AUTODOC SE, Europe's leading online retailer of automotive spare parts and accessories, announced the placement of a EUR 530 million Term Loan B, marking the company's debut in institutional debt markets. The transaction, which took place on July 16, 2026, includes a total financing package of EUR 580 million, comprising the Term Loan B and a EUR 50 million Revolving Credit Facility (RCF).
The Term Loan B carries a tenor of 7 years and interest of EURIBOR +3.50%. It has been rated Ba3 with stable outlook by Moody’s and B+ with positive outlook by S&P. The RCF has a tenor of 6.5 years and interest of EURIBOR +3.00%, serving as a liquidity buffer. Proceeds from the Term Loan B will be used to fund the repurchase of shares held by entities owned or controlled by Apollo-managed funds in Autodoc SE, along with related fees and expenses.
In connection with this transaction, Autodoc Holding SE has been established as the Group's new parent company, with 100 percent of its shares held by AutoTech GmbH & Co. KG, the investment entity of AUTODOC's three founders: Alexej Erdle, Max Wegner, and Vitalij Kungel.
“This transaction is a defining moment for AUTODOC - one that sharpens who we are and how we operate,” said Dmitri Zadorojnii, CEO of AUTODOC. “By implementing this financing structure, we secured public debt supported by a wide range of institutional investors to enable the continued path towards new chapters in the capital markets in the future.”
Lennart Schmidt, CFO of AUTODOC, highlighted the financial strategy behind the move: “AUTODOC’s current net debt-free balance sheet provides a unique opportunity to introduce this market-tested financing framework. This transaction promotes long-term financial flexibility and accelerates shareholder returns without any equity dilution.” Schmidt also noted that the transaction gives the company a track record with institutional investors and strengthens its optionality for a potential IPO, which remains on the agenda with timing dependent on market conditions.
As AUTODOC moves forward as an institutionally structured company, it continues to build and expand its automotive tech ecosystem, aligning with its long-term vision of becoming Europe's leading automotive aftermarket tech ecosystem. This vision combines advanced AI capabilities, data-driven decision-making, and an enhanced digital experience for customers and professional partners.
AUTODOC, founded in Berlin in 2008, has grown into a leading digital pure-play automotive parts platform in Europe. As of December 31, 2025, its product assortment comprised around 7.8 million SKUs from about 2,700 brand manufacturers, including car, truck, and motorcycle parts, tires, and adjacent products. In 2025, AUTODOC generated sales revenue of EUR 1.8 billion, up from EUR 1.6 billion in 2024. The company operates online shops in 27 European countries and employs more than 5,500 people across 13 locations.
This capital structure optimisation marks a significant milestone, positioning AUTODOC for continued growth and enhanced financial flexibility in the competitive e-commerce and automotive aftermarket sectors.
