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Comau, a provider of automation solutions founded in 1970 in Turin, has signed a binding agreement to acquire Invent Smart Intralogistics Solutions. The Brazilian company, which specializes in intralogistics and automation solutions for warehouses, will be integrated into Comau’s structure upon completion of the transaction. This acquisition aims to enhance Comau’s capabilities in intralogistics through AI-based software solutions and create synergies with the already acquired company Automha based in Bergamo.
The acquisition is subject to the fulfillment of customary conditions for such transactions, including the necessary regulatory approvals. The completion of the transaction is expected in the third quarter of 2026. Comau will acquire 100% of the shares in Invent.
With the acquisition of Invent, Comau is pursuing an international expansion strategy aimed at enhancing its capabilities through the integration of complementary technologies and expertise. The merger will complete the existing Comau-Automha ecosystem and expand the range of automated warehouse solutions. By combining Automha’s warehouse technologies with Invent’s intelligent orchestration software, Comau will be able to offer AI-driven material movement solutions that cover the entire process from warehousing to order fulfillment.
After the acquisition, Invent will continue to operate with the same structure, management, and strategic direction. The partnership is expected to provide Invent with the opportunity to expand its business through an enhanced global network and technological expertise within the Comau group. This will also strengthen the project portfolio of both companies.
The acquisition will expand Comau’s global activities and enhance its presence in Latin America as well as in the mid-market segment of the USA, where there is high demand for automation and an annual growth potential of 13% is expected over the next three to five years.
Pietro Gorlier, CEO of Comau, emphasizes that the integration of innovative companies like Invent is a key component of Comau’s international growth strategy. He highlights that the acquisition of Invent will create additional synergies that will further strengthen the connection between warehousing and material movement with production.
Leonardo Araki, CEO of Invent, also expresses a positive outlook on the acquisition, seeing it as an opportunity to accelerate Invent’s growth and expand the reach of intralogistics solutions within a larger global automation network. This will enable the combination of Invent’s expertise with Comau’s advanced automation capabilities, thereby offering innovative, integrated logistical solutions to customers worldwide.
