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closed 3/21/2018 via PR Web

SAE International, acquired CALISO Corporation

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synopsis: SAE International, an association committed to being the ultimate knowledge source for the engineering profession, has acquired CALISO Corporation. CALISO offers a portfolio of 42 online courses designed to help companies comply with quality, environmental and safety standards and regulations.
buyer: SAE International
SAE International is a global association committed to being the ultimate knowledge source for the engineering profession. By uniting over 127,000 engineers and technical experts, they drive knowledge and expertise across a broad spectrum of industries. "
 target: CALISO Corporation
CALISO Corporation offers a portfolio of 42 online courses designed to help companies comply with quality, environmental and safety standards and regulations. The courses offered include quality, safety and environmental management standards such as SAE’s AS9100.
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closed 4/19/2006 via BusinessWire

Axia Health Management, acquired My ePHIT

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synopsis: Axia Health Management, a national leader in preventive health care, has announced the acquisition of My ePHIT (Personal Health Improvement Training), a Salt Lake City-based company that pioneered a Web-based, highly customized and personalized health improvement support.
buyer parent: Healthways, Inc.
buyer: Axia Health Management
Axia Health Management is a leading national provider of preventive health programs which help individuals make lifestyle changes to improve their health and reduce the risk of disability and disease. "
 target: My ePHIT
My-ePHIT (Personal Health Improvement Training) is a web-based health improvement solution that Health Plans, Corporations, Individuals, and other entities are using to dramatically and positively impact: profitability goals retention of members and employees productivity, and overall health.
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closed 1/21/2021 via BusinessWire

American Safety Council, acquired S/P2

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synopsis: American Safety Council announced the acquisition of S/P2, a provider of online safety and professional training and credentialing for career technical schools and the automotive, heavy-duty/diesel, welding, construction, cosmetology and culinary industries.
buyer parent: Ridgemont Equity Partners
buyer: American Safety Council
American Safety Council provides critical training and education to more than two million customers each year. ASC works with government agencies, and the private sector to ensure the content of the Company’s online courses is best-in-class and compliant with applicable laws, or industry standards. "
 target: S/P2
Since 2002, S/P2 has provided the best in industry-specific, online training in safety, environmental, ethics, human resources, mentoring, sustainability, and soft skills. More than 175,000 students and employees receive training each year.
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closed 9/9/2020 via GlobeNewswire

LRN, acquired Interactive Services Limited

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synopsis: Ethics and compliance education and technology company LRN Corporation has acquired Interactive Services, the Ireland-based global compliance and online learning firm. The combined organization will help companies build and implement effective compliance programs and foster values-based and ethical cultures and workforces.
buyer parent: Leeds Equity Partners
buyer: LRN
LRN has helped over 25 million people at more than 700 companies worldwide simultaneously navigate complex legal and regulatory environments and make ethical decisions. LRN has also helped hundreds of companies foster ethical, responsible, and inclusive cultures. "
 target: Interactive Services Limited
Based in Dublin, Interactive Services provides award-winning learning solutions to the biggest brands in the world. Alongside the fastest growing ethics & compliance content library solution in the marketplace, the company also offers creative custom online and person-to-person learning design.
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closed 4/20/2017 via PR Newswire

EverFi, Inc., acquired Workplace Answers, LLC

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synopsis: EVERFI, Inc., the nation's leading education technology innovator, announced the acquisition of online compliance training company Workplace Answers. The acquisition of Workplace Answers, also includes their Campus Answers brand, which provides faculty and staff training around critical campus issues like sexual harassment prevention training.
buyer: EverFi, Inc.
EVERFI is the leading education tech company that provides learners of all ages education for the real world, through innovative and scalable digital learning. EVERFI is fueled by its Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) subscription model and has certified over 16 million learners in critical skill areas. "
 target: Workplace Answers, LLC
Since 1997, Workplace Answers (WPA) has helped companies across the globe foster ethical, inclusive and secure workplaces with online compliance training. In 2014, WPA launched its Campus Answers division, to serve the higher education market.
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closed 9/29/2015 via BusinessWire

Workplace Answers, LLC, acquired Click 4 Compliance

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synopsis: Austin-based governance, risk management, and online compliance training provider Workplace Answers, LLC has announced its acquisition of Click 4 Compliance LLC. Click 4 Compliance is an eLearning company that provides high-quality, cost-effective, comprehensive, and easy-to-understand online compliance and ethics training courses.
buyer: Workplace Answers, LLC
Workplace Answers provides engaging compliance training to private corporations, governments and higher education institutions. Workplace Answers is renowned for its compliance training that is evidence-based and uses a proprietary story-based learning approach that engages the learner. "
 target: Click 4 Compliance
Click 4 Compliance is an eLearning company that provides high-quality, cost-effective, comprehensive, and easy-to-understand online compliance and ethics training courses – without the complicated “legal-ese” found in typical training programs.
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closed 9/13/2010 via Company Press Release

