Natixis Partners advised the founder and Siparex on the sale of Alcatraz IT to Koesio

Alcatraz IT, operator of B2B telecoms services, joins Koesio Group, leader in digital services for SMEs and local authorities, and becomes the Security brand of Koesio Networks. Founded in 2005 by Xavier Lafaure and based in Toulon (Var), Alcatraz IT is a telecoms operator serving professional and institutional customers. Specialist in high value-added services, connectivity, security and IP telephony, Alcatraz IT has a distinctive offer combining premium support services and core network solutions. Backed by Siparex since 2021, Alcatraz IT has strengthened its network infrastructure in recent years, multiplying its points of presence in France and benefiting from the development of the Var's first datacenter (XL360). By joining the complementary expertise of the Koesio Group (unified communications, document management, management and data, printing, IT security, financing) and Alcatraz IT’s know-how in telecoms and security services, Koesio is reaffirming its position as a leader in proximity digital services. Natixis Partners acted as exclusive financial advisor to the shareholders of Alcatraz IT in this transaction.