APIS Informationstechnologien Joins Forces with PeakAvenue in Strategic Acquisition
Deal News | May 05, 2025 | IMAP Netherlands
IMAP Netherlands has advised the shareholders of APIS Informationstechnologien GmbH (APIS), a leader in Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) software, on its acquisition by PeakAvenue, a portfolio company of Main Capital Partners. This strategic move amplifies PeakAvenue's prowess in the engineering and quality management software domain, allowing it to offer a comprehensive suite that spans the entire digital product lifecycle. APIS, with a strong global presence notably in the US and Asia, houses over 50 employees and serves a renowned clientele including Infineon and Bosch. This acquisition aligns with PeakAvenue's buy-and-build strategy aimed at mastering complex product development processes while enhancing safety-critical functions. The IMAP team navigated the APIS shareholders through the structured M&A process, ensuring a smooth transaction. The combination creates a larger, formidable entity set to enhance customer delivery with a bigger footprint in key global markets.
Sectors
- Software Development
- Engineering and Quality Management
- Private Equity
Geography
- Germany – APIS Informationstechnologien GmbH is headquartered in Würth an der Donau, Germany.
- Global – Both APIS and PeakAvenue have significant global operations with clients and expansion in the US and Asia.
Industry
- Software Development – This sector is pertinent as APIS is a software specialist focusing on FMEA, and PeakAvenue offers quality management software solutions.
- Engineering and Quality Management – Relevant because PeakAvenue is recognized as a global leader in engineering and quality management software, serving thousands of customers.
- Private Equity – Main Capital Partners is a private equity firm involved through its portfolio company PeakAvenue in the acquisition of APIS.
Financials
Participants
| Name | Role | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| APIS Informationstechnologien GmbH | Target Company | Company | A global leader in FMEA and risk analysis software based in Germany. |
| PeakAvenue | Bidding Company | Company | A leading engineering and quality management software provider, and portfolio company of Main Capital Partners. |
| Main Capital Partners | Investor/Backer | Company | A private equity firm that supports portfolio companies like PeakAvenue in strategic growth initiatives. |
| IMAP Netherlands | Corporate Finance Advisor | Company | Advised APIS shareholders throughout the M&A process leading to the acquisition by PeakAvenue. |