Carlsquare advised Implico, a leading provider of software solutions for the digitization of business processes in the supply chain of energy and natural resources (ENR), on its sale to private equity firm EGERIA. This transaction enables Implico to accelerate its growth as an independent software vendor (ISV) and expand its industry-specific SAP solutions beyond the ENR sector.
Implico is a leading provider of SAP-based automation and digitalization solutions, specializing in the energy and natural resources (ENR) supply chain. With over 40 years of industry experience, the company develops standardized SAP S/4HANA solutions that enhance efficiency and process security. As a long-standing SAP development partner, Implico’s solutions meet the highest SAP quality standards and are distributed directly by SAP.
EGERIA is an independent pan-European investment firm that focuses on mid-market companies with strong growth potential. Established in 1997, EGERIA invests in companies valued between EUR 50 and 350 million, supporting ambitious management teams in scaling their businesses. With a portfolio spanning more than 20 companies, EGERIA generates a combined revenue of approximately EUR 3 billion and employs over 13,000 people.
“Our partnership with SAP has been a key foundation of our success for more than 25 years. With EGERIA’s support, we can accelerate our transformation into an independent software vendor (ISV) and expand our industry-specific SAP solutions. Our goal is to fully realize their potential and help our customers boost both their efficiency and profit through the use of data.” – Rolf Adam, CEO, Implico
“We are impressed by Implico’s unique position in the SAP ecosystem and its ability to expand its automation expertise to other industries with comparable supply chain processes. We look forward to supporting the company in scaling its software portfolio and growing its market presence.” – Sven H. Schulze, Partner, EGERIA
“Carlsquare provided invaluable M&A advisory throughout the transaction, ensuring a seamless process and optimal outcome for Implico. Their expertise and strategic guidance were instrumental in successfully completing the sale to EGERIA.” – Nikolaus Winther, Partner, BPE
Carlsquare acted as the exclusive financial advisor to Implico and its owner BPE.
