Ancala's acquisition of Solandeo and Hausheld has created Germany's largest independent smart metering platform, aimed at enhancing the country's energy transition efforts.

Target Company Overview

In 2024, Ancala successfully acquired Solandeo and Hausheld, resulting in the formation of the largest independent smart metering platform in Germany. This merger, finalized in 2025, included additional bolt-on acquisitions aimed at enhancing the platform’s digital capabilities, thereby offering a comprehensive smart metering solution to customers. The merged entity focuses on two of the fastest-growing segments in the German market: municipal utility rollouts with Hausheld and the support of residential and self-sufficient renewable energy producers and consumers represented by Solandeo.

Industry Overview in Germany

The smart metering industry in Germany is experiencing rapid growth, driven by governmental policies aimed at facilitating the nationwide rollout of smart meters. These initiatives allow for enhanced grid visibility and more adaptive energy consumption methods for both households and businesses. The integration of smart meters is essential for Germany's energy transition towards a more sustainable and cost-effective system.

In addition to supporting the transition to renewable energy, smart meters are pivotal in promoting energy efficiency and facilitating user engagement in energy consumption