GTT Propels Forward with Acquisition of Danelec

Deal News | May 05, 2025 | Globenewswire

GTT Propels Forward with Acquisition of Danelec

GTT, a leader in technology and engineering for cryogenic containment systems, announced its strategic acquisition of Danelec for 194 million euros, from investment fund Verdane. This acquisition positions GTT as a global leader in maritime performance management, thanks to Danelec's advanced solutions in data collection and analysis, enhancing performance, safety, and decarbonization of maritime operations. The deal is set to be accretive from the first year, with a purchase price reflecting approximately 15 times the projected 2024/2025 EBITDA, prior to synergy realization. Based in Farum, Denmark, and specializing in critical maritime equipment like Voyage Data Recorders, Danelec's offerings are installed on over 15,500 vessels worldwide. The acquisition aligns with GTT's digital growth strategy, expanding its reach in maritime digital solutions. Financial discussions and insights into the acquisition's implications will be shared in an investor call on May 5, 2025.

Sectors

  • Maritime Technology
  • Digital Solutions

Geography

  • Denmark – Denmark is relevant as it is the base of Danelec, the acquired company in this transaction.
  • France – France is relevant since it's the headquarters of GTT, the acquiring company.

Industry

  • Maritime Technology – This industry is relevant to the article as it involves the acquisition of Danelec, a company specializing in digital maritime data solutions.
  • Digital Solutions – The article focuses on the strategic move by GTT to strengthen its digital solutions portfolio within the maritime industry through the acquisition.

Financials

  • 194 million euros – The enterprise value of the acquisition deal between GTT and Danelec.
  • 15 times EBITDA 2024/2025 – The valuation multiple of the deal before synergies.
  • 44 million euros – Danelec's revenue for 2023/2024.

Participants

NameRoleTypeDescription
GTTAcquirerCompanyA French engineering and technology company focused on cryogenic containment systems for liquefied gas transport and storage.
DanelecTarget CompanyCompanyA Danish company recognized for its maritime data solutions and voyage data recorders.
VerdaneVendorCompanyA European investment fund that sold Danelec to GTT.