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acquisitionAnnounced · Jan 8, 2026Analytical SolutionsSource · CredibleArticle · Factual
Velaris acquires Markes International
David Najork · Founding Software Engineer
Published · Updated · 1 min read
Deal value
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Target
Markes International
Bridgend, South Glamorgan
Acquirer
Velaris
Full Acquisition
Status
Announced
Velaris agreed to acquire Markes International. Reported deal value: Undisclosed. Status: Announced. Sector: Analytical Solutions. Target headquarters context: Bridgend, South Glamorgan, United Kingdom.
This page summarizes publicly available information about the transaction as of 2026-01-08. Figures and status may change as filings and press coverage update.
Velaris , a platform of laboratory-automation brands backed by global investment firm Battery Ventures, has announced the acquisition of Markes International from Schauenburg International and its founders, Alun Cole and Elizabeth Woolfenden
Deal timeline
Announced
Jan 8, 2026 · chromatographyonline.com
Additional milestones (proxy, vote, close) appear as filings and press updates are indexed.
Sector context
This transaction is classified in Analytical Solutions. Figures and status may change as sources update.
Sources: chromatographyonline.com · Primary article · FireStrike proprietary index