Comau
Takeover of Invent Smart Intralogistics Solutions
Comau has signed a binding agreement to acquire Invent, a Brazil-based company specializing in intralogistics and warehouse automation solutions, with a strong focus on e-commerce and high-throughput distribution environments.
Following the acquisition of Automha, the binding agreement to acquire Invent represents a further step in Comau's international expansion strategy and growth plan, which focuses on expanding its capabilities through the integration of complementary technologies and expertise. The planned acquisition will complement the existing Comau-Automha ecosystem and strengthen the companies' fully integrated 360° automation offering for warehousing and logistics. The combination of Automha's warehouse technologies with Invent's intelligent orchestration software will enable Comau to continue to offer fully integrated, AI-driven material handling solutions ranging from storage and order fulfillment to execution and intelligent flow control. This will accelerate implementation times while increasing system responsiveness and efficiency. In parallel, Invent will be able to scale and develop its business by leveraging a broader geographic footprint and internal technology capabilities. Furthermore, as Comau and Invent are fully complementary, the relationship will strengthen each other's project portfolio.
The acquisition will expand Comau's global operations, with an increased presence in Latin America and the US intralogistics mid-market segment, both of which are characterized by strong demand for automation and a potential CAGR of 13% over the next three to five years.
To ensure business continuity, Invent will continue to operate with the same structure, management and strategic vision.
Closing of the transaction is subject to the satisfaction of customary conditions for transactions of this type, including necessary regulatory approvals, and is expected to occur in the third quarter of 2026. Under the terms of the agreement, Comau will acquire 100% of the Invent shares.
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