MOBOTIX becomes part of the CERTINA Group. / Thomas Lausten to leave MOBOTIX in June 2025 following the end of his contract.
Konica Minolta has announced the sale of its entire 65% stake in MOBOTIX AG, along with all associated shareholder loans, to CERTINA Software Investments AG, a 100% subsidiary of the Munich-based family equity investor CERTINA Group. The CERTINA Software Division of CERTINA Group specializes in the development and expansion of technology-driven businesses worldwide.
CERTINA acquires the stock-listed MOBOTIX AG shares from KONICA MINOLTA and strengthens its software division.
- Acquisition of an established software and hardware manufacturer of high-end video and surveillance systems
- Strategic step to further expand the existing CERTINA Software Division and strengthen joint development activities
- Increase in CERTINA Group sales to EUR 1.3 billion
The purchase price has not been disclosed, including to the company. Closing is expected to occur in May 2025, and will be subject to mandatory antitrust clearance.
The divestment is part of KONICA MINOLTA's medium plan to divest non-focus business and concentrate on core business areas globally, as outlined in their recent statement. KONICA MINOLTA will continue to focus on the Video Solution and Services as a provider and their Imaging-IoT Solutions business will continue to provide highly valued security and safety. KONICA MINOLTA will keep sourcing from MOBOTIX also in the future.
A New Chapter for MOBOTIX AG
The CERTINA Software Division of CERTINA Group specializes in the development and expansion of technology-driven businesses worldwide. With a strong track record in strategic investments and business transformation, CERTINA brings deep industry expertise and financial backing to support MOBOTIX’s next phase of growth. By leveraging synergies within its broader portfolio, CERTINA aims to enhance MOBOTIX’s market position and drive continued innovation in security and video solutions.
Tobias Eiblmeier, Head of Mergers & Acquisitions CERTINA Group: “The acquisition of MOBOTIX is a strategic step to further strengthen our software investments and underlines our long-term growth ambitions in our Group.”
"We are excited to bring MOBOTIX into our portfolio, as we firmly believe our strategic expertise and commitment to innovation provide the best home for its future. By leveraging synergies with our existing technology investments, we are committed to supporting MOBOTIX’s next phase of growth and market leadership," said Giovanni Santamaria, Managing Partner of CERTINA´s Software division.
“We look forward to working with CERTINA as a strong partner on our side. The combination of our unique hardware designs with innovative software solutions on the edge based on our MOBOTIX DNA will bring exciting opportunities to grow together while utilizing the synergies from all portfolio companies”, stated Christian Cabirol, CTO of MOBOTIX AG.
Klaus Kiener, CFO of MOBOTIX AG, adds: “This transaction will also revitalize the MOBOTIX equity story for our 35% minority shareholders”.
Leadership Transition and Governance Changes
It is expected that all current members of the supervisory board of MOBOTIX AG will resign in the course of the closing of the transaction. CERTINA intends to be appropriately represented on the supervisory board of MOBOTIX AG.
Additionally, key leadership updates include:
Klaus Kiener (CFO) and Christian Cabirol (CTO) have extended their contracts until March 2027, ensuring continuity in financial and technological leadership.
Thomas Lausten (CEO) will leave MOBOTIX in mutual understanding at the end of his current contract in June 2025, working closely with the new leadership team to ensure a smooth transition until then.
“It has been a pleasure to work with our many colleagues, partners and customers around the world during the past 8 years and it is now a good time to change leadership with a new investor. CERTINA will bring significant value to our company with their experience in technology companies and I look forward to work with Giovanni Santamaria, Tobias Eiblmeier and their teams during the transition next months”, says Thomas Lausten.
