Industrials
Our team completes more engagements than any other mid-market focused investment banking advisory firm and brings deep subsector expertise to bear for our global clients.
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industrials transactions since 2010
70+
globally connected industrials senior professionals
20+
offices in 16 major global economies
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#1
ranked industrials investment bank globally and in North America
Advanced Expertise Drives Results
Since our firm’s inception, we have excelled at providing our industrials clients with the highest level of attention and service. We continue to make our clients’ goals and priorities the key objective of each transaction. Today, we are the most active mid-market advisory firm in the industrials sector globally. We know the challenges and opportunities each transaction can bring and have developed the necessary relationships, sector-specific expertise and tools to help our clients reach excellent outcomes and exceed their expectations.
Lincoln’s highly dedicated team provided invaluable guidance in the careful planning and execution of our process. Their understanding of the complexities of our industry, paired with access to the relevant buyer universe, drove an outstanding result.
Perspectives & Publications

Chemicals Quarterly Review Q3 2020
During Q3 2020, the Lincoln International chemicals & materials indexes and S&P 500 continued to show positive signs when compared to earlier in 2020. The recovery largely reflects greater optimism in the […]

Digital Strategy: The Next Tool in UK Building Products Distribution
On November 5, the UK entered a new lockdown. Effective until December 2, pubs, restaurants, non-essential shops, and entertainment venues are closed—and there are steep fines for those that do not comply. […]

As the Auto Industry Navigates the Pandemic, How Quickly will M&A Rev Up?
The automotive industry is once again showing its resilience as it navigates the impacts of the COVID-19 crisis. Second quarter earnings from the publicly traded automotive supplier set were generally more positive […]

Packaging Quarterly Review Q3 2020
Since Q1 2020, the Coronavirus pandemic (“COVID-19”) has had a widespread impact on the global economy and slowed down mergers and acquisitions (M&A) activity in the middle market. However, across the globe, […]
Recent Transactions In Industrials
Meet Our Senior Team with Industrials Expertise

I focus on creating value and establishing long-term relationships with my clients.
Björn Åkerlund
Managing Director
Stockholm
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
FrankfurtGlobal Leaders for Industrials Industry Connections

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
I am delighted to be part of the tremendous growth story and outstanding partnership culture at Lincoln International and to contribute my network and experience to the success of the firm and its clients.
Alexander Doll
Chairman of the Supervisory Board, Lincoln International AG
Frankfurt
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
My approach to building a relationship with each and every client begins and ends with trust. I want to be viewed as a true advisor, focused on our client’s long-term success.
Eric Malchow
Managing Director | President North America
Chicago