Audax Private Equity Acquires Controlling Stake in BlueCat Networks
June 23, 2022
Audax Private Equity has entered into a definitive agreement to make a strategic growth investment in BlueCat Networks, acquiring a controlling stake. Financial terms were not disclosed; Madison Dearborn Partners will fully realize its investment. Audax plans to use its Buy & Build strategy to expand BlueCat’s offerings and accelerate growth.
- Buyers
- Audax Private Equity
- Targets
- BlueCat Networks
- Sellers
- Madison Dearborn Partners, LLC
- Industry
- Cybersecurity
- Location
- Ontario, Canada
- Transaction Type
- Buyout
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