Francisco Partners to Acquire Blackline Safety for Up to $850 Million
April 8, 2026
Blackline Safety has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by an affiliate of Francisco Partners in a deal valued at up to $850 million. The offer is $9.00 per share in cash at closing, plus a contingent value right of up to $0.50 per share, subject to performance tied to annualized recurring revenue targets by October 31, 2027.
- Buyers
- Francisco Partners (affiliate)
- Targets
- Blackline Safety
- Sellers
- DAK Capital Inc., Lowy Family Group, Blackline Safety company leadership (named as rollover/participating shareholders)
- Platforms
- Industry
- Cybersecurity
- Location
- Alberta, Canada
- Transaction Type
- Buyout
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