Danny Kok has acquired The Music Alliance from co-founders Cor van den Broek and Antonie Bellemakers, who will step down as directors and shareholders effective January 1, 2026. This transition follows a management buy-out process initiated in 2010.
ECI Partners has acquired Paragin, a leading provider of high-stakes exam and assessment software, marking a pivotal moment in the company's evolution since its founding in 2021. This acquisition is set to bolster Paragin's international presence and product offerings.
On February 17, 2026, PIA Group announced its acquisition of MRVO accountants en belastingadviseurs, a firm based in Kwintsheul and Schiedam, aimed at bolstering its regional footprint in the Netherlands.
Polaris has announced a strategic partnership with Valtus, acquiring a majority stake alongside founder Philippe Soullier. This collaboration is set to leverage Valtus' expertise in executive interim management to accelerate growth across global markets.
GBC Group has acquired bytewerk Group, a managed services provider based in Fulda, Germany, marking its tenth strategic acquisition. This deal strengthens GBC's capabilities in IT outsourcing and managed services, reinforcing its commitment to growth in the IT sector.
Strix, a European digital commerce agency, has acquired Eshop Guide, a German Shopify Premier agency, on February 17, 2026. This acquisition aims to bolster Strix's Shopify offerings and expand its team of e-commerce specialists in Germany to over 100.
Minitab, a leader in data analytics solutions, has announced its acquisition of Effex, a provider of advanced design of experiments (DOE) tools. This strategic move aims to enhance Minitab's offerings and support organizations in achieving operational excellence.
Mistral AI has announced a definitive agreement to acquire Koyeb, a company specializing in serverless cloud infrastructure for AI applications. This acquisition, revealed on February 17, 2026, is set to enhance Mistral AI's offerings in the rapidly evolving AI infrastructure market.
KOKS Group has announced the acquisition of Gebroeders Ligthart Carrosserie- en Tankbouw B.V. and Mekos Schagerbrug B.V. on February 17, 2026. This strategic acquisition aims to bolster KOKS Group's position in the specialized construction sector, focusing on high-quality, customized industrial solutions.
Koninklijke Auping has announced the acquisition of Kuperus, a luxury mattress manufacturer, on February 17, 2026. This strategic move is designed to bolster Auping's presence in the premium segment while allowing Kuperus to maintain its brand identity.
