Press release: The Gores Group acquires Etrali, a subsidiary of France Telecom Orange

Etrali Trading Solutions, a global company, headquartered in Paris, France, is a leading provider of voice and electronic trading infrastructure and services for the trading communities. These solutions bring additional value including regulatory compliance solutions incorporating fixed and mobile voice recording capabilities. Etrali Trading Solutions also owns and operates a global, state-of-the-art (MPLS) voice and data network dedicated to the trading industry.

“The Gores Group is very excited to be the new majority shareholder of Etrali Trading Solutions, alongside a talented management team. The Company has a rich history of creating innovative technology with a strong focus on customer service and we are confident that Etrali Trading Solutions will continue to capitalise on the growing voice and electronic related opportunities that exist with its customers. We look forward to partnering with Lionel Grosclaude and his team to help position the business as a standalone entity and accelerate its growth, both organically and through acquisitions,” said Jon Gimbel, Principal of The Gores Group.

Lionel Grosclaude, Chief Executive Officer of Etrali Trading Solutions stated, “This is an incredible opportunity for the Company to partner with Gores. Their exceptional track record and operationally focused approach will provide the support that Etrali Trading Solutions needs for continued growth and prosperity. Their ability to invest significant capital into the business will allow us to broaden our product portfolio and provide the increasing amount of services that our customers demand.”