High energy costs are an increasing challenge to many businesses. To mitigate the burden of costs at least partially they can claim tax benefits (tax exemptions, tax relief, etc.) under the German Electricity Tax Act [StromStG] and Energy Tax Act [EnergieStG]. But businesses in difficulty as defined by European state aid law are excluded from this. This also includes some businesses that are actually not in financial straits at all. But a recent court judgement and new practice at the customs authorities means they are now threatened with the loss of these tax benefits.
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Businesses in difficulty
Impending loss of tax benefits under the Electricity and Energy Tax Act
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3 min read
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23 Oct 2025
Using EU funds strategically
How European companies can profit from the European Defence Fund
The European Defence Fund (EDF) offers companies and institutions in the defence industry promising opportunities. Thanks to large financial grants, established market participants can develop new areas of business and make a decisive contribution to a secure Europe. At the same time start-ups and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) get unique opportunities to establish themselves with innovative technologies. And those who are already successfully offering products and services in the civil market absolutely must check whether their services can be meaningfully put to use in the civil-military arena. In this article you will find out what companies and projects are eligible and what conditions need to be fulfilled.
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7 min read
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28 Aug 2025
Deal News
Grant Thornton advises the shareholders of Landefeld Druckluft und Hydraulik on the sale of a minority interest to Viessmann
The shareholders of Landefeld Druckluft und Hydraulik GmbH (“Landefeld”) and Landefeld Beteiligungsgesellschaft mbH, one of the leading suppliers of pneumatic, hydraulic and industrial supplies in the European market, sold their minority interest in these companies to Viessmann Generations Group GmbH & Co. KG (“Viessmann”).
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