Analysys Mason to acquire Germany-based PE consulting firm Telescope Advisory Partners

The transaction enhances Analysys Mason's global market reach, commercial due diligence competencies and AI capabilities

Telescope Advisory Partners, a Munich and Frankfurt-based transaction support, value creation and innovation strategy consulting boutique specialising in commercial due diligence and strategy support, will join forces with Analysys Mason, the global technology, media and telecoms consultancy.

The transaction is supported by Analysys Mason's existing investment partner Bridgepoint, which partnered with the company in 2022 via Bridgepoint Development Capital, a lower middle-market fund focused on supporting fast-growing businesses across Europe.

Telescope and Analysys Mason are recognised leaders in the transaction support sector, helping clients to make the best investment decisions at every stage of the deal lifecycle and accelerating value creation across the investment journey. Telescope's sector experience and focus is on software, IT services and sustainable cities, while Analysys Mason has unparalleled expertise in digital infrastructure such as communication towers and data centres, ICT (information and communication technology) and IoT (Internet of Things).

This combination leverages the strengths of both companies, creating a comprehensive service offering for small, medium and large-cap private equity buy-out and infrastructure investors. The combined entity is set for growth and innovation, particularly in the field of artificial intelligence (AI), where both firms already support clients in navigating AI opportunities, enhancing business valuation and margins, and integrating AI into the investment cycle.

"We are thrilled to join forces with Telescope," said Bram Moerman, CEO of Analysys Mason. "This acquisition represents a significant step forward in our mission to deliver unparalleled value to our clients and enhances our transaction support delivery capabilities in the DACH region. Our combined expertise in AI and the private equity markets will enable us to offer even more innovative solutions."

Simon Fischer, co-Managing Partner at Telescope added, "We are looking forward to forming a global transaction and value creation advisory team unique to the private equity and technology sector. The combined resources and skills as well as a common set of values and ways of working will enable us to continue a strong growth trajectory whilst keeping our entrepreneurial spirit."

Ludwig Preller, co-Managing Partner at Telescope commented, "This deal positions us perfectly to seize new growth opportunities especially in the field of technology advisory. After a decade of successful expansion in Germany and Europe, we are excited to extend our expertise to new markets globally, providing a 'global local' precision service focused on global Tech- and IT-Services transactions and to approach new segments of clients together."

Jeannele M'bembath, Director at Bridgepoint added, "We are very excited to support Analysys Mason's continued growth as they welcome Telescope into the fold. This partnership represents a powerful blend of expertise - particularly with respect to AI, due diligence and value creation solutions - that will bring even greater value to current and future clients in Europe and beyond."

The acquisition is expected to be completed by the end of November, subject to customary closing conditions.