John Deere Acquires Sentera to Integrate Aerial Field Scouting

Versaterm Acquires DroneSense

July 30, 2025

Software

Versaterm, a global public safety software provider, has acquired DroneSense, a drone operations software company that enables public safety agencies to run Drone as First Responder (DFR) programs. The acquisition integrates DroneSense’s hardware‑agnostic drone management platform into Versaterm’s CAD and incident command systems to expand operational capabilities, improve situational awareness and accelerate drone deployment within emergency response workflows.

Aptean Acquires TRASER Software GmbH

January 8, 2025

Cloud & SaaS

Aptean Inc. has acquired TRASER Software GmbH, a Kiel-based provider of cloud ERP dealer management solutions for the agricultural and construction machinery vertical in the DACH region. The deal expands Aptean's DACH footprint and strengthens its dealer management capabilities tailored to machinery trade, service and rental processes.

DELAIR Acquires SQUADRONE SYSTEM

October 29, 2024

Aerospace & Defense

DELAIR has acquired Grenoble-based drone manufacturer SQUADRONE SYSTEM, a specialist in drone swarms and automated industrial inspection. SQUADRONE SYSTEM was founded in 2014, employs ~22 people and had an estimated €2M revenue in 2024; the purchase accelerates DELAIR's dual civil and defense technological roadmap and strengthens its swarm and inspection capabilities.

Deere & Company Acquires Smart Apply, Inc.

July 14, 2023

Agriculture

Deere & Company (John Deere) has acquired Smart Apply, Inc., an Indianapolis-based developer of the Smart Apply Intelligent Spray Control System, which uses LiDAR and GPS-enabled software to deliver precision spraying for orchards, vineyards, and tree nurseries. The acquisition expands John Deere's high-value crop technology portfolio and brings precision spray hardware and data capabilities that can reduce chemical use and drift while integrating with the John Deere Operations Center.

Intelinair Acquires Aker Technologies

April 4, 2023

Agriculture

Intelinair, an Indianapolis-based provider of aerial imagery and analytics (AGMRI), has acquired Aker Technologies, a digital agronomy and drone-imagery company based in Effingham, Illinois. The deal expands Intelinair’s drone capabilities and product offerings, enhancing its AGMRI platform and operational capacity to better serve farmers and ag retailers; terms were not disclosed.

CNH Industrial to Acquire Augmenta (Raven Brand) to Expand Sense & Act Precision Spraying Technology

March 13, 2023

AI & Machine Learning

CNH Industrial NV announced it will acquire Augmenta, adding the company’s multispectral camera and monitoring software to its precision agriculture “Sense & Act” sprayer technology. The deal is expected to close in the first quarter of 2023, subject to customary closing conditions and regulatory approvals.