SAI Global Inc., acquired Integrity Interactive Corporation

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synopsis: Castanea Partners and Weston Presidio have completed their previously announced sale of Integrity Interactive Corporation to SAI Global Limited. Integrity helps companies, including many global Fortune 100 companies, build compliance and ethics programs, employee communications tools and third party risk management solutions.
buyer: SAI Global Inc. (ASX:SAI:$436.24)
SAI Global provides organizations around the world with information services and solutions for managing risk, achieving compliance and driving business improvement. SAI Global Compliance clients have built stronger corporate cultures and more effective all-around programs with SAI's solutions. "
 target parent: Castanea Partners
target: Integrity Interactive Corporation
Integrity Interactive Corporation provides compliance and ethics online training to multinational companies. Integrity helps companies develop, design and implement best practice ethics and compliance programs that improve employee performance, protect brand image and reduce legal risk.
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closed 3/26/2020 via Company Press Release

Registrar Corp, acquired 22000-Tools

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synopsis: Registrar Corp, a leading provider of U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) compliance services, announced its acquisition of Vinca, LLC (www.22000-Tools.com).  22000-Tools.com has provided online training for food safety management systems since 2001.  Over 10,000 global users have utilized their 100% online courses.
buyer parent: Bertram Capital Management LLC
buyer: Registrar Corp
Registrar Corp is a leading SaaS assisted provider of U.S. Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”) compliance services to domestic and foreign food, medical device, drugs, and cosmetic facilities. Registrar Corp was founded in 2003 and has headquarters in Hampton, Virginia, USA. "
 target: 22000-Tools
22000-Tools.com by Vinca, LLC has provided online training for food safety management systems since 2001. Over 10,000 global users have utilized their 100% online courses, which cover topics including ISO 22000, FSSC 22000, SQF, ISO 9001, GFSI, FSMA, and more.
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closed 11/4/2020 via BNC Analysis

Health & Safety Institute, acquired Vado, Inc.

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synopsis: Health & Safety Institute (HSI), a recognized leader in Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) and workforce development software, training, and compliance solutions, announced it has acquired leading e-learning provider Vado, Inc. Vado offers an online training curriculum for essential employee business skills and workplace compliance topics.
buyer parent: Waud Capital Partners, LLC
buyer: Health & Safety Institute
The Health & Safety Institute (HSI) is a family of well-known and respected brands in the Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) space. Its brands span the broad range of needs in EH&S – from emergency care training; to workplace safety training, tracking and reporting; and more. "
 target: Vado, Inc.
Vado offers an online training curriculum for essential employee business skills and workplace compliance topics. The Vado catalog of more than 425 courses spans subject areas including: management development, customer service, compliance toolkits, and sexual harassment and discrimination training.
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closed 8/19/2020 via BNC Analysis

Hansefit GmbH & Co. KG, acquired Fitbase Institut für Online Prävention GmbH

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synopsis: Hansefit, an international network for company fitness offerings, acquires Fitbase, a leading German provider of digital health prevention solutions. Fitbase provides certified prevention courses available online and via app at any time. Fitbase was founded in Hamburg in 2014 by Johannes Heering and Dr. René Bohnsack.
buyer parent: Waterland Private Equity Investments
buyer: Hansefit GmbH & Co. KG
Hansefit is a leading company fitness network in Germany. The company serves as an aggregating platform for corporate fitness and allows employees of corporate clients access to numerous partnerships such as fitness studios, swimming pools, spa services and physiotherapy. "
 target: Fitbase Institut für Online Prävention GmbH
Fitbase was founded in Hamburg in 2014 by Johannes Heering and Dr. René Bohnsack and is a pioneer in the development of digital and innovative prevention solutions in the field of occupational health promotion. Solutions include certified prevention courses available online and via app at any time.
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closed 6/22/2011 via BusinessWire

Kaplan, Inc., acquired Structuralia

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synopsis: Kaplan, the global provider of training and education, has acquired Madrid-based Structuralia, the leader in e-learning for the engineering and infrastructure sector in Spain, for an undisclosed sum. Structuralia provides training to more than 85,000 staff employed at more than 1,350 companies.
buyer parent: The Washington Post Company
buyer: Kaplan, Inc.
Kaplan, Inc., is a leading international provider of educational and career services for individuals, schools and businesses. Kaplan serves students of all ages through a wide array of offerings including higher education, test preparation, professional training and programs for kids and schools. "
 target: Structuralia
Structuralia is a leading e-learning Postgraduate and Executive Engineering School that invests in developing specialized online training programs for the Construction, Infrastructure, Energy and Engineering sectors. Structuralia offers 16 Master’s degree programmes and 11 Executive Programs.
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closed 2/3/2021 via GlobeNewswire

Rethink First, acquired Whil Concepts Inc.

