Danelec Joins GTT in Strategic Maritime Acquisition
Deal News | May 05, 2025 | Verdane

Danelec, a prominent provider of maritime safety and digital performance solutions, has been acquired by the French technology and engineering giant, GTT. This acquisition aims to enhance GTT's leadership in the digital maritime market, leveraging Danelec’s strengths in data-driven solutions to improve ship safety and performance. Danelec, owned by Verdane, has experienced significant growth, transforming into a comprehensive digital platform through strategic acquisitions. As GTT and Danelec join forces, the expanded digital platform is expected to position them as market leaders, particularly in the vessel performance management and VDR sectors. This move comes amidst increasing emphasis on decarbonization and digitalization within the maritime industry, aligning with global efforts to meet net-zero emissions targets set by the International Maritime Organisation. Verdane's investment and support have been pivotal in Danelec's transformation, and this exit signifies a successful growth buyout for the private equity firm.
Sectors
- Maritime Technology
- Private Equity
Geography
- France – GTT, the acquiring company, is based in France and is listed on Euronext Paris.
- Denmark – Danelec, the target company in this acquisition, is a Danish company.
- Europe – Verdane, the private equity firm, has a European focus with offices across several European cities and invests in tech-enabled businesses within the region.
Industry
- Maritime Technology – The article focuses on maritime industry technologies, particularly digital performance solutions, vessel data recording, and performance optimization.
- Private Equity – Verdane's role as a private equity firm involved in the acquisition and subsequent sale of Danelec is a central aspect of the news.
Financials
- 250% – The growth in revenue Danelec experienced under Verdane's ownership.
- 15,500 – The current installed base of vessels served by Danelec worldwide.
- 8 billion – The assets under management by Verdane as a private equity firm.
Participants
Name | Role | Type | Description |
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Danelec | Target Company | Company | A Danish scale-up specializing in digitalization solutions for the maritime industry, offering products like VDRs and Ship Performance Monitoring systems. |
GTT Group | Bidding Company/Buyer | Company | A French technology and engineering company, listed on Euronext Paris, focused on cryogenic containment systems for LNG and digital maritime solutions. |
Verdane | Selling Company (Vendor) | Company | A growth buyout investment firm partnering with tech-enabled and sustainable businesses, owning Danelec before its sale to GTT. |
Ascenz Marorka, VPS | Other Company | Company | Companies that are part of GTT’s digital division combined with Danelec to enhance maritime solutions. |
Kyma, Nautilus Labs, MacGregors | Acquired Companies | Company | Companies whose acquisitions by Danelec contributed to its transformation into a digital maritime leader. |
International Maritime Organisation (IMO) | Government | Organization | Sets regulatory frameworks targeting net-zero GHG emissions by 2050 in the maritime industry. |