• Comau announced today that it has entered into a binding agreement under which the company will acquire full ownership of Invent Smart Intralogistics Solutions (“Invent”)
• Following the transaction, Invent will be integrated into Comau’s ecosystem, contributing its expertise in intralogistics thanks to software and AI-driven solutions while also creating synergies with Automha
• Invent will continue to operate post-acquisition with the same structure, management and strategic vision in addition to enhanced growth prospects
• The strategic investment by Comau represents a further step in building an automation hub with Italian roots, advanced technologies and global presence
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Turin, São Paulo – May 18, 2026
Comau has signed a binding agreement for the acquisition of Invent, a Brazil-based company specializing in intralogistics and warehouse automation solutions, with a strong focus on e-commerce and high-throughput distribution environments. The closing of the transaction is subject to the satisfaction of customary conditions regarding transactions of this type, including necessary regulatory approvals, and is expected to occur in the third quarter of 2026. Under the terms of the agreement Comau will acquire 100% of Invent shares.
After the acquisition of Automha, the binding agreement to acquire Invent represents a further step in Comau’s international expansion strategy and growth plan, which focuses on expanding competencies through the integration of complementary technologies and expertise.
The planned acquisition will complement the existing Comau–Automha ecosystem, reinforcing the companies’ fully integrated 360° automated warehouse and logistics offering. Combining Automha’s storage technologies with Invent’s intelligent orchestration software will allow Comau to further deliver fully integrated, AI-driven material handling solutions that span storage and order fulfillment to execution and intelligent flow management, thus accelerating implementation timelines while increasing system responsiveness and efficiency.
In parallel, Invent will be able to scale-up and further develop its business by leveraging a broader geographical footprint and in-house technology competencies. Moreover, given that Comau and Invent are fully complementary, the relationship will strengthen the mutual portfolio of projects.
The acquisition will extend Comau’s global operations, with an enhanced presence in Latin America and in the U.S. mid-market intralogistics segment, both of which are characterized by strong demand for automation and potential CAGR of 13% over the next three to five years.
To ensure business continuity, Invent will continue to operate with the same structure, management and strategic vision.
“Expanding Comau’s capabilities through innovative companies such as Invent is a central pillar of our international growth strategy aimed at diversifying our competencies and technologies in different markets,” said Pietro Gorlier, CEO of Comau. “After the full integration of Automha, a leading Italian solutions provider in the fast-evolving Intralogistics market, the acquisition of Brazil-based Invent will generate further synergies, adding yet another element to our ability to connect storage and material handling with production. This is another concrete step in strengthening Comau’s position as a global automation hub.”
Pietro Gorlier
CEO of Comau
“By joining Comau, Invent will gain the opportunity to accelerate its growth while expanding the reach of its intralogistics solutions within a broader, global automation ecosystem. This agreement also allows us to combine our expertise with Comau’s advanced automation capabilities, creating new possibilities to enhance innovation, broaden our scale and deliver increasingly efficient and integrated logistics solutions to customers worldwide.”
Leonardo Araki
CEO of Invent
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About Comau
Comau is a worldwide leader in delivering advanced automation solutions across diverse industries. Together with Automha, a fully owned company specializing in global intralogistics and warehousing automation, Comau is enabling companies of all sizes in almost any industry to unlock the full potential of automation, robotics, and digital technologies – and to increase their efficiency, flexibility, and competitiveness in rapidly growing markets.
Comau’s portfolio includes products and systems for vehicle manufacturing, with a strong presence in e-Mobility, as well as cutting-edge robotics and digital solutions for a variety of industrial sectors, such as shipyards, food & beverage, logistics, pharma, and renewable energies. Comau also offers project management and consultancy services and has an internationally recognized training Academy. Automha develops intelligent, high-performance automated storage and retrieval handling systems that optimize efficiency and reliability across diverse industries. Comau and Automha are headquartered in Italy (Turin and Bergamo, respectively) and have an international network with 8 innovation centers and 14 production facilities in 12 countries, with more than 4,000 employees.
www.comau.com | www.automha.com
About Invent
Invent is a company specializing in optimizing intralogistics processes. Founded in 2014, Invent has professionals with over 30 years of experience and focuses on combining intelligence, excellent service levels, and technology applied to all stages of the intralogistics process for small to large companies, from the moment the product is stored, picked, and packaged, to its shipment. Its client portfolio includes giants in the e-commerce, cosmetics, pharmaceutical, apparel, wholesale, logistics operator, and food industries.
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