Comau (IT) acquired Invent Smart Intralogistic Solutions (BR), a Brazil-based provider of end-to-end automated material handling and intralogistics solutions. The acquisition closed on July 7, 2026.
| Acquirer | Target | Deal Value | Type | Close Date | Announcement Date | Sell-side Advisors |
| Comau (IT) | Invent Smart Intralogistic Solutions (BR) | Undisclosed | Acquisition | 2026-07-07 | 2026-07-07 | Lincoln International |
Invent, founded in 2014 by Leonardo Araki, Augusto Ghiraldello and Igor Uliana, specializes in designing and delivering complete and highly customized solutions for the transportation and sorting of materials across sectors such as retail, distribution, logistics, industrials, and e-commerce. The company's strategic rationale behind the deal is to accelerate its growth with a partner that has deep knowledge of international automation technology markets.
Deal Mechanics
Invent’s shareholders concluded that partnering with Comau would best enable the next phase of their growth cycle. A competitive process led by Lincoln International identified Comau as the optimal strategic fit for Invent, given its strong portfolio and expertise in industrial automation. The deal was completed without disclosing financial terms.
Strategic Rationale
The acquisition aligns with Comau's strategy to expand its reach into intralogistics solutions and further solidify its position as a leader in the global automation market. With Comau’s resources, Invent aims to enhance its offerings, broaden its international presence, and accelerate innovation.
Financial Context
Invent has seen impressive growth over recent years, with EBITDA doubling within 12 months of the deal announcement. The undisclosed financial terms of the acquisition reflect the strategic nature of the deal rather than a straightforward valuation based on current performance metrics.
Advisors
Sell-side advisor Lincoln International supported Invent’s shareholders through all aspects of the transaction, emphasizing its expertise in industrial automation and cross-border transactions. No buy-side advisors were disclosed for Comau or One Equity Partners.
Outlook
The acquisition is expected to create synergies by leveraging Comau's global network and technology portfolio. Invent will continue to operate independently under the leadership of its founding team, focusing on innovation and market expansion in intralogistics solutions.