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synopsis: Rethink First, a global health technology company, has acquired Whil Concepts, Inc. from Hold It All Inc., the holding company for the business interests of Chip and Shannon Wilson. Whil is a digital wellbeing training solution for companies. Whil's mobile solutions help driven professionals accomplish their health, performance and sleep goals.
buyer parent: K1 Investment Management
buyer: Rethink First
Rethink First is a global health technology company providing cloud-based treatment tools, training and clinical supports for individuals with developmental disabilities and their caregivers. Rethink’s clients include leading organizations in behavioral health, employee benefits and education. "
 target parent: Hold It All Inc.
target: Whil Concepts Inc.
Whil is a digital wellbeing training solution for companies. Whil's mobile-first solutions help driven professionals accomplish their health, performance, relationship and sleep goals. Their daily sessions and mini courses reduces employee stress, absenteeism, turnover and healthcare costs.
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closed 10/23/2019 via Company Press Release

Hintsa Performance, acquired Fifth Corner Inc.

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synopsis: Hintsa Performance, a Finland-based world leader in human high-performance coaching, has acquired Fifth Corner, Finland's wellbeing technology company that develops digital, science-based tools, equipping people to create new routines for better balance and improved performance.
buyer: Hintsa Performance
Headquartered in Finland, Hintsa Performance is a world leader in human high-performance coaching. Clients from Formula 1 champions and Fortune 500 CEOs to executive teams and business professionals worldwide, trust Hintsa’s performance coaches and specialists to help them succeed. "
 target: Fifth Corner Inc.
Headquartered in Finland, Fifth Corner is a wellbeing technology company. It develops digital, science-based tools, equipping people to create new routines for better balance and improved performance. It works with health care providers, insurers and companies to develop digital tools and content.
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closed 7/21/2016 via PR Newswire

EverFi, Inc., acquired LawRoom

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synopsis: EverFi, the leading education technology company focused on critical skills and prevention education for K-12, higher education and adult learners, announced the acquisition of compliance education leader LawRoom. LawRoom delivers online compliance training to thousands of organizations across the country.
buyer: EverFi, Inc.
EverFi, Inc. is the education technology leader that empowers K-12, higher education, and adult learners with the skills needed to be successful in life and work. "
 target: LawRoom
LawRoom is an award-winning online training for leading tech companies and universities. It has delivered online compliance training to thousands of organizations across the country on topics including anti-harassment, ethics, data security, FCPA and Title IX.
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closed 8/22/2018 via BNC Analysis

Everyday Health, Inc., acquired PRIME

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synopsis: Everyday Health Group, a leader in patient and provider education, announced that it has purchased Prime Education, LLC, a nationally recognized medical education and outcomes research company known for its award-winning, systems-based work and extensive peer-reviewed publications in research-informed interprofessional continuing education (CE).
buyer parent: j2 Global, Inc.
buyer: Everyday Health, Inc. (EVDY:$253.92)
Everyday Health operates a leading digital marketing and communications platform for healthcare companies that want to engage with consumers and healthcare professionals. Their platform combines premier content from leading brands, an engaged audience, and extensive data and analytics expertise. "
 target: PRIME
Founded in 1994, PRIME is a nationally recognized medical education and outcomes research company that has, as its mission, to enhance the interprofessional health team’s knowledge, skills/strategy, and performance in caring for patients.
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closed 3/7/2018 via PR Web

Health & Safety Institute, acquired Vivid Learning Systems, Inc.

