UTIMACO TS
A leading software provider for the lawful interception of various forms of communication.
UTIMACO TS (“UTS”) IN PROFILE
Founded in 1994, the company headquartered in Aachen (Germany) is a global leader in mission-critical security software solutions, specializing in lawful interception of various forms of communication. With its Lawful Interception Management System, the company supports telecom providers in meeting legal requirements by providing a secure and reliable platform for the lawful surveillance of communication services. The system complies with international standards such as ETSI and 3GPP and offers a scalable solution that can be seamlessly integrated into various network infrastructures.
INVISION’S ROLE
INVISION VII (“INVISION”), a leading mid-market investor focusing on succession solutions and growth financing, has agreed, together with funds managed by PINOVA as well as the operational management, to acquire UTS. The transaction represents a carve-out of a business unit of the Utimaco Group. INVISION and PINOVA intend to support the ongoing growth through the introduction of new innovative products, ongoing internationalization as well as selected add-on acquisitions in the cyber-security space. Together with the operational management team led by Fernando Gomes (CEO), INVISION and PINOVA intend to expand the market-leading position of the company.
We are delighted to have completed the carve-out of UTS together with INVISION and PINOVA. Both investors share the same vision for our company and the desire to continue growing in the lawful interception space as well as adjacent markets. As a core and independent company, UTS will be able to continue offering high quality solutions and services to its customers and be in a position to invest in new and innovative products.
SNAPSHOT
Industry
Software
Invested
2025
Type of investment
Carve Out / Buyout
MILESTONES
Strategic initiatives
- Positioning as an independent, leading security software provider
- Expansion of the product portfolio including innovations
- Add-on opportunities in the field of lawful interception and adjacent areas
- Continuing internationalization
Operational measures
- Carve out from the Utimaco Group
- Digitalization and optimization of internal processes
- Improving operational and financial reporting