AUTODOC, Europe's leading online retailer of automotive spare parts and accessories, has successfully placed a EUR 530 million Term Loan B, marking its debut in institutional debt markets. The transaction, announced on July 16, 2026, includes an accompanying EUR 50 million Revolving Credit Facility, totaling EUR 580 million in financing. The Term Loan B carries an interest rate of EURIBOR +3.50% and has a tenor of 7 years. It has been rated Ba3 with stable outlook by Moody's and B+ with positive outlook by S&P. The Revolving Credit Facility, with a tenor of 6.5 years and an interest rate of EURIBOR +3.00%, will serve as a liquidity buffer.
As part of this transaction, Autodoc Holding SE has been established as the Group's new parent company, with 100% of its shares held by AutoTech GmbH & Co. KG, the investment entity of AUTODOC's three founders. The 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 and to pay related fees and expenses.
CEO Dmitri Zadorojnii described the transaction as a defining moment for AUTODOC, stating, '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.' CFO Lennart Schmidt emphasized the strategic benefits, noting that AUTODOC's current net debt-free balance sheet provides a unique opportunity to introduce this financing framework, which promotes long-term financial flexibility and accelerates shareholder returns without equity dilution. He added that the transaction gives AUTODOC 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.
The successful placement of the Term Loan B is a major milestone in AUTODOC's long-term growth ambitions and capital markets plans. The company continues to build its automotive tech ecosystem, combining advanced AI capabilities, data-driven decision-making, and an enhanced digital experience. AUTODOC, founded in 2008 in Berlin, has grown into one of Europe's most exciting e-commerce companies, with online shops in 27 European countries and over 5,500 employees across 13 locations. In 2025, the company generated sales revenue of EUR 1.8 billion.
This strategic move not only optimizes AUTODOC's capital structure but also positions the company for future growth and potential public listing, underscoring its commitment to becoming Europe's leading automotive aftermarket tech ecosystem.
