Forterro announces intent to acquire 3E

Posted on Tuesday 19 May 2026

The addition builds on Forterro’s growing manufacturing software capabilities, expanding support for small industrial companies and mid-market manufacturers, with continued investment in cloud and AI as part of Forterro’s long-term platform strategy. 

The addition builds on Forterro’s growing manufacturing software capabilities, expanding support for small industrial companies and mid-market manufacturers, with continued investment in cloud and AI as part of Forterro’s long-term platform strategy. 

THE ACQUISITION expands Forterro’s capabilities for small industrial and specialist manufacturers across the European mid-market and further strengthens a category it has been actively building through recent acquisitions including Orgadata, BM Group and Klaes. The deal is expected to close in Q2. 

Strategic rationale 

3E adds strong expertise in ERP, machine interfaces and production planning for PVC and wood manufacturers, complementing Forterro’s existing software portfolio for specialised and industrial manufacturers. Together, the businesses will be even better placed to support customers across materials including wood, PVC and aluminium, as well as different stages of growth and operational complexity, while leveraging cloud and AI-enabled capabilities. 

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