Risk Partners Life Sciences Roundtable 2025, thank you very much! 

We congratulate Steyr Motors AG on the successful listing
in the Scale Segment of the German Stock Exchange on October 30, 2024!

Risk Partners had the honor to act as IPO underwriting counsel in this transaction. Our team, led by Florian Eckstein and Björn Stressenreuter, supported Steyr Motors AG in its IPO on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange. Our expertise and comprehensive support were geared towards providing Steyr Motors with a secure and successful start on the capital markets.

We would like to thank Julian Cassutti and Christoph Cerar from Steyr Motors and the team at Mutares SE & Co. KGaA for the successful cooperation and their trust in our expertise.

With this step, Steyr Motors AG has not only gained access to additional capital for further growth, but has also strengthened its position as an innovation leader in the field of engine technology. 

About the Scale Segment of Deutsche Börse

Deutsche Börse's Scale segment offers small and medium-sized companies more straightforward access to the capital market and facilitates the financing of innovation and growth projects. Companies in the Scale segment benefit from a standardized listing process and special advisory networks that help them to master the challenges of the capital market with confidence.

At Risk Partners, we pride ourselves on supporting companies like Steyr Motors AG with specialized insurance solutions and comprehensive advice. From management liability insurance to innovative insurance products specifically tailored to the challenges and opportunities of an IPO, we offer customized solutions for our clients. When going public on a German stock exchange or through our innovative public flip concept when going public on a foreign stock exchange.

Ready for the next step?

For companies that are also looking to go public, Risk Partners offers tailor-made insurance solutions and advice to make this step a safe one. Contact us to find out how we can support you on your journey to the stock market.

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