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| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Language localization Data Services |
| Founded | 2011 |
| Headquarters | Global operations in North America, Europe, Asia |
Key people | Krzysztof Zdanowski (Co-CEO) Veroniqué Ozkaya (Co-CEO) |
Number of employees | 280[1] |
| Website | summalinguae |
Summa Linguae S.A. is a global company that provides data services, translation and localization services.
Overview
[edit]Summa Linguae Technologies is a global provider of language and technology solutions, specializing in localization, multilingual data for AI, Natural Language Processing (NLP), and AI-powered language solutions.[2][3]
The company was founded in 2011 by Krzysztof Zdanowski in Poland and initially operated as a traditional language services provider.[4] Over time, Summa Linguae evolved into a leader in AI-driven solutions, offering services that help global companies enhance multilingual communication and data strategies.[5]
With headquarters in Warsaw, Poland, the company operates globally, providing advanced technology-enabled localization and data solutions for industries such as e-commerce, healthcare, and artificial intelligence.[6]
Mergers and Acquisitions
[edit]In 2016, Summa Linguae Technologies entered a strategic alliance with Mayflower Language Services, a prominent Indian localization company based in Bangalore. This partnership enabled Summa Linguae to extend its services to global markets, particularly in India.[7][8]
In 2018, the company acquired Sweden-based Kommunicera, marking its expansion into Scandinavia and establishing a presence in Northern Europe.[9][10]
In 2019, Summa Linguae Technologies became majority-owned by private equity investors, including Value4Capital (V4C), Genesis Capital, and ESPIRA Investments. These firms played key roles in funding Summa Linguae's acquisitions, particularly in North America, facilitating the company's growth in the U.S. and Canada.[11][12]
That same year, Summa Linguae acquired Globalme, a data collection and localization company based in Vancouver, Canada. This acquisition bolstered Summa Linguae's presence in North America and enhanced its capacity to serve the AI and tech industries.[13][14]
In 2021, the company further expanded its data solutions capabilities by acquiring Datamundi, a Belgium-based firm specializing in creating and enriching language data for Natural Language Processing (NLP) system builders.[15][16]
In 2022, Summa Linguae Technologies strengthened its life sciences offerings through the acquisition of Getit, a Poland-based company focused on providing complex linguistic solutions to global corporations in the life sciences sector.[17][18]
By 2022, private equity firms maintained significant control, with Genesis Capital and ESPIRA Investments acquiring interests from V4C. These ownership changes supported the company's expansion into AI-driven data solutions and multilingual content management.[19]
Operations
[edit]Summa Linguae provides data solutions for AI, managed services, translation, and localization in many languages. The company operates through multiple offices across North America, Europe, and Asia.[20]
Awards and Recognition
[edit]In 2020, Summa Linguae received the main prize in the "Investor" category during the ninth edition of the "Polska Firma – Międzynarodowy Czempion" (Polish Company – International Champion) competition. The event, organized by PwC Poland and Puls Biznesu, recognizes Polish companies for notable achievements in international markets. Summa Linguae was acknowledged for its mergers and acquisitions, including its acquisition of Kommunicera in 2018, and Globalme and GlobalVision in 2019.[21]
Services
[edit]Summa Linguae Technologies offers a diverse range of services, including:
- Translation and Localization: Providing multilingual content solutions tailored for enterprises across various industries.[22]
- AI Data Services: Delivering custom data solutions for machine learning, natural language processing, and artificial intelligence applications, encompassing data collection, annotation, and synthesis.[23]
- Managed Services: Offering comprehensive localization project management and staffing solutions to meet client needs.[24]
References
[edit]- ^ "Summa Linguae Technologies Company Profile". PitchBook. Retrieved November 15, 2024.
- ^ "Top Translation Services in Vancouver". Clutch. Retrieved November 15, 2024.
- ^ "Summa Linguae Acquires Globalme, Expands in Data Annotation". Slator. October 15, 2019. Retrieved November 15, 2024.
- ^ "Summa Linguae Technologies Overview". Datanyze. Retrieved November 15, 2024.
- ^ "Summa Linguae Technologies - Market Screener Overview". Market Screener. Retrieved November 15, 2024.
- ^ "Contact - Summa Linguae Technologies". Summa Linguae Technologies. Retrieved November 15, 2024.
- ^ "Summa Linguae Completes Merger with Mayflower". Slator. October 20, 2016. Retrieved November 15, 2024.
- ^ "Summa Linguae Plans Acquiring Shares in Indian Company". Summa Linguae Technologies. October 15, 2016. Retrieved November 15, 2024.
- ^ "Poland's Summa Linguae Buys Swedish LSP Kommunicera". Slator. March 1, 2018. Retrieved November 15, 2024.
- ^ "Summa Linguae Acquires Kommunicera". Summa Linguae Technologies. February 28, 2018. Retrieved November 15, 2024.
- ^ "Summa Linguae Technologies Overview". Mergr. Retrieved November 15, 2024.
- ^ "Summa Linguae Completes Acquisition of Globalme". MarketScreener. October 15, 2019. Retrieved November 15, 2024.
- ^ "Globalme is Now Summa Linguae Technologies". Summa Linguae Technologies. October 10, 2019. Retrieved November 15, 2024.
- ^ "Summa Linguae Completes Acquisition of Globalme". MarketScreener. October 15, 2019. Retrieved November 15, 2024.
- ^ "Summa Linguae Acquires Datamundi". Summa Linguae Technologies. June 15, 2021. Retrieved November 15, 2024.
- ^ "Summa Linguae Acquires Datamundi, Strengthens Data Solutions Offering". MultiLingual. June 20, 2021. Retrieved November 15, 2024.
- ^ "Summa Linguae Buys Poland-Based Life Sciences LSP Getit". Slator. March 15, 2022. Retrieved November 15, 2024.
- ^ "Summa Linguae Acquires Getit". Summa Linguae Technologies. March 10, 2022. Retrieved November 15, 2024.
- ^ "Summa Linguae Technologies Overview". Mergr. Retrieved November 15, 2024.
- ^ "About Summa Linguae". Summa Linguae Technologies. Retrieved November 15, 2024.
- ^ "Polska Firma – Międzynarodowy Czempion". Puls Biznesu. Retrieved November 15, 2024.
- ^ "Summa Linguae Services Overview". Summa Linguae Technologies. Retrieved November 15, 2024.
- ^ "AI Data Solutions by Summa Linguae". Summa Linguae Technologies. Retrieved November 15, 2024.
- ^ "Managed Services at Summa Linguae". Summa Linguae Technologies. Retrieved November 15, 2024.
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