Verdant IMAP Advises DEKRA SE on Sale of DEKRA Automotive, Strengthening Its Position in Industrials Sector

The sale of DEKRA Automotive garnered significant interest from both private equity and strategic buyers, reflecting the strong demand for high-quality automotive testing services.

Verdant IMAP has successfully advised Germany-based DEKRA SE on the sale of DEKRA Automotive, the largest independent vehicle testing group in South Africa. DEKRA, known for its extensive network of vehicle inspection and testing stations across South Africa, specializes in legislated automotive roadworthy testing and offers additional non-regulated services, including certification, condition reports, and technical inspections.

Headquartered in Stuttgart, Germany, DEKRA SE operates in 60 countries and completed over 31 million vehicle tests in 2023. The sale of DEKRA Automotive garnered significant interest from both private equity and strategic buyers, reflecting the strong demand for high-quality automotive testing services.

This transaction underscores Verdant IMAP's expertise and prominence in the industrials sector, highlighting its capability in supporting mergers and acquisitions (M&A) exits for a diverse range of clients, including major multinationals, private equity firms, and owner-managed businesses.

Details of the transaction terms have not been disclosed.