Acapo AS has been acquired by Longship AS
Oslo-based intellectual property advisory firm Onsagers, supported by Longship since May 2024, has acquired Acapo AS. By combining decades of expertise and global reach, this strategic acquisition unites two of Norway’s most reputable IP firms, enabling them to offer a comprehensive range of solutions in patents, trademarks and IP strategy. This milestone strengthens their position in building a best-in-class network for strategic IP management, marking a key step in their continued growth.
Acapo AS is a Norwegian intellectual property (IP) firm with a 100-year history, offering a range of services in IP rights. The firm specializes in patents, trademarks and design rights, as well as legal services. With 40 employees and four offices, Acapo primarily serves small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across various industries, with the largest sectors being petroleum and offshore, industrial products and aquaculture.
Founded in 1945, Onsagers is Norway’s largest IP law and consulting firm, offering comprehensive services in IP law, patents, trademarks and IP strategy. Serving a wide range of clients, from startups to multinational corporations, Onsagers is recognized for its innovative solutions and technology-driven approach. With offices in Oslo, Bergen and Tromsø, as well as in Sweden, Germany and the UK, the firm blends global expertise with a strong understanding of local markets. In 2024, Onsagers partnered with Longship to support its development into a more comprehensive and international intellectual property rights (IPR) advisor.
Longship is a private equity firm based in Oslo, Norway, specializing in investments in small and medium-sized Norwegian growth companies. The firm primarily invests in industries such as technology, healthcare, industrials and clean tech. Its portfolio companies typically serve B2B customers and hold niche positions within their markets.
Oaklins’ team in Norway served as the exclusive financial advisor for the seller.
Hilde Vold-Burgess
CEO og partner, Acapo AS
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