. The transaction was completed in April 2026.
Since its founding in 1994 by Klaus Mittermeier, the Mühldorfer Group has been dedicated to developing and manufacturing optimally balanced animal nutrition and care products, drawing on its expertise and many years of experience. Today, the Mühldorfer Group brings together strong brands and expertise under one roof, including companies such as Mühldorfer Nutrition, Vilstalmühle, Dr. Clauder, GEVO, Mühldorfer Iberia, and Herrmann, all of which are proven specialists in their respective fields. As one of Europe's leading innovators in the fields of animal nutrition and health, the Mühldorfer Group is continuously expanding its market position with a clear growth strategy across its eight production sites in Germany and Spain. The Mühldorfer Group's core competencies lie in the customized development of ideas, products, and services – tailored and sustainable as a strategic partner for both national and international clients.
KKA was founded in 2018 and is a Berlin-based private equity firm that invests in leading small- and medium-sized enterprises in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. It invests in established, profitable, and growing niche champions through its strong access to the DACH SME market. KKA supports its portfolio companies in realizing their full potential by combining traditional and technology-based value-enhancement strategies.
The Goodwin team was led by Winfried Carli and Daniel Wagner and included Anna Zoth, Philipp Lehle, and Philipp Lauer.