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Franz Haniel & Cie. is a German family equity company, wholly owned by the Haniel family, that manages a diversified portfolio of businesses and financial assets. It has been based in Duisburg-Ruhrort since its founding in 1756. Haniel bought BauWatch in 2021 and agreed in 2026 to sell it to Carlyle and CVC DIF while keeping a 10% stake.[1][2]

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Carlyle and CVC DIF / BauWatch

Carlyle and CVC DIF agreed to buy BauWatch from German family equity firm Haniel, with Haniel keeping a 10% stake, the firms announced Sept. 17, 2026.

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As of 25 Sep 2026.

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    Carlyle and CVC DIF agree to acquire BauWatch from Haniel

    CVC Capital Partners (press release) · 17 Sep 2026 · Researched 25 Sep 2026

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    Haniel: Family Equity since 1756

    Franz Haniel & Cie. · Researched 25 Sep 2026

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