POELLATH advises management of IFCO Group on sale to Stonepeak

Stonepeak, a leading alternative investment firm specializing in infrastructure and real assets, has acquired an approximately 50% co-controlling stake in IFCO Group (“IFCO”), a leading global provider of reusable packaging solutions for fresh foods, from a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (“ADIA”). The transaction was carried out alongside existing majority shareholder Triton Partners, which will retain a co-controlling interest in IFCO. POELLATH provided legal and tax advice to the management of IFCO on the management participation in connection with the sale.

IFCO, based in Pullach (Germany), is a global leader in reusable packaging solutions for fresh food, helping customers engage in the circular economy across 50+ countries. With over 400 million containers in circulation, IFCO supports more than 2.5 billion shipments annually. Its reusable crates help maintain freshness, reduce costs and food waste, and minimize environmental impact compared to single-use packaging.

Stonepeak is a leading investment firm focused on infrastructure and real assets, managing around $73 billion. The firm invests in resilient businesses globally, aiming for long-term value and strong risk-adjusted returns. Stonepeak provides capital, operational support, and strategic partnership, especially in sectors like transport, digital infrastructure, energy transition, and real estate. Headquartered in New York, it has offices across key global cities.

POELLATH provided legal and tax advice to the management of IFCO Group on the management participation in connection with the sale with the following Munich team:

• Dr. Benedikt Hohaus (partner, lead, management participation, M&A/PE)
• Dr. Nico Fischer (partner, tax)
• Michael Schwarz (senior associate, tax)
• Ida Süss (associate, management participation, M&A/PE)
• Natalie Tafelski (associate, management participation, M&A/PE