Future of Stöger Automation Secured – Baker Tilly Structures Investor Process

Baker Tilly developed a sustainable continuation solution for Stöger Automation, a specialist in fastening technology automation, through an internationally focused investor process.

Stöger Automation is a mechanical engineering company specializing in screwdriving and assembly technology, with a strong focus on application solutions for industrial mass production, particularly within the automotive industry. Thanks to its patented technology, the company counts numerous renowned automotive manufacturers among its customers. Prior to the transaction, the family-owned business, headquartered in Königsdorf, Bavaria, employed approximately 130 people.

In September 2025, Stöger Automation was forced to file for insolvency due to the ongoing crisis in the automotive industry and the particularly challenging conditions facing the mechanical engineering sector. Despite these circumstances, the company’s cutting-edge technology quickly attracted interest from potential investors in the United States, China, and Germany.

Following a highly competitive investor process, the owner-managed Böllhoff Group, headquartered in Bielefeld and employing more than 3,300 people across 26 countries, emerged as the strongest bidder. The Königsdorf site will continue operations under the new name Böllhoff Stöger Schraubtechnik GmbH.

“Böllhoff distinguished itself through its understanding of the requirements and structures of a Bavarian family business and, above all, through the capabilities of a strong international market player,” said Dr. Andreas Fröhlich, Partner and Head of Corporate Finance at Baker Tilly, highlighting the strengths of the investor.

As a result, all remaining employees can look forward to the continuation of the business with a strong strategic partner by its side.

“We intend to leverage Böllhoff’s expertise in fastening and assembly technology, as well as its international reach, to return Stöger to a sustainable growth trajectory,” added Dr. Ralf Adenstedt, Managing Director of the Systems Technology Business Unit at the Böllhoff Group.

On behalf of Baker Tilly, the investor process was led by Dr. Andreas Fröhlich and Director Paul Margolin, while the negotiation of the transaction agreements was overseen by Legal Partner Stephan Zuber with support from Till Werner.