Marlin Equity Partners has acquired Ottawa-based Roaring Penguin Software, enhancing AppRiver's email security offerings and expanding its presence in the Canadian market.

Target Information

Marlin Equity Partners has successfully acquired Roaring Penguin Software Inc., a company based in Ottawa, Canada, that specializes in providing email security solutions. Roaring Penguin develops robust anti-spam and anti-virus email filtering software that caters to a diverse clientele, including managed service providers, internet service providers, educational institutions, governmental bodies, and commercial enterprises across North America and Europe.

This acquisition enhances AppRiver's presence in Canada and contributes to its objective of diversifying its global customer base. By establishing a local footprint in this key market, AppRiver is poised to accelerate sales of its proprietary cybersecurity solutions, particularly within the Office 365 franchise. The intellectual property owned by Roaring Penguin will be utilized to improve SecureTide, AppRiver’s email security solution.

Industry Overview

The email security solutions industry has witnessed significant growth in Canada, driven by increasing cyber threats and a rising awareness of data privacy among consumers and enterprises. With a growing number of organizations adopting d