MBA Capital facilitated the sale of HELIT, a German office supplies business unit of MAPED, to T3L Group, enhancing T3L's market position in the DACH region.

Target Information: HELIT, a MAPED Business Unit

HELIT, located in Marienheide, Germany, is a renowned player in the office supplies industry. Acquired by MAPED in 2006, the company specializes in the design, manufacturing, and distribution of a diverse range of office supplies, including sorting and storage items as well as display products. HELIT, together with its associated brand ZWINGO, has established a solid market presence within the DACH region (Germany, Austria, and Switzerland), distributing products through major retail chains and online distributors.

With a dedicated team of nine employees, HELIT reported a revenue of approximately €7 million in 2024. This business unit is now being divested by MAPED, as part of a strategic refocusing effort after the company transitioned to a purpose-driven organization in 2022.

Industry Overview in Germany

The office supplies market in Germany is a mature and competitive sector featuring a wide array of players, from large international manufacturers to small niche supplier