Shoplogix acquires Proxia
by CM Staff
The company has stated that this acquisition will strategically complement the suite of smart factory solutions available through Shoplogix.
OAKVILLE — Shoplogix, a division of FOG Software Group (FOG) and Vela Software, has acquired PROXIA Software AG (PROXIA), a German manufacturing execution system (MES) software company.
The company has stated that this acquisition will strategically complement the suite of smart factory solutions available through Shoplogix. Headquartered in Ebersberg, Germany, PROXIA serves manufacturing companies primarily in the Germany, Switzerland, Austrian, and Poland markets with more factory deployments around the world.
Shoplogix president Carlos Midence said PROXIA has a strong position in central Europe which will provide the company with a base to expand its facilities in the region.
Magnus Sandberg, Group CEO of the smart manufacturing portfolio of companies at FOG stated that the company is in a strong position to help its clients transition to the changing demands of manufacturing and Industry 4.0.
PROXIA’s outgoing CEO Julia Klingspor commented that PROXIA’s customers and staff will benefit from the “synergies” offered through this merger.
“The combined knowledge of both teams and the comprehensive product suite will drive incredible value for our customers and create exciting opportunities for our staff,” she stated.
Shoplogix will incorporate PROXIA into its Smart Factory EU operations under the guidance of Paul Gunning, EU general manager and under the direction of Carlos Midence.
