3i Group plc (“3i”) today announces it has agreed to invest in OMS Prüfservice (“OMS”), the largest specialised service provider in testing electrical systems and equipment for B2B customers in the DACH region.

OMS provides electrical testing and certification services for B2B customers, an attractive end-market underserved by generalist providers that focus on larger enterprise customers. OMS has a fully-tailored, proprietary software platform, INSPEKTRA. This enables OMS to digitalise and automate its testing processes, maximising efficiency and allowing OMS to optimise its services down to an individual customer level.

OMS operates from 43 locations across Germany, Austria and Switzerland. This strong local presence, combined with its technology-driven processes, allows OMS to deliver high-quality services with unparalleled customer proximity.

OMS’s market-leading operations, widespread branch network and data-driven processes have generated a c.30% sales CAGR since 2019. The company is well positioned for future growth due to its geographic footprint, the increasing digitalisation of workplaces and increased outsourcing due to the demand for skilled technicians.

3i is investing to drive further growth in OMS’s core business while exploring new opportunities, such as testing electric vehicle charging infrastructure and photovoltaic installations.

Micha Erz, CEO, OMS Prüfservice, said: “We are very pleased to be partnering with 3i. It has a strong track-record of scaling high-growth, international companies and its experience in the testing, inspection and certification sector will be invaluable. With its support, we look forward to broadening our service portfolio to deliver even greater value to our customers and to address evolving needs in areas such as e-mobility. In addition, this partnership will enable us to achieve sustainable growth, create exciting opportunities for our employees and foster a strong, innovative and collaborative workplace culture.”

Peter Wirtz, Head of Private Equity, 3i, said: “As a value-added, tech-enabled outsourced service provider, OMS sits at the core of our Services and Software strategy. OMS combines an extensive footprint, best-in-class operations and a unique software platform to create a market-leading offering. We have been following their success for some time and are looking forward to partnering with Micha Erz and the team to capture the significant opportunities which lie ahead.”

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