Infinigate Group Announces Strategic Investment in Wavelink

COMPANY NEWS: The investment supports the growth plans of both organizations, enabling geographic expansion for Infinigate.

Infinigate Group, a leading technology platform and trusted advisor in cybersecurity, cloud and network infrastructure, has made a strategic investment in Wavelink, a growing IT distributor specialising in cybersecurity and mobility with a strong reputation in the Australian market. The investment provides Infinigate with a strong entry into the Australian and New Zealand (ANZ) market as part of the company’s global expansion.

The deal was sealed on July 4, effective immediately.

The partnership between Infinigate and Wavelink is aimed at fueling the growth plans of both organizations. Infinigate is acquiring a majority stake in Wavelink, which will continue to operate autonomously with the current management team, while retaining a significant share of the business.

Wavelink continues to operate under the Wavelink brand, which has gained trust and recognition in Australia, with the addition of the tagline ‘an Infinigate Group company’, leveraging the power of the Infinigate brand. Ilan Rubin will continue to lead operations in Australia and New Zealand. Within the group structure, Ilan will report to Mahmoud Nimer, President MEA and APAC of Infinigate Group and co-founder of Starlink.

Founded in 1998, Wavelink is headquartered in Melbourne, employs 55 people nationally and has a portfolio of security and mobility suppliers that offer its partners complete solutions. Wavelink’s DNA is centred on providing suppliers and partners with technology expertise, local market knowledge, comprehensive enablement, support programs and a range of industry-leading services. Wavelink has experienced a period of sustained double-digit growth over the last five years and is now ready to build on its strong foundations to accelerate its development.

Klaus Schlichtherle, CEO of Infinigate Group, said: “The strategic investment in Wavelink opens the door to an important new market for Infinigate beyond EMEA, in line with our global expansion plan. Our philosophy and business approach are a perfect fit. Together, we can drive our joint growth, thanks to our complementary portfolio of solutions and our combined knowledge and skills, thanks to a stronger and broader employee base.”

Ilan Rubin, CEO of Wavelink, said: “Infinigate’s investment allows us to accelerate Wavelink’s growth trajectory. It is the result of careful and thoughtful joint planning by Infinigate and Wavelink over a two-year period to create a framework that will ensure long-term sustainable success for both organizations. The strong strategic alignment of the two organizations, in terms of culture and offerings, provides a solid foundation for future success. Accelerating growth has been a priority for Wavelink, with our people as our core asset. This development provides our local team with new opportunities in a wide range of areas within a large, multinational organization.”

Wavelink will lead local operations in Australia, ensuring business continuity for customers and employees, with the added benefit of Infinigate’s financial strength, programs, platforms and systems, as well as their extensive resources and experience to enhance its existing go-to-market offerings and support its planned expansion into the New Zealand market.

About Infinigate Group

Infinigate Group, a leading technology platform and trusted advisor in cybersecurity, cloud and network infrastructure, spans over 100 countries. In the financial year 2023-2024, Infinigate Group’s revenue reached EUR 2.3 billion. Our focus and deep technical expertise in cybersecurity, secure networks and secure cloud for SMEs and enterprises sets us apart. Our 1,300 employees provide local tailored services in addition to a robust central supply chain, driving the growth of our partners, MSSPs and vendors.

In 2022, Starlink, Vuzion (now Infinigate Cloud) and Nuvias joined the Infinigate group.

For more information, please visit www.infinigate.com

About Wavelink

Founded in 1998, Wavelink specializes in providing cutting-edge enterprise solutions to the distribution channel. Wavelink distributes a range of products from Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise, Fortinet, Imprivata, Kontakt.io, Mobicall, Olinqua, Orca Security, SOTI, Scandit, Spectralink and Stryker.

For more information please visit www.wavelink.com.au