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Carlyle acquires majority stake in Adastra Group to accelerate global AI and cloud growth

On July 22, 2025, Carlyle, a global investment firm, has agreed to acquire a majority stake in Adastra Group SE, a leading IT consultancy specializing in AI, data, and cloud transformations. The transaction, subject to regulatory approvals, will see Carlyle partner with Adastra’s founders to support the company’s expansion and enhance its offerings in data, cloud, and AI services. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Prague and Toronto, Adastra employs over 2,000 people across North America, Europe, and Asia, serving sectors such as financial services, automotive, manufacturing, TMT, healthcare, retail, and professional services. Carlyle’s investment will be funded through Carlyle Europe Technology Partners V and Carlyle Asia Partners Growth II, leveraging the firm’s expertise in scaling IT services globally. The partnership aims to drive organic growth and targeted M&A to strengthen Adastra’s international presence.

Legal advisors for the transaction include Dentons, advising Adastra’s founders, and Clifford Chance, advising Carlyle on acquisition financing. 

This acquisition marks a significant step for Adastra, positioning it for accelerated growth in the rapidly expanding global market for AI, data, and cloud solutions.

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