Automotive & Truck

Utilizing our globally connected network of industry professionals to help clients achieve outstanding outcomes both today, and down the road.

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>120
Automotive & Truck transactions since 2010
70%
of Automotive & Truck acquirers are strategics

Driving Connections Across Borders

Our automotive and truck professionals are active in all of the major automotive regions around the world. Staying connected with each other, we are able to utilize a wealth of knowledge from all of these geographies and tap into a wide range of industry leaders to drive the best outcomes for our clients.

Sector Focus

Vehicle Systems

We understand the importance of each system’s individual function and the value it brings to the whole

Materials

We have seasoned professionals with expertise across the spectrum of automotive materials businesses.

Aftermarket

Our professionals stay up-to-speed with the latest consumer and product trends in the automotive and truck sector.

Specialty Vehicles

We provide our clients with the customized and innovative solutions required to meet their unique goals.

Capital Equipment

We support clients in meeting their larger business and production objectives through durable equipment investments.

Engineering & Software

We are at the intersection of technology and machinery in order to connect our clients to the insights that drive their business forward.

This very competitive process allowed the Group to select the most adequate acquirer that will implement an ambitious offering and industrial project for this heavy-duty truck business, supported by a very complementary product portfolio and multiple synergy opportunities.

Recent Transactions

Kissling TE Connectivity 2019

Lincoln International advises on the sale of e-mobility enabler Kissling Elektrotechnik to TE Connectivity

Automotive & Truck

Lincoln International is pleased to announce the sale of Sinterwerke, a manufacturer of power metals parts to the automotive & truck industry, to Sumitomo Electric Industries of Japan

Automotive & Truck

CEI Equipment has been sold to Kentucky Trailer, a portfolio company of Alleghany Capital

Lincoln is pleased to announce that CEI Equipment has been sold to R.C. Tway Company (dba Kentucky Trailer), a portfolio company of Alleghany Capital

Automotive & Truck

Guardian Industries has sold Custom Glass Solutions to Stellex Capital Management

Lincoln International is pleased to announce that Guardian Industries Resources, LLC, a subsidiary of Koch Industries, Inc., has divested its indirect subsidiary Custom Glass Solutions to Stellex Capital Management

Automotive & Truck

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Meet our Senior Team with Automotive & Truck Expertise

Building long-term relationships is key for me personally – I want to be the advisor of trust for my clients.

Michael Drill

Managing Director | CEO Germany

Frankfurt

Creating an atmosphere and sharing sector knowledge and expertise while providing access to international, strategic players for my clients is my day-to-day objective.

Géraud Estrangin

Managing Director

Paris

The ability to position clients so they can realize value and achieve their goals is what inspires me.

Phillip McCreanor

Managing Director | Head of Investment Banking, UK & Nordics

London

We provide deep industry knowledge, a thoughtful approach on how to position a business, and leverage our extensive relationships in the industry to create value for our clients.

Robert Satow

Managing Director

New York

My endeavor is to build trust with clients through providing reasonable and a fair view at critical junctures of the transaction.

Preet Singh

Managing Director

Mumbai

Incredible change sweeping through the automotive industry creates challenging and stimulating opportunities. It’s deeply satisfying to provide counsel within this sector to achieve success.

Patrick von Herz

Managing Director

Frankfurt

My goal is to build a relationship of mutual trust with clients. I believe it’s critical to listen, challenge, provide solutions and advise while remaining true to Lincoln’s values.

Amélie Aurel

Director

Paris

I enjoy helping corporates, business owners and financial sponsors in the automotive industry enhance value and maximize options in challenging situations and a rapidly changing market.

Joerg Brunner

Director

Frankfurt

I enjoy the opportunity to interact with interesting and diverse clients and work tirelessly to achieve optimal results.

Matthew Buck

Director

London

As a former entrepreneur, I have a keen sense of shareholders’ and managers’ stakes in M&A processes, which I use to build mutual trust, challenge ideas and be a partner committed to results.

Arnaud Dudognon

Director

Paris

I am driven by the opportunity to partner with business owners, guiding them through strategic alternatives, in order to achieve their financial goals.

Adam Gifford

Director

Chicago

I provide clients with reliable and specialized expertise to guide them to successful outcomes.

Michele Nataloni

Director

Milan

Global Leaders for Automotive & Truck Industry Connections

Coaching highly motivated, gifted and dedicated individuals to provide exceptional outcomes for our clients and contribute to the growth and success of Lincoln International is what drives me each day.

Robert Barr

Global Co-CEO | Managing Director

Chicago

I am enthusiastic about creating sustainable growth and the highest value for our clients, and strive to leave a positive footprint beyond any successful M&A transaction.

Friedrich Bieselt

Managing Director | CFO Germany

Frankfurt

I enjoy leading clients and realizing their objectives, while structuring solutions to issues that are both intriguing and challenging.

Øyvind Bjordal

Managing Director | Head of Switzerland

Zurich

My goal is to inspire and motivate our people to make a true impact with their clients, their colleagues and their communities.

Robert Brown

Managing Director | CEO North America

Chicago

Building long-term relationships is key for me personally – I want to be the advisor of trust for my clients.

Michael Drill

Managing Director | CEO Germany

Frankfurt

I form close relationships with my clients to understand their needs and ultimately help them achieve their strategic goals.

James Fang

Managing Director | CEO China

Beijing

I strive to be professional, honest and hard-working. By helping clients execute strategic M&A transactions, I am contributing to making the world better.

Tetsuya Fujii

Managing Director | CEO Japan

Tokyo

I have been fortunate in my career to come across a great number of remarkable and truly inspiring individuals, both as business partners and colleagues. This, for me, is the greatest reward.

John Hamilton

Managing Director

Stockholm

To play a role in defining the new economic reality of Russia and helping to develop the financing infrastructure of the Russian economy is what moves me.

Andrei Joosten

Managing Director | CEO Russia & CIS

Moscow

I enjoy the opportunity to provide clients with insightful and unbiased advice that will help them make the most informed decisions possible.

Ron Kahn

Managing Director

Chicago

I am inspired by working with clients who are talented, entrepreneurial and ethical to achieve their goals, and alongside colleagues who are passionate about building the best mid-market investment banking advisory firm.

Lawrence (Jim) Lawson

Chairman | Global Co-CEO | Managing Director

Chicago

My approach to navigating clients toward success is to listen and deeply understand their needs and objectives, and provide tailored solutions to achieve their goals.

Dominique Lecendreux

Managing Director | CEO France

Paris