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Binder Grösswang advises Xplora Technologies AS on the acquisition of the Emporia Group

Binder Grösswang, together with the Oslo-based law firm Wikborg Rein, has advised Xplora Technologies AS, listed on Euronext Growth, on the acquisition of 100% of the shares in the Austrian Emporia Group. Signing has taken place; closing is still pending and will occur after the agreed conditions have been met, likely beginning of Q3 2026.

Binder Grösswang acted as counsel in Austria and advised Xplora comprehensively on corporate, regulatory, and transaction-related matters. The scope of advice included, in particular, structuring the acquisition and negotiating the transaction documents through signing. At Wikborg Rein, Alexander Bernhard Wintervold, Vegard Bjørn Larsen, Harald Clem, and Are Zachariassen served as Norwegian counsel on matters of Norwegian law.

“I am delighted to have accompanied Xplora in this milestone transaction on behalf of Binder Grösswang. With the acquisition, Xplora strengthens its device ecosystem, expands its European footprint, and continues its strategy to build the leading global family safety platform”, says Christoph Schober, Partner in the Corporate/M&A team at Binder Grösswang, who led the transaction together with Roman Zaufl, Associate in Corporate/M&A at Binder Grösswang.

“Completing the emporia acquisition is another major milestone for Xplora and delivers on the M&A strategy we outlined in Q1. We now have a complete senior service platform combining devices, connectivity and premium services, where emporia is a strong fit alongside Doro. Together, we have now significantly expanded the base for our subscription and connectivity services,” notes Sten Kirkbak, CEO of Xplora.

Team Binder Grösswang

  • Lead/Corporate/M&A: Christoph Schober (Partner), Roman Zaufl (Associate)
  • Finance/Restructuring: Georg Wabl (Partner), Philipp Schermer (Attorney-at-Law), David Schneebauer (Associate)
  • Regulatory/Public: Johannes Barbist (Partner), Jakob Brus (Associate)
  • Competition: Christop Raab (Counsel)
  • IP/IT: Hellmut Buchroithner (Counsel), Florian Defranceso (Attorney-at-Law)
  • Employment: Johannes Bammer (Partner), Elena Patsch (Associate)
  • Real Estate: Alexander Kramer (Counsel), Lea Antonia Schnirzer (Associate)

Strategic classification of the transaction

  • Cross-border acquisition (Norway–Austria) of 100% of the shares in a market-leading provider of senior telephones

  • Clear addition to the Xplora Family Safety platform and the latest Doro Connect integration; significant strengthening of European coverage

  • Integration of hardware, proprietary operating system, and subscription-based service layer to further scale the Xplora platform

About Xplora 
Xplora is an Oslo-based technology company, listed on Euronext Growth, best known for connected smartwatches and services for children that promote safe digital exploration and family connectivity. With hardware, a proprietary operating system, and a subscription-based service layer, Xplora offers integrated security and communication solutions. The company has an established go-to-market presence in key European markets and is continuously scaling its platform through strategic acquisitions and partnerships.

About Emporia 
Emporia was founded in Linz in 1991 and is the market leader for senior citizens’ telephones in Germany and Austria. The company is established throughout Europe and sells more than 300,000 devices annually. The brand stands for accessibility, intuitive design, and reliability for older users.