London, United Kingdom & Obfelden, Switzerland – 18th September 2025 – European Technology Group (ETG), a long-term oriented, evergreen platform that invests in leading software solutions for the public sector and regulated industries, and Hürlimann Informatik AG (HI-AG), a leading provider of mission-critical software, cloud and IT solutions catering to the public sector in Switzerland, today announced that HI-AG has joined European Technology Group. This transaction marks a significant step, uniting two organizations with a shared mission to accelerate the digital transformation of public services. The deal marks the first investment in the Swiss Market.
Lars Becker, Founder and CEO of European Technology Group, said: “We founded European Technology Group to offer entrepreneurs more than just an exit; we provide a long-term, partnership-driven home where businesses can grow sustainably. In Hürlimann Informatik AG, we have found a team that perfectly embodies this vision.”
Sjoerd Smaal, Co-Founder of European Technology Group, added: “The company’s unwavering commitment to its customers and its deep expertise in municipal software align perfectly with our mission to build Europe’s leading GovTech platform. We are excited to build upon their legacy and provide the resources to power their next chapter of growth.”
Roland Michel, CEO and Dr. Manuel Vogel, President of the Board of Hürlimann Informatik AG, stated: “Joining European Technology Group is an exciting progression for our company. We decided that ETG is the best fit for the long-term future of our company, where ETG’s unique resources and long-term vision can bring significant value to our operations and customers. This move secures the long-term continuity of our business and team, while providing us with the best resources to enhance our solutions and continue to serve our customers with the excellence they have come to expect.”
HI-AG will continue to operate as an independent company from its headquarters in Obfelden, Switzerland, under the leadership of CEO and incoming shareholder Roland Michel. Lars Becker will join the Board of Directors. The remaining board members Martha Bächler, Claudia Kratochvil-Hametner, Peter Hegglin, Bruno Tüscher, Marcel Schwerzmann and Dr. Manuel Vogel will continue in their current roles.
About European Technology Group
European Technology Group is a long-term oriented platform that acquires and scales exceptional software businesses serving the public sector and other regulated industries in Europe. Built and backed by entrepreneurs for entrepreneurs, ETG provides a safe harbor for founders and their teams, offering resources to support growth in areas such as sales, international expansion, and product development. Learn more at www.eu-techgroup.com.
About Hürlimann Informatik AG
Founded in 1997, Hürlimann Informatik AG is a leading Swiss provider of mission-critical software, cloud, and IT-solutions for the public sector. The company offers a comprehensive suite of products designed to enhance efficiency and streamline administrative processes for its diverse customer base. Learn more at www.hi-ag.ch