Baker Tilly assists ICT service provider CAPE Groep in acquisition of software specialist

Baker Tilly assists ICT service provider CAPE Groep in acquisition of software specialist

Description

ICT service provider CAPE Groep has acquired the shares of Carthago ICT as of March 26, 2021. The acquisition fits perfectly within CAPE Groep's strategy, aimed at a strong acceleration in realizing its growth ambitions.

"We were assisted in this strategic acquisition by the team of Baker Tilly Corporate Finance. Their specialist knowledge has been very valuable to us. Moreover, it was very pleasant that we could call on them at any time. That certainly contributed to this transaction,'' said Rob ter Bruges (CEO of CAPE Group).

CAPE Groep - The digital transformation partner

For more than 20 years CAPE Groep is an innovative consultancy organization in digital transformation that translates strategic themes to agile solutions. The company is from Enschede nationwide active in IT-strategy, design, realization and management of custom systems based on low code with a strong branche focus on transport and logistics, agrifood and construction. Over 100 employees work daily for established Namur companies such as PostNL, HST Group, BAM, Huuskes and Plegt Vos.

"Working together with ambitious entrepreneurs gives our work extra color. We enjoyed working with Rob and Niek in this process. We look forward to assisting them in future growth as well." - Willem Jan Bittink (Baker Tilly)

Carthago ICT - Specialist in software development

Carthago ICT is already more than 22 years specialist in software development based on state-of-the-art technologies, architecture, cybersecurity and cloud. Nationwide, Carthago ICT advises on and realizes and manages the proposed solutions. With a team of 50 employees, Carthago realises innovative solutions for its customers such as Wolter Kluwer, Thales and Akzo from its offices Hengelo and Veenendaal.

"Carthago ICT is anchored in the region and nationally active with Microsoft and Java-based services. With its highly skilled employees it is truly a partner for its customers and a particularly nice addition to the services of CAPE Groep.'' - Rob ter Bruges (CEO of CAPE Group).

Both businesses have a strong orientation on process optimization and value creation for customers. CAPE Groep and Carthago ICT join forces. The management of both businesses remains responsible from their own brand and identity for the expansion of the businesses.

"With CAPE Groep we have a strategic partner that shares our ambitions and offers complementary services. CAPE Group helps broaden our technology offerings and helps us attract and develop the best talent while maintaining our identity and culture. We are proud to be part of a no-nonsense business where quality of service and customer satisfaction are key." - Herman Welleweerd (Managing Director at Carthago ICT)

 

Quote by adviser

"Working together with ambitious entrepreneurs gives our work extra color. We enjoyed working with Rob and Niek in this process. We look forward to assisting them in future growth as well."

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