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synopsis: Health & Safety Institute, the leader in Environmental Health and Safety software and compliance services, announced it has acquired Vivid Learning Systems, one of the nation's fastest-growing providers of online safety training. Vivid's online safety courses promote engagement that creates lasting memorability, influencing safe working behaviors.
buyer parent: The Riverside Company
buyer: Health & Safety Institute
The Health & Safety Institute is a family of respected brands in the Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) space. Its brands span the broad range of needs in EHS - from emergency care training; to workplace safety training; to the management of chemical inventories through software tools. "
 target: Vivid Learning Systems, Inc.
Vivid Learning Systems makes life easier for safety professionals. Vivid creates online safety training for a safer, smarter workforce. Vivid's online safety courses promote engagement that creates lasting memorability, influencing safe working behaviors.
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closed 10/7/2020 via PR Newswire

Health & Safety Institute, acquired SOS Intl

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synopsis: Health & Safety Institute (HSI), a recognized leader in Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) software, training, and compliance solutions, announced it has acquired leading energy utilities training and compliance provider, SOS Intl.
buyer parent: Waud Capital Partners, LLC
buyer: Health & Safety Institute
The Health & Safety Institute (HSI) is a family of well-known and respected brands in the Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) space. Its brands span the broad range of needs in EH&S – from emergency care training; to workplace safety training, tracking and reporting; and more. "
 target: SOS Intl
SOS Intl is a leading provider of training and advisory services to the power industry. SOS tracks and interprets NERC Reliability Standards and expertly translates them into customized education and advisory services, helping to manage risk and ensure reliability for the North American power grid.
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closed 12/11/2014 via PR Web

Lifeloc Technologies, acquired Superior Training Solutions, Inc

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synopsis: Lifeloc Technologies, Inc. a leading manufacturer of Evidential Breath Testing equipment and provider of Breath Alcohol Technician training announced that the company has acquired Superior Training Solutions (STS) of Wimberley, Texas, a prominent online training business specializing in supervisor and employee drug and alcohol education.
buyer: Lifeloc Technologies (OTCPK:LCTC:$8.94)
Lifeloc Technologies designs, engineers and manufactures precision fuel-cell based breath alcohol testing equipment (breathalyzers) for professional and personal use. "
 target: Superior Training Solutions, Inc
The Superior Training Solutions, Inc. (STS) mission is to create and continually renew workplace drug and alcohol education programs for supervisors and employees. They accomplish their mission by: constantly monitoring Federal regulations, updating industry specific information and more.
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closed 7/15/2015 via BNC Analysis

CPL Training Ltd., acquired abv Training Ltd.

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synopsis: CPL Training Limited has acquired abv Training, one of the leading hospitality training companies in the UK, strengthening the company’s portfolio of training and e-learning products. abv Training offers face-to-face and e-learning training, delivering compliance courses including Personal Licence; APLH and SCPLH, and more.
buyer: CPL Training Ltd.
The CPL Training Group is the leading provider of face-to-face training and online e-learning courses to the licensed retail and hospitality sectors. Comprising CPL Training, CPL Online, CPL eLearning, it delivers over a thousand APLH and SCPLH face-to-face courses around the UK. "
 target: abv Training Ltd.
abv Training offers face-to-face and e-learning training, delivering compliance courses including Personal Licence; APLH and SCPLH, as well as a range of soft skills training including customer service.
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closed 3/30/2020 via BNC Analysis

Unacademy, acquired Kreatryx

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synopsis: India's largest education technology platform Unacademy has acquired Kreatryx, a Delhi-based online exam preparation startup. With the acquisition, Kreatryx, whose platform offers services for exams such as GATE and ESE, will continue to operate as a separate brand under the Unacademy Brands umbrella.
buyer: Unacademy
Unacademy is India's largest education platform, offering over 2,400 online lessons and specialised courses to prepare for various competitive exams. Through Unacademy's mobile app, users can attend live classes by top educators and prepare via Live Test Series, Quizzes, Practice Section, and more. "
 target: Kreatryx
Kreatryx is an ed-tech start-up in India that provides Top quality GATE Exam training for all through its online products and postal study courses. Kreatryx aims to bridge the gap between a student's performance and potential by providing a platform for personalized learning and self-evaluation.
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SAE International, acquired CALISO Corporation

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synopsis: SAE International, an association committed to being the ultimate knowledge source for the engineering profession, has acquired CALISO Corporation. CALISO offers a portfolio of 42 online courses designed to help companies comply with quality, environmental and safety standards and regulations.
buyer: SAE International
SAE International is a global association committed to being the ultimate knowledge source for the engineering profession. By uniting over 127,000 engineers and technical experts, they drive knowledge and expertise across a broad spectrum of industries. "
 target: CALISO Corporation
CALISO Corporation offers a portfolio of 42 online courses designed to help companies comply with quality, environmental and safety standards and regulations. The courses offered include quality, safety and environmental management standards such as SAE’s AS9100.
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closed 2/3/2020 via Company Press Release

