# Aker acquires Norwegian R&D company Prototech

Aker ASA, through Aker Capital, has acquired Prototech AS, a Norwegian technology and R&D company specializing in space applications, new energy systems, and offshore/maritime technologies. The acquisition supports Aker's strategic development in the energy transition.

- Type: Acquisition
- Announced: 2019-03-11
- Where: Norway
- Status: completed
- Products: technology solutions, R&D capabilities for energy transition
- Sectors: [Automotive Components](https://endata.com/sectors/automotive-components.md), [Aerospace Components](https://endata.com/sectors/aerospace-components.md)

## Companies

- [Aker ASA](https://endata.com/companies/37926.md) (acquirer)
- [Prototech AS](https://endata.com/companies/37927.md) (target)

## Sources

- [additech.no](https://www.additech.no/news/aker-signs-agreement-to-acquire-prototech-now-clara), 2019-03-11: "Prototech has an impressive portfolio of technologies and expertise that need both capital and active ownership to realize their full potential."

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