Clipperton acted as sole financial advisor to the shareholders of Mayday, the leading provider of AI-powered Knowledge Management in France. The company is joining forces with USU GmbH, a global provider of software and service solutions for IT and customer service management, backed by Thoma Bravo.

As a leading provider of software and service solutions for IT and Customer Service Knowledge Management, USU is extending its position towards European market leadership through this acquisition.

FR | DE - US M&A SaaS France DACH USA/Canada Cross-border

September 11th, 2025 - Founded in 2020 by Damien Popote, Benjamin Karila, and Hugo Martinez, Mayday is the leading Knowledge Management provider in France.

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Clipperton strengthens position as leading advisor in SaaS and cross-border deals

  • This transaction marks the 16th transaction in the SaaS space advised by Clipperton over the last 12 months, with recent landmark European transactions such as Hublo’s LBO with Five Arrows, and FTV Capital’s investment in N2F.

  • This deal reinforces Clipperton’s standing as a trusted financial advisor to B2B SaaS category leaders, and further demonstrates the firm’s ability to craft high-profile transactions with international sponsors and strategic acquirers. Notably, this marks Clipperton’s 13th concluded cross-border deal in the past 12 months.

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