The SMi Group merged with Tech Briefs Media Group,

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synopsis: SMi Group Ltd, a global company that specialises in the production of Business-to-Business Conferences, Workshops and Masterclasses, has merged with Tech Briefs Media Group, a publisher of design engineering magazines and supplements. SMi creates and delivers events in the Defence, Security, Energy, Utilities, Finance and Pharmaceutical sectors.
buyer parent: SAE International
buyer: Tech Briefs Media Group
Tech Briefs Media Group is a publisher of design engineering magazines and supplements. Tech Briefs Media Group offers a diverse set of print and digital resources that delivers unparalleled coverage of the design engineering market across multiple disciplines. "
 target: The SMi Group
The SMi Group is a highly Professional, Independent and Global company that specialises in the production of Business-to-Business Conferences, Workshops and Masterclasses. SMi creates and delivers events in the Defence, Security, Energy, Utilities, Finance and Pharmaceutical sectors.
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closed 3/21/2018 via PR Web

SAE International, acquired CALISO Corporation

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synopsis: SAE International, an association committed to being the ultimate knowledge source for the engineering profession, has acquired CALISO Corporation. CALISO offers a portfolio of 42 online courses designed to help companies comply with quality, environmental and safety standards and regulations.
buyer: SAE International
SAE International is a global association committed to being the ultimate knowledge source for the engineering profession. By uniting over 127,000 engineers and technical experts, they drive knowledge and expertise across a broad spectrum of industries. "
 target: CALISO Corporation
CALISO Corporation offers a portfolio of 42 online courses designed to help companies comply with quality, environmental and safety standards and regulations. The courses offered include quality, safety and environmental management standards such as SAE’s AS9100.
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closed 1/20/2014 via Company Press Release

SAE International, acquired Effective Training, Inc.

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synopsis: SAE International bolstered its engineering fundamentals portfolio of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) learning products by acquiring Effective Training, Inc. ("ETI"). Their products include: software, videos, Web-based training, digital instructor kits, reference books and materials, textbooks and workbooks.
buyer: SAE International
SAE International, The Society of Automotive Engineers, is the premier membership society dedicated to advancing mobility engineering worldwide. It is a global association of more than 134,000 engineers and related technical experts in the aerospace, automotive and commercial-vehicle industries. "
 target: Effective Training, Inc.
Effective Training, Inc. is a global leader in the field of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing. They provide training to thousands of companies, corporations and educational organizations around the world.
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closed 4/3/2012 via PR Newswire

SAE International, acquired Tech Briefs Media Group

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synopsis: SAE International has acquired ABP International, dba Tech Briefs Media Group. With primary offices in New York and New Jersey, Tech Briefs Media Group employs 35 people and publishes a variety of design engineering magazines and supplements in both print and digital formats, including their well-known flagship publication, NASA Tech Briefs.
buyer: SAE International
SAE International, The Society of Automotive Engineers, is the premier membership society dedicated to advancing mobility engineering worldwide. It is a global association of more than 134,000 engineers and related technical experts in the aerospace, automotive and commercial-vehicle industries. "
 target: Tech Briefs Media Group
With primary offices in New York and New Jersey, Tech Briefs Media Group publishes a variety of design engineering magazines and supplements in both print and digital formats, including their well-known flagship publication, NASA Tech Briefs.
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closed 8/31/2009 via PR Newswire

SAE International, acquired Convergence Transportation Electronics Association Conference

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synopsis: Continuing to expand its overall portfolio of programs, products and services in the area of mobility electronics, SAE International has purchased all rights to the Convergence Transportation Electronics Association Conference (Convergence) from the Convergence Transportation Electronics Association (CTEA).
buyer: SAE International
SAE International, The Society of Automotive Engineers, is the premier membership society dedicated to advancing mobility engineering worldwide. "
 target parent: CTEA
target: Convergence Transportation Electronics Association Conference
For over 30 years, the Convergence Conference and Exhibition has served the automotive and transportation electronics community by delivering relevant technology solutions and an electrifying line-up of invited speakers and presenters.
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Circuit Technology, Inc., acquired Soldering Training & Certification

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synopsis: Circuit Technology Inc., a leading IPC and soldering training organization is pleased to announce that it has acquired Soldering Training & Certification (STC), a Minnesota based training organization. STC is an authorized member of IPC–Association Connecting Electronics Industries, and a national training provider of IPC certifications.
buyer: Circuit Technology, Inc.
Circuit Technology Inc. is a leading IPC and soldering training organization. Circuit Technology's IPC certified trainers have an average of 24 years experience in the circuit board assembly/manufacturing field. "
 target: Soldering Training & Certification
Soldering Training & Certification (STC) is a Minnesota based training organization. STC is an authorized member of IPC–Association Connecting Electronics Industries, and a national training provider of IPC certifications.
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closed 7/15/2014 via PR Web

