Anritsu Corporation has acquired a minority stake in SmartViser SAS, accelerating their growth in Automated Testing Solutions
Paris – CFI is pleased to announce that it served as the exclusive investment banker to ANRITSU CORPORATION (“Anritsu”), Japan’s leading provider of test and measurement solutions and products, in its acquisition of a 32.72% stake in SmartViser SAS (“SmartViser”), French pioneer in automated network testing.
Headquartered in Rennes (France), SmartViser SAS is a leading solution provider of automated testing and monitoring for mobile networks and devices. The company’s flagship product, viSer test automation suite, provides seamless testing, monitoring, and troubleshooting capabilities for devices, connectivity, and network performance.
Anritsu is a leading provider of innovative communications test and measurement solutions, precision components, and advanced technologies for wireline and wireless applications.
This transaction aims to enhance both companies’ capabilities in delivering advanced testing solutions to meet the rapidly evolving needs of the telecommunications industry. With this strategic investment, Anritsu is poised to solidify its position as a leading force in telecommunications technology, with SmartViser, thanks to its expertise and network, playing a pivotal role in supporting the Group’s growth and influence within the industry.
The transaction is expected to close pending the necessary regulatory approvals and fulfilment of general conditions for closure.
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Anritsu, Japan’s leading provider of test and measurement solutions and products, has acquired a minority stake in SmartViser SAS, a French pioneer in automated network testing.
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