Netwatch Announces Agreement to Be Acquired by GI Partners

Netwatch, a global provider of AI-powered security services, announced today that it has signed a definitive agreement to be acquired by GI Partners.

Netwatch is a global provider of intelligent security solutions, serving a broad range of verticals, including organizations in the automotive, retail, banking, manufacturing, construction, and infrastructure sectors. Netwatch’s services are mission-critical, providing peace of mind to businesses and individuals by delivering a technology-driven, proactive approach to site protection, risk mitigation, and workplace safety. Today, Netwatch protects more than 330,000 sites worldwide.

“Netwatch has an unmatched reputation among its customers for high-quality, reliable security monitoring solutions to protect essential assets and people,” said Mark Prybutok, Managing Director and Head of Data Infrastructure at GI Partners. “We are excited to support the Company in its next phase of growth through the application of AI technology, strategic capital investment, and deeper partnership with customers; continuing to expand its leadership in the remote video monitoring ecosystem.”

“We are very excited to leverage the deep expertise of the GI team to drive continued improvement in our AI, operations and go-to-market strategies,” said Kurt Takahashi, CEO of Netwatch. “We look forward to partnering on our mission to be the global leader in intelligent security monitoring and intervention services.”

Netwatch will operate as an independent company within GI Partners’ portfolio, leveraging GI Partners’ support, expertise, and experience to accelerate growth while continuing to provide the high-quality service that the Company’s customers expect.

The transaction is expected to close in the first quarter of 2026, subject to customary closing conditions, including required regulatory approvals.

Stifel acted as exclusive financial advisor to GI Partners and Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP served as legal counsel.

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