Gilde Healthcare Establishes Global Neuroimaging Platform with Strategic Acquisitions
Deal News | Aug 05, 2025 | Legal Community Germany
Gilde Healthcare, a specialized European healthcare investor managing over 2.6 billion euros, has formed a new global neuroimaging platform through the parallel acquisitions of NIRx Medical Technologies and Artinis Medical Systems, both leaders in the field of functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS). Advised by Greenberg Traurig, these acquisitions are part of a complex cross-border transaction designed to create a global leader in neuroimaging technology. The legal advice encompassed forming a holding company in the Netherlands, handling seller reinvestments, tax structuring, and ensuring compliance across Germany, the USA, and the Netherlands. Notably, this strategic endeavor was led by Berlin-based partner Henrik Armah, with significant input from Greenberg Traurig teams in Germany, the Netherlands, and the USA.
Sectors
- Healthcare
- Legal Services
- Technology
Geography
- Netherlands – Gilde Healthcare is headquartered in Utrecht, Netherlands, and the holding company for the acquisitions was formed there.
- Germany – NIRx Medical Technologies has operations in Germany, and Greenberg Traurig's German advisors played a critical role in the transaction.
- United States – NIRx Medical Technologies also operates in the USA, and Greenberg Traurig's US team participated in providing legal counsel.
Industry
- Healthcare – Gilde Healthcare is a specialized healthcare investor focused on expanding its portfolio through strategic acquisitions, particularly in neuroimaging technology.
- Legal Services – Greenberg Traurig provided comprehensive legal advice for the cross-border M&A transactions and formation of the new neuroimaging platform.
- Technology – The acquisitions focus on advancing neuroimaging technology through fNIRS, an innovative segment in the technological sector.
Financials
- 2.6 billion euros – The amount managed by Gilde Healthcare across its Private Equity and Venture/Growth fund strategies.
Participants
| Name | Role | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gilde Healthcare | Private Equity Investor | Company | A European healthcare-focused investor based in Utrecht, managing over 2.6 billion euros in assets. |
| Greenberg Traurig | Legal Advisor | Company | An international law firm providing comprehensive legal services for Gilde Healthcare's acquisitions. |
| NIRx Medical Technologies | Target Company | Company | A recognized leader in functional near-infrared spectroscopy based in Germany and the USA. |
| Artinis Medical Systems | Target Company | Company | A Netherlands-based leader in fNIRS technology. |