Heylen Group acquires FieldTrust and expands its cybersecurity and MSP reseller network

Herentals, 25 September 2024 – Heylen Group, a Belgian industrial holding company, has acquired 100% of the shares in FieldTrust. FieldTrust is a distributor of cybersecurity solutions and services.

For Heylen Group, the acquisition of FieldTrust is a strategically important step that strengthens the group’s position in IT distribution, particularly in the cybersecurity sector. Through the omnichannel platform Connect+, Heylen Group is expanding its network to more than 1,500 distribution partners and increasing its footprint in the Belgian IT distribution market.

FieldTrust is a renowned and experienced player in cybersecurity, with a portfolio of brands such as BeoBackup, Bitdefender, Billit, ISL Online, Jimber, Keeper Security, Phished, Redstor, RG System and TitanHQ. This acquisition gives Heylen Group access to the fast-growing MSP market and allows the group to respond even more efficiently to the growing need for protection against digital threats.

Wim Heylen, founder and owner of Heylen Group: “We are thrilled to welcome FieldTrust to the Heylen family. This acquisition fits perfectly with our vision. With its reputation as an innovative player, FieldTrust is the ideal partner to drive our growth in this dynamic sector. Our Connect+ division now comprises a network of more than 1,500 resellers.”

Going forward, FieldTrust will work closely with Smartworx, also part of Heylen Group and a distributor of a wide range of cloud solutions (including Microsoft 365, Azure, Bittitan, SkyHi VOIP telephony, etc.) as well as server and storage systems.

Bart Cuypers, Managing Partner of FieldTrust: “We are delighted to join forces with Heylen Group, an investment company with a strong family character that shares our values of integrity, innovation and customer satisfaction. This partnership strengthens our capabilities and allows us to keep providing our partners with outstanding cybersecurity solutions.”