
Waterland buys Hansefit
Waterland has acquired a stake in Bremen-based corporate fitness network Hansefit from co-owner Stefan Runge.
Founder and co-owner Jens Pracht will remain in his role as CEO and said Waterland's investment will propel the company into a new stage of development.
Waterland will invest in expanding the company's service portfolio and digitalising its services.
The GP is currently investing from Waterland VII, a €2bn fund that held a final close in August 2017.
Company
Hansefit is a corporate fitness network based in Bremen. It offers its members access to affiliated gyms, swimming pools, wellness services and physiotherapy practices. It has 1,500 affiliated partners and 1,300 corporate customers.
People
Waterland Private Equity – Gregor Hengst (principal).
Hansefit – Jens Pracht (CEO).
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