Gadens advised the founders of Oobe on the sale of the business to Fujitsu Australia, the Australian subsidiary of Japan-headquartered Fujitsu.

Founded in Canberra, Oobe is a technology consulting and digital transformation business with capabilities across cloud, modern workplace and security solutions. The acquisition strengthens Fujitsu Australia's digital transformation capabilities and enhances its position in government and defence-related markets.

Led by Partners Jeremy Smith and Winnie Sinn, Gadens advised the founders throughout all stages of the transaction. The team provided strategic and transactional advice across a range of legal, commercial and regulatory matters, helping the founders navigate a complex cross-border transaction involving Australian and Japanese stakeholders.

Lead Partner Winnie Sinn said:

“This transaction brought together a leading technology consulting business and a global technology services provider. We were pleased to support them through this milestone transaction and help achieve an outcome that creates a strong platform for the future.”

Lead Partner Jeremy Smith added:

"The acquisition reflects continued demand for specialist Australian technology businesses with deep expertise in digital transformation and cloud services."