Crunchy Data Joins Forces with Snowflake
Deal News | Jul 18, 2025 | Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe
Crunchy Data, a leading provider of trusted open-source PostgreSQL technology, has been acquired by the AI Data Cloud company, Snowflake. This acquisition marks a strategic move for Snowflake, enhancing its capabilities by integrating Crunchy Data's robust Postgres technology. Crunchy Data has been recognized for its enterprise-ready solutions, catering to sectors including federal agencies and Fortune 500 companies. Through this acquisition, Snowflake aims to equip its AI Data Cloud with an AI-ready, enterprise-grade, and developer-friendly PostgreSQL database. The combined expertise of both firms will enable Snowflake to offer enhanced data mobilization with the rigorous governance, security, and operational standards critical for AI applications. Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe advised Crunchy Data in the transaction, showcasing their experience of advising in over 400 M&A and financing deals in the big data, SaaS, and CloudTech & DevOps sectors, totaling over $24.8 billion within the past year.
Sectors
- Technology - Cloud Computing
- Technology - Open Source Software
- Financial Services - M&A Advisory
Geography
- United States – Crunchy Data and Snowflake are both U.S.-based companies, and Orrick, the advisory firm, frequently operates within the U.S. market.
Industry
- Technology - Cloud Computing – Snowflake operates in the cloud computing sector, providing data solutions that allow organizations to efficiently manage and analyze their data at scale.
- Technology - Open Source Software – Crunchy Data specializes in open-source PostgreSQL technology, offering enterprise-grade solutions to various industries.
- Financial Services - M&A Advisory – Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe acted as the legal advisor for Crunchy Data in the acquisition, showcasing their expertise in M&A transactions in the technology sector.
Financials
Participants
| Name | Role | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crunchy Data | Target Company | Company | A provider of trusted enterprise-ready PostgreSQL technology, known for its robust database solutions. |
| Snowflake | Bidding Company/Buyer | Company | An AI Data Cloud company that focuses on enabling data mobilization for organizations with significant scaling, concurrency, and performance. |
| Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe | Legal Advisor | Company | A law firm that provided advisory services for Crunchy Data during the acquisition process. |