Context

Lacour has completed the acquisition of the Italian automotive services platform Proger, marking its third major international build-up since Carlyle took control in 2023. The acquisition was financed through an existing unitranche debt facility provided by Capza. The strategic rationale for the deal is to secure a dominant foothold in the Italian market while integrating Proger’s massive "ClipParts" database into Lacour’s broader software suite. This move brings Lacour’s consolidated revenue to approximately €70 million and expands its workforce to 450 people. Following successful entries into the UK and Italy, Lacour is now targeting further expansion into Spain and Germany for 2026 to complete its pan-European footprint.

Target

Founded in 1998, Proger is a specialized Italian software provider for the automotive after-sales market. The company’s business model centers on its core platform, ClipParts, a comprehensive search and purchasing engine featuring 40 million original and spare part references across 650 brands with real-time pricing and availability. Its value proposition includes sophisticated warehouse and stock management solutions combined with data analytics tools for repair shops and parts distributors. Strategically, Proger serves as a critical digital link in the Italian automotive supply chain, employing 45 specialists. By integrating real-time logistics data with technical part specifications, the firm enables automotive professionals to optimize maintenance operations and parts procurement efficiency.