Kosol (ASX:COS) announced the acquisition of Australian data analytics company Toustone Pty Ltd for up to $22.4 million. This acquisition is in line with COSOL’s strategy to expand its asset management solutions and strengthen its data analytics capabilities, particularly in sectors such as transportation, agriculture and infrastructure.

COSOL helps organizations in industries such as natural resources, infrastructure, and utilities optimize their operations. The company provides technology-enabled solutions that improve efficiency, sustainability and profitability.

Founded in 2014, Toustone specializes in predictive analytics and decision intelligence, helping clients streamline data management and find operational efficiencies. Existing customers include major public transport operators in New South Wales and Victoria.

The transaction includes an upfront payment of $12 million, consisting of $8 million in cash and $4 million in stock at a deemed price of $0.8828 per share. Additional payments of up to $6.5 million in earn-outs and $3.9 million in outperformance consideration will be made contingent on Tostone achieving profit and margin targets through 2026. COSOL expects this acquisition to be immediately accretive to its earnings per share.

COSOL Managing Director Scott McGowan highlighted the strategic value of the acquisition. “Touston offers great insight and efficiency opportunities, which aligns perfectly with COSOL’s mission to optimize asset-intensive operations.”

The acquisition will be financed through COSOL’s cash reserves and an expanded debt facility with Westpac. Completion is scheduled for December 2024.

COSOL stock is trading 7.29% higher at $1.03.