Proskauer Rose LLP Advises Groupe Lacour on Acquisition of Italian Software Leader Proger in Automotive After-Sales Sector

"Proskauer Rose LLP has advised the Lacour Group, a leading European software provider for the automotive after-sales sector, on its acquisition of Proger, a major Italian software publisher in the same market. This acquisition is a significant step in Lacour's European growth strategy, supported by Carlyle Europe Technology Partners, aiming to establish a pan-European leader in software expertise and innovation. Proger, founded in 1998, has a strong presence in Italy, serving over 1,500 clients with a comprehensive range of digital solutions. The acquisition will enhance Lacour's capabilities and facilitate the introduction of advanced technologies in Italy, further diversifying its customer base."

**Law Firms Involved in the Transaction:** Proskauer Rose LLP advised the Lacour Group, a European leader in software for the automotive after-sales sector, in connection with the acquisition of Proger, one of Italy's leading software solution providers for the automotive after-sales market and its financing. **Transaction Overview:** This acquisition represents a significant milestone in Lacour's European growth strategy, supported by Carlyle Europe Technology Partners, aimed at establishing a leading pan-European player that combines software expertise, data mastery, and continuous innovation. Founded in 1998, Proger has a long-standing presence in the Italian market, serving over 1,500 clients with a comprehensive range of digital sector solutions, including robust management systems, mobile applications for inventory and warehouse management, stock-sharing tools, business intelligence, and cloud solutions. The acquisition of Proger marks a crucial step in Lacour's structured pan-European development strategy, following successful integrations of KeplerVO (2023) and Dragon2000 (2024), and facilitates Lacour's entry into the Italian market. **Legal Team:** The Proskauer team advising the Lacour Group consisted of: - Matthieu Lampel (Partner – M&A/PE) - Vanessa Hamiane (Senior Associate – M&A/PE) - Maud Manon (Partner – Finance) - Bruno Valenti (Counsel – Finance) - Antoine Cottin (Associate – Finance)

Proskauer Rose LLP Advises Groupe Lacour on Acquisition of Italian Software Leader Proger in Automotive After-Sales Sector

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