When was QUANOS acquired by IK PARTNERS?

QUANOS was acquired by IK PARTNERS in 2018.

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11/2018

QUANOS acquired by IK PARTNERS

GERMANY Software / Industry-Specific Software REV 1m EUR - 100m EUR

Context

The transaction involves the acquisition of a controlling interest in SCHEMA Group by the IK Small Cap II Fund, alongside the company’s founders. This deal represents a strategic partnership intended to transition the founder-led niche leader into an institutionalized platform capable of capturing broader international market share. The strategic rationale for the investment is centered on accelerating the company's organic growth within its core DACH market while expanding its sales reach into new global geographies. IK intends to deploy significant capital toward product development and operational enhancements to maintain the company’s status as a CCMS innovation leader. The founders' decision to retain a stake and remain involved in the strategic roadmap ensures continuity of technical expertise and alignment with the private equity sponsor’s value creation goals.

QUANOS, which reported an EBITDA margin of in 2018, 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 (15.1x).

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Target

QUANOS (ex SCHEMA Group) is a leading developer and provider of sophisticated Component Content Management System (CCMS) software solutions, specializing in the creation and management of complex product-related content. Established in 1995 and headquartered in Nuremberg, the company enables global enterprises in sectors such as engineering, pharmaceuticals, and medical technology to modularize their technical documentation. Its software addresses the increasing structural complexity driven by tightening global regulations, digitalization, and shortened product lifecycles. By providing a centralized platform for writing, managing, and publishing technical content, QUANOS ensures process security and standardization across diverse output formats. The firm’s products allow organizations to achieve significant time and cost savings by facilitating the reuse of content components and automating complex publishing workflows.

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Press release: view release

Target: quanos

Acquirer: ik partners