BURSTER GROUP acquired by DISCOVERIE GROUP
Context
discoverIE Group plc has finalized the acquisition of Burster Group, a maneuver designed to fundamentally strengthen the group’s Sensing & Connectivity division. The strategic rationale for this transaction centers on a "cluster-reinforcement" play, merging the target's industry-leading technical operational depth in precision sensing with the group’s extensive international commercial and engineering infrastructure. This fusion effectively creates a specialized powerhouse in the sensor arena, providing the organization with the scientific talent and high-performance hardware required to address the increasing complexity of robotic and medical applications.
By taking control of Burster Group, Discoverie Group continues its expansion strategy. Previously, the group had completed 3 acquisitions, including Sens-Tech in 2019.
BURSTER GROUP, which reported an EBITDA margin of in 2024, is valued in this transaction at an EV/EBITDA multiple of , a level to compare with the average currently observed in the TMT (Tech, Media, Telecom) sector (14.3x).
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Target
Burster Group operates as a premier technology organization dedicated to the engineering and manufacturing of specialist sensors and precision measurement instrumentation. The entity’s business model is centered on a proprietary framework of high-fidelity sensing solutions, including load cells, torque sensors, and displacement and pressure transmitters. Its value proposition is anchored in technical operational depth, providing mission-critical data acquisition hardware for demanding industrial environments. Strategically, the firm focuses on the deployment of precision calibration equipment and electronic measurement instruments to support the structural advancement of automation and quality control. By maintaining a specialized focus on technical excellence and industrialized reliability, the organization ensures a vital role in the structural efficiency of robotics, medical equipment, and automotive testing. The entity prioritizes technical innovation to facilitate the structural evolution of intelligent manufacturing systems.
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Valuation range: EV 20M - 50M EUR
Revenue range: 5M - 25M EUR
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Target: burster group
Acquirer: discoverie group