Are you looking for a reliable partner in Germany with a strong international network? We’ll help with your plans for expansion. You can count on our broad expertise as a member of the Grant Thornton network, represented in over 135 countries. Grant Thornton is one of the top five international audit firms.  
And with our country desks in Germany, we have contacts in your target country. Our bridge-builders not only understand the local languages, they also know the business mentality.

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Planning to enter the German market? Torsten Schrimpf is your contact in Germany and there to find you the right German expert.

Our attitude is – straight-talking, not playing tactics. We say what we do. And we do what we say, reliably. We’re clear, to the point, understandable and transparent. That’s how we earn your trust. This mindset makes Grant Thornton one of the top ten places to go for small and medium-sized businesses, DAX and start-ups – it attracts clients who expect more expertise and personality. Welcome!

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Thanks to our strong network, companies with us are successful across borders. We share values and goals with our international colleagues. What connects us is our eagerness in looking for the best solutions. Our network is represented in over 150 countries. And our work is powered by 68,000 employees. For you. Across the world!

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    Unlock Germany

    Expansion into new international markets can be challenging due to the many problems to be considered and solved. Our team of experts at Unlock Germany can offer you advice and experience to assist you every step of the way.

    From support in looking for the best location to founding a branch office or subsidiary – we always try our best to offer practical and timely advice that enables you to focus on reaching your business goals.

    Find more information about our Unlock Germany service in our brochure.

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