# Trane Technologies acquires Transport-Kälte-Vertrieb (TKV) in Germany

Trane Technologies, through its Thermo King brand, acquired Transport-Kälte-Vertrieb (TKV), the largest independent Thermo King and Frigoblock dealer in Germany. The transaction closed on May 4, 2026, and TKV now operates as Thermo King Deutschland.

- Type: Acquisition
- Announced: 2026-05-07
- Where: Ulm, Germany, Germany
- Status: completed
- Products: transport refrigeration units, temperature control solutions
- Sectors: [HVAC and Industrial Refrigeration](https://endata.com/sectors/hvac-refrigeration.md)

## Companies

- [Trane Technologies](https://endata.com/companies/6465.md) (acquirer)
- [Transport-Kälte-Vertrieb](https://endata.com/companies/91807.md) (target)

## Sources

- [europe.thermoking.com](https://europe.thermoking.com/mediaroom/trane-technologies-acquires-transport-kalte-vertrieb-tkv-advancing-thermo-kings-leadership-in-the-german-cold-chain), 2026-05-07: "This acquisition takes Thermo King's leadership in Germany to the next level and enhances our exceptional customer support across the entire region."

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