Introduction:

Fuel it strengthens its expertise in connected objects with the acquisition of Energy Oil & Gas customers from BIRDZ and SILENTSOFT SA (European customer portfolio).

In this announcement, French start-up Fuel it is proud to announce its successful acquisition of BIRDZ’s Energy Oil & Gas customers and SILENTSOFT SA’s European customer portfolio. This acquisition strategy is designed to consolidate Fuel it’s position in the connected objects market and strengthen its presence in energy resource management, particularly in the energy sector / RTM (Remote Tank Monitoring).

This article takes a closer look at the benefits and opportunities these acquisitions bring to Fuel it and its customers, opening up new perspectives in Remote Tank Monitoring Oil & Gas (RTM) solutions across Europe.

Strategic acquisitions of BIRDZ & SILENTSOFT SA customer portfolios (European customer portfolio): International presence & new offers

BIRDZ: strengthened expertise in the Oil & Gas sector

About Birdz: Created from the merger of Homerider Systems and m2ocity, Birdz is a 100% subsidiary of Veolia Water France. A leader in the field of remote metering of water consumption, Birdz brings its unique expertise to the service of smart cities. As a major player in the Internet of Things (IoT) in France, Birdz offers a wide range of solutions for managing city utilities and preserving the quality of the urban environment. Birdz masters the entire value chain, from sensor design to the appropriate use of collected data. For more information, please visit www.birdz.com.

Birdz’s strategic decision to transfer its Oil & Gas telemetry business to Fuel it considerably strengthens the latter’s expertise. As a reliable and experienced partner, Fuel it was chosen to ensure continuity of service for Birdz customers. This business transfer will enable Fuel it to consolidate its presence in this sector and enhance its offering:

SILENTSOFT: Acquisition of European customer portfolio (excluding Switzerland)

About SILENTSOFT: Founded in 1991 as a spin-off from the EPF research laboratory in Lausanne, Silentsoft is a Swiss leader in telemetry for the energy sector, with thousands of measurement points across Europe.

This acquisition of SILENTSOFT SA’s European* portfolio represents a major step in Fuel it’s international expansion. By expanding its geographical presence, the company is strengthening its position as a leader in the remote surveillance sector. With over 6,500 sensors connected in more than 10 countries, mainly used for monitoring fuels and liquid combustibles, Fuel it is considerably expanding its catalog of solutions. This acquisition will enable Fuel it to offer its services to a wider international customer base, while providing centralized, simplified equipment management for existing customers. See the official letter

*FUEL IT (via FOUR DATA), takes over SILENTSOFT SA’s European customer portfolio only. SILENTSOFT SA is refocusing on its Swiss market and retaining its portfolio of Swiss customers. No change for customers in this country.

Reinforced expertise and continuous innovation:

The strategic acquisitions of the SILENTSOFT & BIRDZ customer portfolios consolidate FUEL IT’s leading position and boost its expertise and innovation. By integrating the teams and technologies of BIRDZ and SILENTSOFT SA (European customers portfolio)  , FUEL IT benefits from in-depth knowledge of the fuel and gas sectors, as well as of existing metering technologies, enabling it to anticipate the future in a more enlightened way. This integration strengthens FUEL IT’s ability to develop innovative solutions that meet the specific needs of its customers. FUEL IT’s commitment to research and development enables it to provide its customers with cutting-edge technologies and high-quality services.

Emmanuel BourPresident of FOUR DATA (FUEL IT’s parent company), said:

“We are delighted to welcome the BIRDZ team to FourData. This acquisition will enable us to strengthen our position as market leader in connected objects for the Oil & Gas industry in France. The acquisition of SILENTSOFT’s European customer portfolio (excluding Switzerland) will enable us to address the European market, and in particular the German market, on a broader scale. Together, we will continue to innovate and offer our customers advanced technological solutions that meet their specific needs.“

Conclusion:

The strategic acquisitions of the European customer portfolios (excluding Switzerland) of SILENTSOFT SA & BIRDZ mark a decisive step for FUEL IT, strengthening its position in the field of telemetry and remote monitoring. This further expansion enables FUEL IT to offer cutting-edge solutions adapted to new technological standards, while meeting today’s environmental challenges.

In a context where traditional communication networks are gradually being abandoned, FUEL IT is positioning itself as a reliable partner to support companies in their transition to innovative monitoring solutions. Thanks to technologies such as predictive AI, FUEL IT offers effective solutions for optimizing operations, reducing costs and managing resources more efficiently.

FUEL IT’s approach is also rooted in an environmental vision. By providing accurate, real-time monitoring tools, the company helps to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, manage resources responsibly and improve energy efficiency. FUEL IT customers benefit from an integrated solution that combines operational performance and environmental responsibility.

With the strategic acquisitions of BIRDZ and the SILENTSOFT SA customer portfolio in Europe (excluding Switzerland), FUEL IT has positioned itself as a trusted partner, offering advanced monitoring solutions tailored to the specific needs of each business sector. Thanks to its expertise, commitment to innovation and forward-looking vision,
FUEL IT is ready to meet the technological and environmental challenges of the future
while offering its customers opportunities for continuous improvement and sustainable growth.

By choosing FUEL IT, companies make
the choice of operational efficiency and environmental responsibility
to help them achieve lasting success and optimum performance.