Telemedia, Inc., acquired American Trainco

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synopsis: Telemedia, LLC, a leading developer of industrial skills and maintenance training solutions, has acquired American Trainco, Inc. American Trainco, Inc. operates outside of Denver, Colorado and excels in developing workforces through open enrollment and in-house live industrial skills training classes.
buyer parent: Renovus Capital
buyer: Telemedia, Inc.
Telemedia is a provider of technical skills training content and programs for large industrial companies around the world. These programs train industrial workers to maintain and operate complex machinery, observe proper safety precautions and comply with government regulations. "
 target: American Trainco
American Trainco provides live training for maintenance personnel working in industrial plants and large building facilities. Their courses are practical, complete, consistent, and designed to bring students up to speed in their topic of study as quickly and safely as possible.
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closed 7/6/2011 via PR Newswire

LeCroy Corporation, acquired beTheSignal

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synopsis: LeCroy Corp, a leading supplier of oscilloscopes, protocol analyzers and serial data test solutions, has acquired Bogatin Enterprises ("beTheSignal"), a leading provider of training and publications that help engineers transform complex signal integrity problems into practical design solutions.
buyer: LeCroy Corporation (LCRY:$0.00)
LeCroy Corporation is a worldwide leader in serial data test solutions, creating advanced instruments that drive product innovation by quickly measuring, analyzing and verifying complex electronic signals. "
 target: beTheSignal
Training classes and publications from Bogatin Enterprises ("beTheSignal") transform complex signal integrity problems into practical design solutions. Bogatin Enterprises specializes in making complex signal integrity topics easy to understand while strengthening engineering intuition.
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closed 6/22/2011 via BusinessWire

Kaplan, Inc., acquired Structuralia

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synopsis: Kaplan, the global provider of training and education, has acquired Madrid-based Structuralia, the leader in e-learning for the engineering and infrastructure sector in Spain, for an undisclosed sum. Structuralia provides training to more than 85,000 staff employed at more than 1,350 companies.
buyer parent: The Washington Post Company
buyer: Kaplan, Inc.
Kaplan, Inc., is a leading international provider of educational and career services for individuals, schools and businesses. Kaplan serves students of all ages through a wide array of offerings including higher education, test preparation, professional training and programs for kids and schools. "
 target: Structuralia
Structuralia is a leading e-learning Postgraduate and Executive Engineering School that invests in developing specialized online training programs for the Construction, Infrastructure, Energy and Engineering sectors. Structuralia offers 16 Master’s degree programmes and 11 Executive Programs.
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NetQoS, Inc., acquired Pine Mountain Group Inc.

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synopsis: NetQoS(R) Inc. has completed its acquisition of Pine Mountain Group Inc. (PMG), a privately held consulting company based in Orangevale, Calif., and its PMG NetAnalyst(R) certification program.
buyer: NetQoS, Inc.
NetQoS provides network and application performance management software and services that improve application delivery across the world’s most complex networks. NetQoS Performance Center is used to monitor application service levels, troubleshoot problems quickly, and plan for change. "
 target: Pine Mountain Group Inc.
Pine Mountain Group Inc. (PMG), a privately held consulting company based in Orangevale, California. Our NetAnalysts pride themselves on solving the toughest challenges in the industry and are supported by the latest network analysis equipment, training and knowledge.
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Edif ERA, acquired Matthews Engineering Training Ltd

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synopsis: Edif ERA, a company owned by the Edif Group, announced the acquisition of Matthews Engineering Training Ltd. Matthews Engineering Training is a market leading provider of ASME and API certified inspector courses for individuals and smaller contractors, as well as in-house training tailored to the needs of blue chip and corporate clients.
buyer parent: Edif Group Management Ltd.
buyer: Edif ERA
Edif ERA provides specialist engineering consultancy helping clients reduce risk, improve operational performance and comply with functional safety and regulatory requirements. They provide specialist, technology-based services including design and development, testing, assessment and expert advice."
 target: Matthews Engineering Training Ltd
Matthews Engineering Training offers specialised training in ASME, API and pressure equipment-related subjects from the UK and other countries. Their training courses cover a broad range of technical subjects within the field of plant inspection.
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closed 11/17/2017 via Company Press Release

