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M&A Assistance for the Terminals, Ports and Maritime Software Industry
We combine deep sector knowledge with a strong commercial network, enabling efficient introductions, informed conversations, and smoother transactions.
Finding the right acquisition targets in the terminals, ports and maritime software domain requires industry insight, access, and credibility.
At LSZ Consultancy, we help investors and software companies identify high-potential M&A candidates — and open the doors that matter.
We combine deep sector knowledge with a strong commercial network, enabling efficient introductions, informed conversations, and smoother transactions.
Not the financial due diligence — but the commercial, strategic and operational perspective needed to make the right deal.
What This Service Includes
We map the landscape and identify companies that match your strategic goals — whether you’re looking for:
- Terminal or port software
- Maritime SaaS solutions
- Port call optimisation
- TOS/TMS extensions
- Operational planning, safety or workflow tools
- Solutions relevant for shipowners and fleet operations
We focus on fit, not volume: companies with real potential, complementary solutions, and strategic value.
In this industry, access is everything.
We leverage our network in terminals, ports, maritime tech and vessel operators to:
- Make the right introductions
- Create direct lines of communication
- Establish interest on both sides
- Facilitate the first strategic conversations
You get access to decision-makers who normally operate behind closed doors.
We support you through the commercial and strategic phases of the acquisition — not the financial mechanics.
Including:
- Evaluating product/market fit
- Understanding customer value and adoption
- Assessing integration potential
- Identifying commercial risks and opportunities
- Supporting negotiation with industry context
- Acting as a bridge between buyer and target
Our role is to ensure the deal makes sense commercially — and that both sides reach clarity fast.
With LSZ Consultancy, you gain a partner who understands the industry, knows the players, and brings the right opportunities to the table.
- A targeted list of strong, relevant M&A candidates
- Direct access to decision-makers within software companies, terminals, ports and shipowners
- Strategic introductions that lead to real conversations
- Commercial insight that strengthens your negotiation position
- Clear, industry-grounded guidance throughout the process
- And ultimately: a smoother, faster and more informed M&A trajectory
