SPIE renforces its foothold in the Netherlands with the acquisition of Rovitech
Deal News | Jun 02, 2025 | Globenewswire
SPIE, a leading independent European multi-technical services provider, has announced its acquisition of Rovitech, a Dutch company specialized in technical services for ICT, telecommunications, and electrical installations. This acquisition aids SPIE in enhancing its data center expertise and expanding its national footprint in the Netherlands. Rovitech, founded in 2005 and based in Houten, offers a comprehensive range of services including the design, installation, and management of data centers, as well as network infrastructure, cooling systems, fire protection, and energy storage solutions. With a workforce of 25 employees and a turnover of 7 million euros in 2024, Rovitech aligns with SPIE's growth strategy to strengthen its presence and expertise in the data center sector. This acquisition will enable SPIE to broaden its service offerings, particularly in central and eastern Netherlands, and leverage Rovitech's expertise to develop more sustainable data center solutions. Both companies aim to merge their expertise in efficient IT solutions, contributing to SPIE's ambition to support digital and energy transitions. SPIE reported a consolidated revenue of 9.9 billion euros and an EBITA of 712 million euros in 2024.
Sectors
- Information and Communications Technology (ICT)
- Renewable Energy and Sustainability
Geography
- Netherlands – The acquisition of Rovitech by SPIE takes place within the Netherlands, focusing on expanding SPIE's national presence and service offerings in the country.
- Europe – SPIE, a leading independent European multi-technical services provider, operates across the continent, including the recent expansion with Rovitech in the Netherlands.
Industry
- Information and Communications Technology (ICT) – The acquisition involves Rovitech, a company specializing in ICT, telecommunications, and data center services, enhancing SPIE's capabilities in these sectors.
- Renewable Energy and Sustainability – SPIE and Rovitech aim to develop more sustainable data center solutions, contributing to energy transitions and sustainability efforts in the industry.
Financials
- 7 million euros – Rovitech's turnover in 2024.
- 9.9 billion euros – SPIE's consolidated revenue in 2024.
- 712 million euros – SPIE's consolidated EBITA in 2024.
Participants
| Name | Role | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| SPIE | Acquirer | Company | SPIE is a European leader in independent multi-technical services in energy and communications. |
| Rovitech | Target company | Company | A Dutch company specializing in technical services for ICT, telecommunications, and electrical installations. |
| Raymond Jacobs | Director, ICT Services & Specials, SPIE | Person | Responsible for overseeing the integration of Rovitech into SPIE's Data Centres division. |
| Rob Nagtegaal | Co-owner, Rovitech | Person | Co-owner actively involved in Rovitech's operations and strategic growth plans with SPIE. |