Ank-Kaiser Sanitätshaus, an investment of Beyond Capital Partners, acquires Sanitätshaus blu
September 2025 Frankfurt am Main
Beyond Capital Partners Fund II, a fund advised by Beyond Capital Partners GmbH, has acquired 100% of the shares in Fellbach near Stuttgart based Sanitätshaus blu GmbH (‘blu’), via its portfolio investment Ank-Kaiser Sanitätshaus GmbH (‘Ank-Kaiser’). Ank-Kaiser, one of the leading medical supply groups in Germany, is continuing its growth strategy with this acquisition. The closing took place in September 2025.
The medical supply store chain blu was founded in 2011 and now has 13 branches in Baden-Württemberg and Rhineland-Pfalz, with a further two branches opening in the coming weeks in the Stuttgart area. blu is an innovative full-service provider of medical aids and offers a wide range of expertise in medical products, orthopaedic technology, orthopaedic shoe technology, custom-made products, rehabilitation technology, orthotics/prosthetics, compression therapy and practice supplies. All branches are 100% run by orthopaedic specialists qualified to Master’s level and are DGP prequalified (German society for prequalification). The introduction and maintenance of a quality management system in accordance with DIN EN ISO 13485 establishes high standards in all processes.
Dr. Denise Brady and Joachim Hackl, Managing Directors of Sanitätshaus blu: “We are very happy to join the Ank-Kaiser Group and are looking forward to continuing our roles as Managing Directors of blu. We bring almost 15 years’ experience of building a successful medical store chain in this industry in addition to a wealth of experience previously in the medical and other industries. Part of our success with blu has also been down to development in innovative medical supply products together with our suppliers and a highly qualified skilled workforce driving this innovation. Furthermore, we place great emphasis on efficient processes that represent the best industry standard which strengthens our continued growth. We also value supporting regional sports initiatives and public health projects – this commitment is part of our philosophy to promote health in all age groups in our community.”
“Sanitätshaus blu stands for excellence in healthcare, offering professional service in its branches as well as home and hospital visits and high-quality medical aids. We are delighted that blu will further strengthen our presence and portfolio in Baden-Württemberg”, says Simon W. Geib, Managing Director of Ank-Kaiser.
“The demand for medical aids is growing steadily due to demographic factors – not only because of the ageing population. The trend towards well-being and improved medical rehabilitation and treatment options are growth drivers for the entire Ank-Kaiser Group. The acquisition of blu continues the buy-and-build strategy. In less than three years, the group has not only more than tripled the number of locations nationwide to 44, but has also increased its turnover in line with this growth”, says Christoph D. Kauter, Managing Partner and founder of Beyond Capital Partners.
About Sanitätshaus blu: Sanitätshaus blu is an innovative full-service provider of medical aids with 13 branches in Baden-Württemberg and Rhineland-Palatinate. The master craftsmen at Sanitätshaus blu offer comprehensive, top-quality service, high-quality products and a complex quality management system.
https://www.saniblu.de
About Ank-Kaiser Sanitätshaus: Ank-Kaiser Sanitätshaus is the leading medical supply group in Rhineland-Palatinate, focusing on medical supply and rehabilitation technology solutions for its customers. The Ank-Kaiser Group has expanded over the past decades and now has 44 locations in Germany, offering comprehensive medical care as a full-range provider.
https://www.ank-sanitaetshaus.de/en
About Beyond Capital Partners: Beyond Capital Partners is an investment company advising its funds on the acquisition of majority shareholdings in profitable Mittelstand companies in the DACH region with a focus on asset-light business models in the areas of B2B services, IT services, software, healthcare & well-being, lifestyle and entertainment. This operation benefits from support from the European Union under the InvestEU Fund.
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