UL, Inc, acquired ChemADVISOR

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synopsis: UL has acquired ChemADVISOR. ChemADVISOR is a leading provider of Environmental, Health, Safety, and Transportation information & regulatory compliance solutions to the global chemical-based manufacturing industry. The company offers database products, training programs and consulting services for handling hazardous materials.
buyer: UL, Inc
UL fosters safe living and working conditions for people everywhere through the application of science to solve safety, security and sustainability challenges. The UL Mark engenders trust enabling the safe adoption of innovative new products and technologies. "
 target: ChemADVISOR
ChemADVISOR is a leading provider of Environmental, Health, Safety, and Transportation information & regulatory compliance solutions to the global chemical-based manufacturing industry. The company offers database products, training programs and consulting services for handling hazardous materials.
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closed 1/21/2021 via BusinessWire

American Safety Council, acquired S/P2

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synopsis: American Safety Council announced the acquisition of S/P2, a provider of online safety and professional training and credentialing for career technical schools and the automotive, heavy-duty/diesel, welding, construction, cosmetology and culinary industries.
buyer parent: Ridgemont Equity Partners
buyer: American Safety Council
American Safety Council provides critical training and education to more than two million customers each year. ASC works with government agencies, and the private sector to ensure the content of the Company’s online courses is best-in-class and compliant with applicable laws, or industry standards. "
 target: S/P2
Since 2002, S/P2 has provided the best in industry-specific, online training in safety, environmental, ethics, human resources, mentoring, sustainability, and soft skills. More than 175,000 students and employees receive training each year.
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announced 5/31/2012 via Company Press Release

Site Skills Group Pty Ltd, will acquire Axis Training Group Pty Ltd.

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synopsis: Site Skills Group announced it would acquire Axis Training Group. The Axis Training Group is a privately owned company specialising in safety, skills and environmental training for the Oil & Gas, Mining & Resources and Construction industries.
buyer: Site Skills Group Pty Ltd (ASX:SIT:$13.48)
Site Group International is an Australian registered public company which has operations in both Australia and the Philippines. It provides Australian vocational training in Asia. Site offers a range of training programs designed for the Mining & Processing, Oil & Gas and Construction industries. "
 target: Axis Training Group Pty Ltd.
The Axis Training Group is a privately owned company specialising in safety, skills and environmental training for the Oil & Gas, Mining & Resources and Construction industries.
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$0.17
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announced 7/21/2014 via BNC Analysis

ASK Pravi Capital Advisors Pvt. Ltd, will acquire Gateforum Educational Services Private Limited

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synopsis: Education company Educomp Solutions Limited has decided to divest its entire 55.41 per cent equity stake in the engineering exam training arm Gateforum Educational Services Private Limited to private equity firm ASK Pravi Capital Advisors. GateForum is the largest organization in the field of GATE training, with a presence in more than 65 cities.
buyer: ASK Pravi Capital Advisors Pvt. Ltd
ASK Pravi Capital Advisors Private Limited is a private equity investment advisory firm. ASK Pravi is a joint venture between ASK Group and Pravi Capital, a unique combination of a wealth management and advisory services institution with an experienced entrepreneurial investment management team. "
 target parent: Educomp Solutions Limited
target: Gateforum Educational Services Private Limited
GATEFORUM is the largest organization in the field of GATE training, with a presence in more than 65 cities and having trained more than 1,00,000 students since inception. GATEFORUM is the number 1 institute for preparation for GATE Exam.
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closed 11/4/2015 via BNC Analysis

Aspire2, acquired Safety 'n Action Ltd

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synopsis: Aspire2 Group, the newly formed training organisation backed by Australian private equity firm Archer Capital, will acquire Safety ‘n Action. Safety ‘n Action was established in 2001 and has grown exponentially to become New Zealand’s most renowned Health & Safety Training provider.
buyer parent: Archer Capital
buyer: Aspire2
Aspire2 Group is a newly formed training organisation backed by Australian private equity firm Archer Capital. Aspire2 was formed through the acquisition of five New Zealand based private education businesses. "
 target: Safety 'n Action Ltd
Safety n Action was established in 2001 and has grown exponentially to become NZ’s most renowned Health & Safety Training provider.
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closed 8/21/2019 via BusinessWire

Helmerich & Payne, Inc., acquired DrillScan

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synopsis: Helmerich & Payne, Inc. announced its wholly owned subsidiary, Helmerich & Payne Technologies, LLC, has acquired DrillScan, a leading provider of proprietary drilling engineering software, well engineering services and training for the oil and gas industry. They are based in Villeurbanne, France.
buyer: Helmerich & Payne, Inc. (:$2,853.17)
Helmerich & Payne, Inc. is a publicly traded company dedicated to improving lives through affordable energy by safely providing performance driven drilling services. "
 target: DrillScan
DrillScan is a leading provider of proprietary drilling engineering software, well engineering services and training for the oil and gas industry. They are based in Villeurbanne, France.
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closed 11/9/2018 via BNC Analysis

