EINDHOVEN and DELFT, Netherlands – The audio business of Keenfinity Group has signed an acquisition agreement with Avonic, a specialized provider of artificial intelligence-driven cameras and voice-tracking technologies for the AV conferencing market.
This strategic investment “enhances the audio conference offering with state‑of‑the‑art video solutions, enabling system integrators and equipment providers to access a seamless, integrated, one‑stop audio‑video portfolio,” according to the joint announcement.
Both companies are “trusted suppliers of conference technology,” the announcement says, noting both Keenfinity Group and Avonic serve mission‑critical environments in the government market, including councils, parliaments, international institutions and higher education, as well as commercial applications such as corporate boardrooms and international events.
Why Did Keenfinity Group Acquire Avonic
By integrating artificial intelligence‑enabled video capabilities with voice communication, Keenfinity Group “delivers a future‑proof, intuitive meeting experience for users both on premise and remote,” according to the joint announcement.
“This acquisition helps to expand our leadership position in the conferencing segment,” says David Hunter, CEO of the audio business at Keenfinity Group, in the joint announcement. More importantly, it supports our mission of delivering exceptional user experience by enabling our customers total, seamless and integrated solutions, whatever the vertical.
“With Avonic’s AI-driven video capabilities seamlessly integrated into our conference solutions, we will be creating more engaging and natural experiences, where human connection takes center stage,” he says.
Bosch-branded conference solutions, now part of the Keenfinity Group’s audio business, “continue to be leading in the global conferencing market,” according to the joint announcement. “Building on more than 75 years of expertise, the products for secure and professional communication technology are recognized for their quality, flexibility and reliability.”
The integration of Avonic’s PTZ cameras and AI-powered software “will ensure the highest quality standards while driving innovation, seamless integration and reliable execution empowering system integrators and equipment providers to deliver cutting-edge solutions,” the announcement says.
“Our cameras are deployed globally in professional, high‑impact meeting environments where decisions truly matter,” says Walter Harrewijn, CEO of Avonic, in the joint announcement. “Moving beyond our long-term technology partnership, this acquisition allows us to collectively grow our offering, delivering more integrated solutions for new applications, use cases and markets.”
