M&A Deal Summary

Catapult Acquires Playertek

On July 13, 2016, Catapult acquired technology hardware company Playertek from Danu Partners for 2M EUR

Acquisition Highlights
  • This is Catapult’s 2nd transaction in the Technology Hardware sector.
  • This is Catapult’s 2nd largest (disclosed) transaction.
  • This is Catapult’s 1st transaction in Ireland.

M&A Deal Summary
Date 2016-07-13
Target Playertek
Sector Technology Hardware
Buyer(s) Catapult
Sellers(s) Danu Partners
Deal Type Add-on Acquisition
Deal Value 2M EUR

Target

Playertek

Dundalk, Ireland
Playertek is a plug-and-play GPS device and software platform that enables individual athletes to compare their data with professional players, as well as get a high-level view at their own volume and intensity. Playertek is based in Dublin, Ireland.

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Buyer(S) 1

Buyer

Catapult

Richmond, Australia
Category Company
Founded 2006
Sector Technology Hardware
Employees430
Revenue 100M USD (2024)
DESCRIPTION

Catapult is a provider of electronic and software engineering, and sports science. Catapult precision engineering at the intersection of sports science and sports analytics, Catapult works with over 900 elite teams worldwide to innovate how information shapes athletic performance. Catapult was founded in 2006 and is based in Richmond, Australia.

DEAL STATS #
Overall 3 of 4
Sector (Technology Hardware) 2 of 2
Type (Add-on Acquisition) 3 of 4
Country (Ireland) 1 of 1
Year (2016) 2 of 2
Size (of disclosed) 2 of 3
PREVIOUS DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2016-07-13 XOS Digital

Wilmington, Massachusetts, United States

XOS Digital, Inc. is a provider of digital technology and media management solutions to collegiate and professional sports organizations in the U.S. XOS Digital developed three product solutions – digital media services, coaching solutions and facilities, design and integration (“FDI”). XOS digital media services offers its partners every piece of fan-facing technology including Internet publishing tools, streaming video and audio, interactive digital networks, original syndicated programming, mobile platforms and emerging technologies.

Buy $60M
FOLLOWING DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2021-06-23 SBG

London, United Kingdom

SBG specializes in real-time capturing of video and data, to generate unique insights and visualizations that assist teams in rapidly breaking down key factors driving performance. SBG was founded in 2008 and is based in London, United Kingdom.

Buy AU$40M

Seller(S) 1

SELLER

Danu Partners

Category Private Equity Firm
Founded 2009
Size Small
Type Sector Agnostic
DESCRIPTION

Danu Partners is a private investment firm focused on the media and consumer sectors. Danu Partners was established in 2009 and is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland.

DEAL STATS #
Overall 1 of 2
Sector (Technology Hardware) 1 of 1
Type (Add-on Acquisition) 1 of 1
Country (Ireland) 1 of 2
Year (2016) 1 of 1
PREVIOUS DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2016-03-21 Smith & Wollensky

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

The Smith & Wollensky Restaurant Group is an operator of high-end, high-volume steakhouses located in major cities across the United States. Smith & Wollensky is one of the few national steakhouses that dry-ages and hand-butchers USDA Prime beef on premise to ensure unparalleled quality, tender texture and outstanding flavor. Smith & Wollensky is based in Boston, Massachusetts.

Buy -
FOLLOWING DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2017-09-17 Mercantile Entertainment Group

Dublin, Ireland

Mercantile Entertainment Group is an owner and operator of restaurants, bars and hotels in Ireland. The Company was established in 2011 and is based in Dublin.

Sell -
Mergr

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