Eight Advisory supported Possehl Group on its acquisition of SubCtech GmbH

Possehl Group, founded in Lübeck, Germany, is a diversified industrial group comprising a wide range of companies across multiple sectors. With more than 13,500 employees in over 30 countries, the group combines a long-standing tradition with a focus on sustainable, future-oriented growth.  Strategic acquisitions form a central part of Possehl’s approach to broadening its portfolio and reinforcing its expertise on an international scale. 

SubCtech GmbH,  headquartered in Kiel, is an internationally recognised provider of high-tech systems for maritime applications, particularly in subsea power supply and ocean monitoring. Its technologies are widely used in renewable energy, offshore industries, and climate research, where reliability and efficiency are essential.  

The acquisition was carried out through Gabler Maschinenbau GmbH, a long-established maritime technology leader in submarine and special-purpose machinery. With SubCtech becoming part of the Gabler Ocean Group, alongside Develogic GmbH and north.io GmbH, the transaction represents a strategic move to create a powerful alliance in ocean technology and further strengthens Northern Germany’s role as a hub for maritime innovation. The integration gives Gabler access to advanced solutions for the fast-growing market of underwater vehicles, offshore renewable and oil & gas battery systems, as well as ocean monitoring. SubCtech, in turn, will benefit from Gabler’s strong sales network and maritime footprint, while joint projects and resource sharing are expected to significantly enhance the competitiveness of both companies. 

“With the acquisition of SubCtech, we continue our clear approach in forming a powerful alliance in the maritime technology sector,” said David Schirm, CEO of Gabler Maschinenbau GmbH. “Our customers can look forward to an expanded product portfolio and even more advanced technological solutions.

The acquisition aims to combine SubCtech’s technological excellence with Gabler’s decades of market experience and the industrial strength of Possehl Group, enabling all parties to unlock new growth opportunities, strengthen their international market position, and contribute to the global energy transition. 

Eight Advisory team members supporting this transaction:  

• Financial due diligence: Kay Wüste (Partner), Jan-Christopher Trost (Senior), Hugo Bauer (Analyst)