OpSec Group is set to become a public company through a definitive business combination with Investcorp Europe Acquisition Corp I, aimed at enhancing its position in the brand protection and intellectual property management sector.

Company Overview

OpSec Group is a global leader specializing in brand protection solutions and intellectual property (IP) management. The company empowers enterprises to optimize, monetize, and secure the value of their identities and assets through a diverse suite of technology-enabled services, products, and solutions. Approximately 5,000 prominent brands across various sectors, including media and technology, sports and apparel, and consumer and industrial products, as well as government and financial institutions, rely on OpSec for the integrity and value of their IP and brand portfolios. OpSec is currently part of the portfolio managed by Investcorp Technology Partners, an affiliate of Investcorp Europe’s sponsor.

Recently, on April 18, 2023, OpSec Group successfully acquired Zacco, a recognized leader in IP management based in Copenhagen, Denmark. The addition of Zacco enhances OpSec’s capabilities, enabling the firm to better assist customers in maximizing their IP value while navigating potential vulnerabilities and threats in this domain. For the combined entity, expected pro forma fiscal 2023 revenue is projected at approximately $218 million, with 95% of that revenue being recurring, established through long-term contractual relationships.

Industry Overview

The brand protection and IP management sector is experiencing robust growth, driven by the escalating global value of counterfeiting and piracy, estimated to reach $2.8 trillion in 2022. The rapid expansion of e-commerce, online content consumption, an