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Benchmark International Successfully Advised on the Transaction Between Bestattungshaus Erich Kutzi and Sereni Deutschland GmbH
November 28, 2025
Benchmark International is pleased to announce the successful acquisition of Bestattungshaus Erich Kutzi by Sereni Deutschland GmbH.
Based in Dingolfing, near Ingolstadt in Bavaria, Bestattungshaus Erich Kutzi is a respected funeral services provider known for its personal, compassionate, and comprehensive support for bereaved families. Founded on the vision of offering modern, individually tailored funeral care, the company’s services include pre-need arrangements, burial and cremation services, sea burials, and both national and international repatriations.Buyers Are Actively Looking—Are You on Their Radar?
Sereni is a rapidly expanding funeral services network that originated in Belgium and has since grown into a leading provider across Germany and Poland, now operating more than 200 locations.
The acquisition enhances Sereni’s position as a premier partner network for high-quality funeral homes and supports its continued expansion across Bavaria.
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