Carlsquare advised the founder of EKB GmbH on the sale to Westbridge, a portfolio company of Permira. With this transaction, the established energy services provider in the field of energy-efficient supply concepts, contracting solutions, and the operational optimization of residential and commercial properties is joining one of the leading energy and sustainability advisors in the real estate sector. The transaction brings together the specialist expertise of both companies in the residential segment and marks a significant step forward in the ongoing development of high-performance, data-driven energy solutions for the real-estate industry.
EKB GmbH has many years of experience in energy and utility management and supports operators and real estate companies in planning, implementing, and optimizing efficient, data-driven energy solutions. The company will continue to operate from its sites in Heilbronn and Aalen with its existing team.
Westbridge is one of Europe’s leading advisors for ESG-compliant energy and sustainability management, covering energy, brokerage and real estate services across the real-estate sector. With more than 200 employees and a dynamic growth strategy in Germany and internationally, Westbridge advises its clients on energy procurement, sustainable supply, smart metering, photovoltaics, e-mobility, and operational optimization. The transaction represents another milestone in the company’s development and further strengthens its expertise in the residential sector.
“Residential real estate is one of our core growth segments. EKB adds deep expertise and perfectly complements our service offering. Together we can represent our clients’ interests in the housing sector more effectively and more efficiently.” – Yama Mahasher, CEO of Westbridge
“Our customers and employees will benefit from the acquisition. We share the same quality standards and the conviction that data-driven energy and operational solutions will shape the future of the real estate industry. Together, we can unlock this potential even further. We would like to thank Carlsquare for their trusted cooperation and professional support throughout the entire process.” – Tayfun Atesli, founder and managing director of EKB GmbH
Carlsquare acted as exclusive advisor to the founder of EKB GmbH.