Mintra Group, acquired Atlas Knowledge

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synopsis: The HR, competence and training specialist Mintra Group has acquired Aberdeen headquartered learning technology services firm Atlas Knowledge. Atlas Knowledge is a leading provider of digital learning solutions to safety critical industries worldwide.
buyer parent: The Riverside Company
buyer: Mintra Group (OB:MNTR:$25.86)
MINTRA GROUP is a leading global partner for companies within oil and gas, maritime, construction and renewables looking to achieve cost effective management of HR, competence and training. "
 target parent: HgCapital
target: Atlas Knowledge
Atlas Knowledge is a leading provider of digital learning solutions to safety critical industries worldwide. Atlas has served the learning and compliance needs of standards bodies, regulators and more than 1,700 corporate customers, including 6 of the top 10 largest energy companies in the world.
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closed 6/30/2012 via BNC Analysis

ASCO plc, acquired NSL Ltd.

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synopsis: ASCO, the world's leading oil and gas logistics company, announced that it has acquired North Sea Lifting Limited (NSL) - an international safety training and lifting specialist.
buyer: ASCO plc
ASCO is a leading international Oil & Gas logistics company. Their services include: on and offshore logistics, international freight management, waste management, personnel, and marine. "
 target: NSL Ltd.
NSL is one of the oilfield’s leading training companies and suppliers of specialist personnel. Not only do they train but they also perform technical reviews or audits on your lifting operations to identify any weaknesses or problems. They can then make recommendations as to how to fix them.
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announced 3/26/2014 via BNC Analysis

SiteGroup International, will acquire Competent Project Management

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synopsis: The Board of Directors of Site Group International Limited are pleased to announce the agreement to acquire Competent Project Management Pte Ltd (CPM). CPM was established by Phil Costelloe and his experienced team of industry professionals who specialise in providing technical support to clients primarily in the Energy Sector.
buyer: SiteGroup International (ASX:SIT:$13.48)
Site Group International is an Australian registered public company which has operations in both Australia and the Philippines. It provides Australian vocational training in Asia. Site offers a range of training programs designed for the Mining & Processing, Oil & Gas and Construction industries. "
 target: Competent Project Management
Competent Project Management Pte Ltd offers technical training for personnel and developing and aligning competence based technical curriculum to match the requirements of clients in the energy sector. The company is based in Australia.
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closed 2/25/2008 via PR Newswire

EPiC Energy Resources, Inc., acquired Epic Integrated Solutions, LLC

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synopsis: EPiC Energy Resources, Inc. a provider of engineering & consulting services to the energy industry, announced that is has acquired Epic Integrated Solutions, LLC in a stock and cash transaction valued at $4.3 million. The acquisition is anticipated to be accretive to earnings in 2008.
buyer: EPiC Energy Resources, Inc. (EPCC:$47.54)
EPiC Energy Resources is an integrated energy company based in The Woodlands, Texas. EPiC is focused on providing both energy engineering & consulting services along with acquiring, developing and optimizing energy assets. "
 target: Epic Integrated Solutions, LLC
Epic Integrated Solutions, LLC was formed with the vision of providing the Oil and Gas sector with industry leading global training, operations documentation, data integration, and consulting services. We have positioned ourselves at the forefront of the global operations support market.
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$3.07 [$2.43]
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$3
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announced 7/23/2020 via GlobeNewswire

Hexatronic Group AB, will acquire The Light Brigade Inc.

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synopsis: Hexatronic Group AB (publ), a Swedish technology group which specializes in fiber communications, will acquire The Light Brigade Inc. from AFL Telecommunications, a provider of fiber optic products. Light Brigade is a provider of fiber optic training services. They provide training to various sectors, including wireless, utility, mining, and more.
buyer: Hexatronic Group AB (OM:HTRO:$275.60)
Hexatronic is an innovative Swedish technology group, specializing in fiber communications. They provide products and solutions for the fiber optic network and together, their five independent, entrepreneurial companies offer a full range of passive infrastructure. "
 target parent: Fujikura
target: The Light Brigade Inc.
Light Brigade is a provider of fiber optic training services. Light Brigade has trained over 60,000 people worldwide in its instructor-led classes. They provide training to the wireless, broadband communication, service providers, data centre, electric utility, mining, and industrial market sectors.
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