Baker Tilly TPA supports Schmitz Cargobull AG in the acquisition of shares in GT Trailers sp. z o.o. with financial and ESG due diligence
The Baker Tilly TPA team had the pleasure of supporting Schmitz Cargobull AG in the acquisition of shares in GT Trailers sp. z o.o., providing comprehensive financial and ESG due diligence services.
The financial due diligence was led by Baker Tilly TPA experts Anita Bis and Tomasz Martyniuk. Concurrently, ESG due diligence was conducted by Katarzyna Chwalibińska-Kusek, assisted by Łukasz Błaszczyk.
As part of this comprehensive due diligence project, our client, Schmitz Cargobull, requested the inclusion of ESG due diligence as a core component of the entire evaluation process. This proactive approach reflects the client’s deep understanding of the critical role ESG factors play in shaping the overall valuation and future prospects of the acquired company.
Our team ensured seamless integration of ESG considerations with financial, legal, and operational analyses, reflecting the interconnected nature of these areas and perfectly aligning with the client’s strategic vision.
Thanks to this collaborative and thorough approach, we delivered a detailed and insightful ESG due diligence report that complemented and enriched the broader evaluation. By demonstrating how ESG factors influence financial and legal risks as well as growth opportunities—and how these elements interrelate—we provided a holistic view that supported the client in making an informed decision.
The scope of advisory services included comprehensive due diligence—legal, tax, financial, and ESG compliance—as well as transaction structuring, preparation, and negotiation of transaction documentation, including the investment agreement and the shareholders’ agreement. The transaction required clearance from the President of the Polish Office of Competition and Consumer Protection.
The entire process was coordinated by Grzegorz Gajda from Baker Tilly Legal Poland. Tax advisory was provided by Wojciech Sztuba and Monika Stachurska-Waga from TPA Poland.
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About Schmitz Cargobull
Schmitz Cargobull is a leading manufacturer of semi-trailers for temperature-controlled freight, general cargo, and bulk goods in Europe, as well as a pioneer in digital solutions for trailer services and enhanced connectivity. The company also produces transport refrigeration units for refrigerated box body semi-trailers designed for temperature-sensitive cargo. With a comprehensive service offering—including financing, spare parts supply, service contracts, telematics solutions, and used vehicle trading—Schmitz Cargobull supports its customers in optimising total cost of ownership (TCO) and driving digital transformation.
About GT Trailers sp. z o.o.
GT Trailers sp. z o.o. is a Polish family-owned company and one of the national leaders in the production of trailers and bodies for the transport industry. GTT specializes in high-capacity trailer sets and innovative solutions for rigid chassis, including curtain siders, box bodies, and refrigerated structures.
