Autodoc SE, Europe's leading online retailer of automotive spare parts and accessories, today announced the placement of its EUR 530 million Term Loan B, marking the company's debut in institutional debt markets. The transaction is part of a broader financing package totaling EUR 580 million, which also includes a EUR 50 million Revolving Credit Facility (RCF). The Term Loan B carries interest of EURIBOR +3.50% and has a tenor of 7 years, while the RCF bears interest of EURIBOR +3.00% with a tenor of 6.5 years. The debt was rated Ba3 with stable outlook by Moody's and B+ with positive outlook by S&P.
In connection with 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, along with related fees and expenses.
According to CEO Dmitri Zadorojnii, "This transaction is a defining moment for AUTODOC - one that sharpens who we are and how we operate. 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 added, "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. It also gives us a track record with institutional investors and strengthens our optionality for a potential IPO - which remains on our 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. The company combines advanced AI capabilities, data-driven decision-making, and an enhanced digital experience for customers and professional partners.
Founded in Berlin in 2008, AUTODOC has grown into one of Europe's most exciting e-commerce companies. As of December 31, 2025, its product assortment included around 7.8 million SKUs from approximately 2,700 brand manufacturers, covering 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 over 5,500 people across 13 locations.
