"An anchor is a device used to secure a ship to the bottom of the sea to prevent it from being swept away by wind, currents, waves or other forces."

Our ambition is to be the strong anchor of the company in turbulent times. We do not see ourselves as a traditional financial sponsor. However, we are guided by our entrepreneurial responsibility. While success is the driving force of our endeavors, we do not pursue it at any cost, and certainly not by any means.

For us, companies are not projects, but living organizations; we love entrepreneurs and doers, not "managers". That's why we want to do everything we can to make our companies "better" and give them a strong future - even in difficult times.
Just as the anchor keeps the ship from drifting in rough seas, we give our portfolio companies the support they need to achieve strategic goals in the long run and fully exploit their growth potential.

For us, this is primarily about mutual trust, open and direct communication (also of problems) and acting with a long-term focus. This is the only way to weather the stormy tides together and head for a safe harbor. Headwinds are a given on such a journey. As experienced entrepreneurs and ferrymen, we never lose faith and always keep a firm grip on the steering wheel.

Following the old hanseatic merchant tradition - for us a handshake still counts.