Montel, a leading provider of energy information and services, has announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire the SKM Market Predictor business, a provider of analysis, software and advisory for the Nordic power and renewables market.

Alpha Corporate Finance has acted as financial advisor to Montel and its majority owner, The Riverside Company, the global private equity investor.

The acquisition marks the third transaction in which Alpha has advised Montel and its shareholders on their strategic journey to become the leading global provider of energy market intelligence.

The transaction represents a significant step to fortify Montel’s position in the Nordics, enabling the company to offer a comprehensive and complete product suite.

About SKM Market Predictor: SKM Market Predictor provides analysis and advisory services for the Nordic power and renewables markets. The company’s offering revolves around its web-based platform SYSPOWER, which includes forecasting and analytics tools for traders, analysts, portfolio managers and production planners.

About Montel: Montel is a leading provider of energy market information and services, delivering real-time news, data, analytics and consultancy to clients across the global energy sector. With a history of delivering market transparency for more than 30 years, Montel empowers its clients with the knowledge and tools necessary to make informed decisions in the energy market.

About The Riverside Company: The Riverside Company is a global private equity firm focused on investing in growing businesses valued at up to $400 million. Since its founding in 1988, Riverside has made more than 850 investments. The firm's international private equity and structured capital portfolios include more than 140 companies. Riverside Europe is an integral part of the firm’s broad global network and has invested in Europe since 1989.