Bechtle Strengthens in Spain with Grupo Solutia Acquisition

Deal News | Jul 07, 2025 | Iberian Lawyer

Bechtle, Europe's leading IT services provider, has acquired Grupo Solutia, a Spanish IT company focused on the public sector. Grupo Solutia, based in Seville, reported revenues of over 100 million in 2024 and operates primarily in healthcare, education, and public administration. This strategic acquisition aims to bolster Bechtle's position in Spain, aligning with its broader international expansion strategy. With over 15,500 employees and annual revenues reaching 6.3 billion, Bechtle is further solidifying its presence in the European market. Legal advisors CMS Albiana & Surez de Lezo, including Dr. Tobias Schneider, facilitated this multi-jurisdictional transaction.

Sectors

Information Technology
Legal Services

Geography

Spain – Grupo Solutia, the acquired company, is headquartered in Seville, Spain. The acquisition strengthens Bechtle's presence in Spain.
Germany – Bechtle, the acquiring company, is a leading IT services provider based in Germany.

Industry

Information Technology – The acquisition involves IT companies focusing on services for the public sector and international expansion of IT capabilities.
Legal Services – Legal advisory services were provided by CMS Albiana & Surez de Lezo for this transaction.

Financials

100 million – Grupo Solutia's reported revenue in 2024.
6.3 billion – Bechtle's annual revenues.

Participants

Name	Role	Type	Description
Bechtle	Acquiring Company	Company	Europe's leading IT services provider aiming to expand its presence in Spain and the broader European market.
Grupo Solutia	Target Company	Company	Spanish IT company with strong focus on public sector, headquartered in Seville.
CMS Albiana & Surez de Lezo	Legal Advisor	Company	Provided legal advisory services for the multi-jurisdictional transaction.
Dr. Tobias Schneider	Client Relationship Partner	Person	Led the legal advisory team at CMS Albiana & Surez de Lezo.