Bregal Unternehmerkapital (BU), a leading investment firm, has recently acquired a majority stake in Billbee GmbH. This marks a significant move for BU in the e-commerce software market, as Billbee is a prominent provider of SaaS solutions for small retailers in the DACH region. This strategic investment indicates BU’s growing interest in the burgeoning e-commerce sector.
About Bregal Unternehmerkapital
BU, established in 2015, operates from offices in Zug, Munich, and Milan. It focuses on investing in mid-sized companies across Germany, Austria, Switzerland, and Northern Italy. To date, BU has invested over €2.7 billion in more than 100 companies. These companies collectively employ over 20,000 individuals. BU aims to partner with market leaders and “hidden champions,” assisting in their growth, internationalization, and digitization.
Billbee’s growth trajectory
Founded in 2015, Billbee has rapidly grown and now employs nearly 50 people. Based in Twistetal, it serves approximately 20,000 e-commerce retailers throughout the DACH region. The company offers a comprehensive range of services for small online businesses. Its cloud platform enables rapid scaling, offering features like order fulfilment, item management, and invoicing.
Expansion plans and product offering
Billbee’s growth strategy, supported by BU, includes organic growth and acquisitions. A recent acquisition in the UK has expanded its product range and market reach. This acquisition is part of Billbee’s plan to grow geographically and product-wise. Jan Krause, Billbee’s founder, retains a stake in the company.
David Pohlmann, managing director, expressed pride in Billbee’s evolution from a simple idea to a platform supporting thousands of e-commerce businesses.
Future outlook
Billbee is poised to become a core part of an e-commerce software group. The group aims to acquire complementary businesses, offering complete software solutions for e-commerce retailers. BU plans to leverage its buy-and-build experience to enhance Billbee’s growth in the European e-commerce software landscape. This partnership underscores the rising demand for cloud-based software solutions in e-commerce, especially for small and micro retailers. With BU’s support, Billbee is set to expand its global reach.
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