Enovate AS has acquired cApStAn SA, a globally recognized language solutions integrator and linguistic quality assurance provider for assessments, questionnaires and psychometric tests, in education as well as in HR testing and certification. The acquisition is a milestone in Enovate’s strategy to build and manage a leading European platform for digital testing, certification and assessment solutions with a global reach.
For over twenty-five years, cApStAn have established their reputation as a leading specialist in translation, adaptation and quality assurance of international large-scale assessments and data collection instruments. One of their flagship projects is the OECD Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA), for which they have been the contractor in charge of linguistic quality control in each of the nine PISA cycles to date, and currently preparing the work for PISA 2029, their 10th consecutive cycle. In PISA 2025, over 90 countries and economies participated, and the assessments were administered in 54 languages. Some of cApStAn’s other major projects include IEA/TIMSS, IEA/PIRLS, OECD/PIAAC, UNICEF/SEA_PLM, CONFEMEN/PASEC or the European Social Survey (ESS).
cApStAn operates out of their Brussels headquarters and their office in Philadelphia. Their international network includes over 700 linguists and subject matter experts, all based in the target countries. “cApStAn represents a unique combination of expertise, international experience and proven quality. Through their work on programmes such as PISA, the organisation has helped ensure that millions of students around the world can take comparable assessments in their own language. We are proud to welcome cApStAn to the Enovate group,” said Øyvind Meistad, CEO at Enovate.
cApStAn’s expertise in multilingual assessments complements Enovate’s digital solutions for examinations, certification, e-learning and competency management. Together, the companies will be able to offer clients a complete value chain, from item authoring to assessment delivery and administration, and from translation and cultural adaptation to international deployment.
“Enovate has built digital platforms that are both robust and flexible, and they made themselves a name as reliable partners in testing and certification. We see promising opportunities arising from this cross-pollination: together, we shall develop innovative solutions for international clients,” said Steve Dept, founder at cApStAn.
The combined group will serve customers across education, government, international organisations and professional certification programmes throughout Europe, North America and other global markets. The transaction was completed in Brussels on June 22, 2026.
M&A advisor
The shareholders of cApStAn SA were advised on the sale to Enovate AS by HSCie. HSCie is an independent, partner-led M&A advisory firm specializing in cross-border mid-market transactions. The mandate was led by partner Andreas Jacobi.
“cApStAn is a one-of-a-kind business with a global client base and a remarkable track record. It was a privilege to advise the shareholders on finding the right partner in Enovate to carry that legacy forward,” said Andreas Jacobi, Partner at HSCie.
The acquisition was partly financed through a growth loan from Innovation Norway. Enovate is grateful for Innovation Norway’s support in helping realize the company’s international growth ambitions.
About Enovate
Enovate is a Norway‑based testing and assessment company specializing in secure, scalable digital exam delivery for high‑stakes environments. Originally built as educational software, it has grown into a trusted provider for global organizations seeking reliable, integrity‑focused testing solutions. Today, Enovate continues expanding its capabilities, combining technical rigor with user‑centric design to support complex assessment needs across sectors.
