FemtoTools AG Secured by Oxford Instruments
Deal News | Feb 04, 2025 | Thouvenin
In a significant industry transaction, the shareholders of FemtoTools AG have sold their company to Oxford Instruments plc. FemtoTools AG is well-known for its expertise in the design and manufacturing of high-speed, precision nanoindenters. Oxford Instruments specializes in providing advanced technology products and services to both industrial and scientific research sectors. The sale was facilitated by the advisory services of Thouvenin, with team members Markus Alder and Sophia Zgraggen leading the transaction. This acquisition is notable as it combines FemtoTools' precision engineering capabilities with Oxford Instruments' extensive technological reach, potentially enhancing market offerings in high-tech product markets.
Sectors
- Advanced Manufacturing
- High Technology
Geography
- Switzerland – FemtoTools AG is based in Switzerland, and the deal involves the acquisition of a Swiss company.
- United Kingdom – Oxford Instruments plc is a UK-listed company, making it a key geographical entity in this transaction.
Industry
- Advanced Manufacturing – FemtoTools AG is involved in the design and manufacturing of high-speed, precision nanoindenters, which falls under advanced manufacturing due to its specialized engineering processes.
- High Technology – Oxford Instruments plc operates in the high technology industry, providing cutting-edge products and services to industry and scientific research communities.
Financials
Participants
| Name | Role | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| FemtoTools AG | Target Company | Company | A company specializing in the design and manufacturing of high-speed, precision nanoindenters. |
| Oxford Instruments plc | Acquirer | Company | A leading provider of high technology products and services to industry and scientific research communities. |
| Thouvenin | Legal Advisor | Company | The advisory firm that advised the shareholders of FemtoTools AG on their sale to Oxford Instruments. |
| Markus Alder | Advisor | Person | Part of the Thouvenin team that advised on the transaction. |
| Sophia Zgraggen | Advisor | Person | Part of the Thouvenin team that advised on the transaction. |