Vizrt
Sector/industry
Professional software for real-time media
Vizrt provides real-time 3D graphics, studio automation, sports
analysis and asset management tools for the media and entertainment
industry. This includes interactive and virtual solutions,
animations, maps, weather, video editing, compositing and playout
tools. Vizrt has customers in more than 100 countries worldwide
including CNN, CBS, Fox, BBC, BSkyB, Al Jazeera, NDR, ITN, ZDF,
Star TV, Network 18, TV Today, CCTV, NHK and the list keeps
growing. This is made possible by nearly 600 engaged and very
competent employees in 40 offices around the world. The global
headquarters is in Bergen, Norway.
Vizrt was listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange when acquired by
Nordic Capital Fund VIII in March 2015 through a merger agreement
pursuant to which Nordic Capital Fund VIII paid cash consideration
for 100% of the issued share capital of the company. Vizrt will
subsequently be delisted from the Oslo Stock Exchange.
Focus for Nordic Capital Fund VIII as the new owner will be
continued support of Vizrt's geographic expansion and of its
constant strive to provide customers with an unparalleled
offering.
Management:
- Michael Hallen, CEO
- Lars Einar Hansen, Interim CFO
Key Information:
Revenues
2016*:
EUR 110 million
Employees:
580
Ownership:
Nordic Capital Fund VIII, controlling shareholding
Date of investment:
2015
Head office:
Bergen, Norway
* Reported
