DWS and Deutsche Bank launch €1 Billion “German Opportunities” Mandate with Al Mirqab Capital
28 NOV, 2025
By Joanna Piwko from RankiaPro Europe
DWS and Deutsche Bank have entered into a significant long-term partnership with Al Mirqab Capital, the Doha-based private family office, marking a strategic step forward in mobilizing large-scale international investment into Germany. The three institutions have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a new investment initiative titled “German Opportunities”, set to launch with an initial target of €1 billion.
A mandate backing Europe’s economic transformation
The new mandate focuses on identifying and funding opportunities that support the shifting landscape of the German and broader European economies. Investments will span a diverse set of strategic and high-impact sectors, including energy, transportation, defense, education, telecommunications, technology, and innovation. The aim is to channel long-term private capital into projects that reinforce Europe’s industrial strength and accelerate its transition toward sustainability and technological leadership.
Germany, as Europe’s largest economy, is currently benefiting from renewed momentum—visible in its equity markets, tech sector expansion, and supportive policy frameworks. With its political stability and major fiscal commitments—such as the recently announced €500 billion infrastructure fund—the country offers a resilient and attractive environment for global investors.
A partnership built on strategic expertise
Under the agreement, DWS will serve as Investment Manager, leveraging its extensive track record across infrastructure, real estate, direct lending, and asset-based finance. This capability will be reinforced through close collaboration with Deutsche Bank’s Corporate Bank and Investment Bank, ensuring comprehensive sourcing, origination, and execution capabilities.
H.E. Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad Al Thani, CEO of Al Mirqab Capital, highlighted the significance of Germany’s role in Europe’s economic resurgence, emphasizing the country’s “crucial role in innovation, sustainability, and economic resilience.” He noted that the mandate reflects the family office’s strong conviction in Germany’s long-term growth trajectory.
German competitiveness back in the spotlight
Deutsche Bank CEO Christian Sewing noted that Germany has returned to the global stage “as a stable, reliable partner and attractive growth story.” He emphasized the importance of international capital in supporting Europe’s future competitiveness and expressed pride in being chosen by Al Mirqab Capital as a gateway to these opportunities.
Similarly, Fabrizio Campelli, Head of Deutsche Bank’s Corporate Bank and Investment Bank, underscored the value of the bank’s global-local model, calling the initiative a demonstration of the institution’s “Global Hausbank” identity—integrating cross-divisional expertise to deliver unique investment access for clients.
Strengthening Europe’s investment appeal
Stefan Hoops, CEO of DWS, pointed to the momentum currently redefining Europe’s potential, turning long-standing structural strengths into practical investment opportunities. The mandate, he noted, consolidates DWS’s reputation as a “Gateway to Europe” for international investors seeking high-quality exposure across the region, particularly in areas such as infrastructure and private credit for SMEs.
The initiative has also drawn support from German public-sector leaders. Martin Blessing, the Federal Chancellor’s Personal Representative for Foreign Investments, praised the decision as a powerful vote of confidence in the resilience and adaptability of the German economy. Such commitments, he added, reinforce Germany’s reform agenda and foster new avenues for innovation, employment, and sustainable growth.
Stefan Wintels, CEO of KfW, echoed this view, describing strong public-private and international partnerships as essential for Germany’s transition toward a competitive and sustainable economic model.
