Private equity giant Warburg Pincus has acquired a majority stake in Uvex, the German safety and sports equipment company best known for its ski helmets and protective eyewear, in a transaction believed to be valued at approximately €800m.
The deal marks Warburg’s latest push into high-quality European consumer and industrial assets with global growth potential. Uvex, a family-owned business based in Fürth, Bavaria, produces protective gear used across industrial, healthcare, and sports sectors, with a strong brand presence in Europe and growing international traction. The owner families Winter and Grau will retain a significant minority stake and will be actively involved in the future growth of the business.
Uvex’s diversified product line and direct-to-consumer growth strategy are viewed as key value drivers by Warburg, which is planning to support the company’s international expansion and digital transformation initiatives.
