Sonova

Sonova is a leading global manufacturer and distributor of hearing systems and related products designed for individuals with hearing impairment. The company specializes in the design, development, and service of hearing aids, cochlear implants, and wireless communication systems used in various fields such as audiology, tourism, and safety. Sonova operates under several well-known brands, including Phonak, Unitron Hearing, and Advanced Bionics, among others. With its headquarters in Stafa, Switzerland, the company distributes its products in over 100 countries through a combination of its internal sales team and independent retailers. Recently, Sonova expanded its portfolio by acquiring Sennheiser's consumer division, thereby enhancing its presence in audio technologies.

Arnd Kaldowski

CEO

5 past transactions

Alpaca Audiology

Acquisition in 2022
Alpaca Audiology, LLC, founded in 2011 and based in Russellville, Arkansas, is focused on delivering patient-centered hearing healthcare through its established network of audiology clinics across the United States. The company specializes in distributing audiology products to clinics and provides essential services such as ear testing and hearing aid solutions. Additionally, Alpaca Audiology offers healthcare practice management services to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of audiologist practices. Following its acquisition by Belsono Management Group, LLC in July 2019, the company continues to innovate in the field of audiology, aiming to improve the measurement and treatment of hearing loss for patients and professionals alike.
Sennheiser develops, manufactures, and markets headphones, headsets, microphones, and integrated systems.

AudioNova International

Acquisition in 2016
AudioNova is a hearing aid retailers and service providers. With its highly qualified staff, including 1600 acousticians, the company assists its clients with the selection of the best hearing solution for their needs, ensuring actual use through continuous support, thus improving quality of life through better hearing. With its history dating back to 1926, when Mr. Schoonenberg established his first optic, photographic and hearing aid store in the Netherlands, AudioNova today is the number 2 specialized hearing aid retailer in Europe. The company has grown strongly in recent years, expanding its store base by some 30 percent over the past 5 years. It now has a network of more than 1,300 stores in 8 countries: Germany, The Netherlands, Italy, Belgium, Poland, Denmark, France and Portugal and runs a portfolio of established local and international brands: Geers, Schoonenberg, Minisom and AudioNova. It holds top positions in all of its key markets. In 2015 AudioNova generated net sales of ca. EUR 360 million.

InSound Medical

Acquisition in 2010
InSound Medical, Inc., a privately held, venture-backed company based in Newark, California, develops and manufactures next-generation hearing solutions. Major investors include Johnson & Johnson, DeNovo Ventures, CMEA Ventures, and Psilos Group Managers, LLC.

Advanced Bionics

Acquisition in 2009
Advanced Bionics Corporation, founded in 1993 and headquartered in Valencia, California, specializes in the development and manufacturing of advanced cochlear implants and implantable neurostimulation devices. The company focuses on restoring hearing for the deaf and alleviating chronic pain through its innovative technologies. With additional offices in Rixheim, France, and Tokyo, Japan, Advanced Bionics is committed to improving the quality of life for individuals with hearing impairments and neurological conditions by delivering targeted therapies using electrical stimulation.
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