TKV to operate as company-owned dealership, TK Deutschland
Global climate innovator Trane Technologies (NYSE:TT) and its Thermo King brand, a leader in sustainable transport temperature control solutions, acquired Transport-Kälte-Vertrieb (TKV), the largest of five independent Thermo King and Frigoblock dealers in Germany. The transaction closed on May 4, and the company continues to serve the southern Germany market, now operating as Thermo King Deutschland.
The acquisition strengthens Thermo King’s industry‑leading transport refrigeration service network across Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA), and follows recent acquisitions in UK and Belgium. These strategic investments expand Thermo King’s scale, reach and leadership as it drives the decarbonisation of refrigerated transport and accelerates growth throughout the region.
With its sales and service center headquartered in Ulm, Germany, TKV has represented Thermo King in southern Germany for 55 years. TKV specialises in sales, installation and after-sales service of transport refrigeration units and accessories, in addition to maintenance and telematics solutions. The company has earned a reputation for service excellence, positioning it well for continued growth and success in the German market. (....)