Vela APX Acquires Vitalcare, a leading provider of trusted care technology that enhances safety, efficiency, and quality of life.

Sydney, Australia – July 1, 2025 – Vela APX, a division of Vela Software Group and Constellation Software Inc. (TSX: CSU), is pleased to announce the acquisition of Vitalcare, a leader in nurse-call, medical alert, and critical messaging systems, serving hospitals, aged care, allied health, and home care across Australia and New Zealand

In 1979, a group of Australian engineers set out to design smarter ways to keep people safe in their own homes and aged care. Vitalcare are one of the original hardware developers whose vision helped shape the early Personal Emergency Response Systems and Nurse Call systems that would eventually carry the Vitalcare name. Throughout the years the team has expanded the functions, features and software supporting health facilities, and individuals in their homes. In 2025, Vitalcare continues to push boundaries, blending hardware, software, and innovation to improve safety and quality of life for older people.

This acquisition aligns with Vela APX’s strategy to invest in mission-critical vertical market software businesses. By integrating Vitalcare into its portfolio, Vela APX enhances its capabilities in delivering comprehensive digital solutions to a broader range of industries.

“We are excited to welcome Vitalcare into the Vela APX family,” said Luke Haites, Group Director at Vela APX. “Vitalcare has been an innovator and leading provider of solutions to connect the most vulnerable in our community to help when they need it most.  The acquisition of Vitalcare extends our commitment and range of solutions in the Aged and Health care sectors.  We look forward to supporting the existing leadership team as they continue the businesses innovation and growth.”

Vitalcare will continue to operate as an independent business unit within Vela APX, maintaining its brand identity and commitment to innovation and customer service. The existing management team will remain in place, ensuring continuity for clients and partners.

Logan Ross, General Manager of Vitalcare, expressed excitement about joining the Vela Software Group:
“We are delighted to close the acquisition of Vitalcare by Vela and look forward to leveraging the Constellation groups considerable resources to accelerate the growth and performance of Vitalcare. The acquisition not only provides Vitalcare with access to considerable resources and expertise, but provides a solid corporate platform on which to take the cutting edge Vitalcare technology to the world. We were impressed that Constellation not only identified our historical achievements, but shared our vision for the future to accelerate our remarkable growth and look forward to a rewarding future.” 

This acquisition reinforces Vela’s “connected autonomy” model, providing Vitalcare with the agility to innovate while benefiting from the broader support and resources available within the Vela Group.

About Vela APX

Vela APX is an operating group of Vela Software Group and Constellation Software Inc., one of the world’s largest networks of vertical market software businesses. Vela APX acquires, manages, and builds mission-critical software companies that serve a wide range of specialised industries.

The group invests in a diverse portfolio of businesses across sectors including Automotive, Wholesale & Distribution, Agribusiness, Industry Associations, Fashion, Specialty Retail, Manufacturing, Insurance, Workplace Health & Safety (WH&S), Government, and Enterprise Asset Management.

Through this broad network and deep domain expertise, Vela provides vertical market software leadership, operational support, and capital to help businesses grow—both organically and through acquisitions.

With a commitment to perpetual ownership, Vela invests for the long term, with a strong focus on operational excellence and sustainable, organic growth.

For more information on Vitalcare visit www.vitalcare.com.au  and for Vela APX, please visit velaapx.com or contact us at M&A@velasoftwaregroup.com.au