About Dr. Christian Wältermann
Dr. Christian Wältermann is Managing Director at Fortlane Partners' Munich office and heads the Mobility & Infrastructure Practice.
Dr. Wältermann advises management teams and financial investors on issues regarding mobility and complex infrastructure. In addition to strategic and transaction-related topics, he focuses, e.g., on AI-based digitalization of operational processes and supports clients in successfully participating in large tenders.
Before joining Fortlane Partners, Dr. Wältermann was a researcher at Mannheim University, where he received his PhD at the Graduate School of Economics and Social Sciences in the fields of economic policy and applied statistical methods. Besides graduating in economics at Mannheim University with stations at MIT and Harvard, he graduated in philosophy at the Ruprecht-Karls-University of Heidelberg.
Dr. Christian Wältermann
Strategy and Growth, Bid and Tender Management, Mobility, Transportation, and Infrastructure, Energy and Utilities, Public Sector
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Fortlane Partners advised Orlando Capital with a Commercial Due Diligence on the acquisition of Trans Europa Express Holding AG (TEX)
Funds managed by Orlando Capital GmbH have acquired Trans Europa Express Holding AG (TEX), a leading independent European provider of rail infrastructure and railway services, from Ufenau IV German Asset Light, SLP, a fund exclusively advised by Ufenau Capital Partners AG.Fortlane Partners advised Orlando Capital with a Commercial Due Diligence on the acquisition of TEX, covering an assessment of the business model, market dynamics, competitive positioning, and the business plan.This project reflects Fortlane Partners' deep sector expertise and extensive experience in Mobility, Transportation, Rail and Infrastructure, providing an in-depth understanding of the European rail services industry.About Trans Europa Express Holding AG (TEX)Headquartered in Freienbach, Switzerland, TEX has established itself over recent years as a market-leading independent European platform for rail infrastructure and railway services. Today, the company operates across Germany, Switzerland, Austria, the Netherlands, and Belgium, supporting leading infrastructure operators, passenger and freight rail companies, as well as industrial clients with a comprehensive service portfolio spanning the entire rail value chain.A particular focus lies on the continued expansion of the rail infrastructure services segment, where TEX has built a leading market position in signaling and safety systems as well as other specialized rail infrastructure services over many years. The company benefits from long-term structural growth drivers and is ideally positioned to capitalize on these developments through its strong technical expertise, long-standing customer relationships, and existing framework agreements.In addition to the infrastructure segment, TEX’s operating and training business represents another key pillar of the Group. TEX provides cross-border railway operations services as well as unique international training and qualification programs for rail professionals. With one of the largest independent train drivers platforms in the German-speaking region, the company is exceptionally well positioned to benefit from increasing demand for skilled labor and the growing internationalization of European rail transport.About Orlando Capital GmbHOrlando Capital is a private equity firm with over 25 years of experience in the investment business. The company specializes in corporate acquisitions in complex situations and supports mid-market companies in the German-speaking and Nordic regions. With more than 85 completed transactions, Orlando has profound expertise in the strategic and operational development of portfolio companies.About Fortlane PartnersFortlane Partners is a leading European advisory firm specializing in strategy, M&A, and transformation. With an integrated advisory approach, Fortlane Partners combines management consulting and corporate finance expertise to help businesses successfully shape their future.
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Fortlane Partners advised funds advised by DBAG
Fortlane Partners advised funds advised by DBAG on the sale of duagon Holding AG with a Commercial Vendor Due Diligence
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Challenges and opportunities facing the operational digitization of rail
Operational digitization of the rail system offers substantial potential to increase efficiency and resilience – this is common sense. Yet, although rail players across the value chain are ramping up their capabilities, there is often a substantial gap between aspiration levels and operational reality. Implementing digital solutions P&L-effectively remains a challenge for the industry.