CIRIL GROUP
Acquired by
THE CARLYLE GROUP / BPIFRANCE
CIRIL GROUP acquired by THE CARLYLE GROUP / BPIFRANCE
Target
CIRIL GROUP
Acquirer
THE CARLYLE GROUP / BPIFRANCE
Context
The Carlyle Group acquired a majority stake in Ciril Group from its founder and historical shareholders. The transaction marks a new phase for the Lyon-based software editor, aiming to accelerate its international expansion and consolidate its leading position in the French GovTech market. Carlyle intends to support Ciril Group in its transition to a full SaaS model and drive growth through strategic bolt-on acquisitions in the GIS and public administration software sectors.
This transaction is part of the TMT (Tech, Media, Telecom) industry, which currently tracks an average EBITDA multiple of 13.1x since the beginning of 2026, 4.7% decrease compared to 2025. This data is based on contribution from our growing community, composed of M&A and Private Equity professionals, and has been verified by our team to ensure its accuracy.
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Target
Founded in 1978, Ciril Group is a leading French software publisher and hosting provider specialized in the public sector and local government markets. The group is structured around two main pillars: Civil (ERP solutions for human resources, finance, and technical services in local administrations) and Business Geografic (a world-renowned Geographic Information Systems - GIS - platform). Ciril Group serves over 3,000 customers, ranging from small municipalities to large regions and international corporate accounts. Its "Smart Data" approach integrates spatial analysis with administrative management, allowing public entities to optimize urban planning and resource allocation.
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