The Tampere-based provider of process automation IT solutions & AI vision technology has taken over the IT systems integrator from Vilnius.

"The strategic acquisition of Autepra accelerates Visy's growth in the container terminal market. [Founded in 2005] Autepra brings decades of integration and project experience that will expand Visy's reach and service offerings. The existing customers of both companies will benefit from the additional products and capabilities, and new customers can expect Visy to provide a wider range of technology and services," Visy said in a press release.

"Autepra has proven itself as a high-quality, customer-focused integrator in the ports industry. Adding Autepra to our team drives our growth strategy, enables us to better serve our customers, and expands our reach into new areas. The synergies are clear, and we're excited about the future," commented Tomi Korpelainen, CEO of Visy and VisionSense Technologies.

Autepra's CEO, Tomas Girdzevičius, added, "By joining Visy we will strengthen our relationship with the industry-leading vision technology and applications OEM, bringing new opportunities to market. We have been an integrator of Visy technology for many years around the world, and we welcome the opportunity to further grow our businesses together. Visy is the ideal partner for our customers and employees, and I'm thrilled about our possibilities as a combined firm."

Autepra will now operate as a subsidiary of Visy - as part of the VisionSense Technologies Group.

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