Private equity firm Platinum Equity has completed its acquisition of Anuvu, a global leader in in-flight entertainment and high-speed connectivity solutions serving aviation, maritime, and non-theatrical markets. The transaction, first announced in August 2025, marks the beginning of a new chapter for Anuvu as it strengthens its technology platform, expands service capabilities, and accelerates innovation for mobility clients worldwide.
Anuvu operates two primary business divisions. Its Media Technology Services arm licenses, distributes, localizes, and delivers entertainment content to airlines, cruise lines, and other travel sectors, maintaining a vast catalog of over 400,000 titles across film, television, and digital media. Its Connectivity division provides broadband satellite Internet access, telecommunications equipment, passenger experience platforms, and analytics tools, supporting inflight connectivity and onboard communication for more than 150 airlines and 30 cruise-line partners globally.
With Platinum Equity’s operational and financial backing, Anuvu plans to deepen investments in next-generation satellite technologies, expand its content distribution capabilities, and enhance data-driven passenger management solutions. The acquisition provides Anuvu with the capital and strategic support necessary to scale its dual focus on entertainment and connectivity, both of which are increasingly vital to the passenger experience in modern mobility markets.
The partnership also positions Anuvu to expand into adjacent verticals as digital transformation reshapes the aviation and maritime industries. Platinum Equity’s experience in global operations and its track record of building technology and media platforms will support Anuvu’s ambition to deliver seamless, end-to-end solutions for clients seeking both reliability and innovation.
Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Drake Star served as the exclusive financial advisor to Anuvu.
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“I am incredibly proud of what Anuvu has accomplished in recent years and believe that Platinum Equity will provide the launching pad to further the company’s growth in technology and content, benefiting our clients. Thank you to our leadership team and to all those who worked hard to complete this deal, as well as our Board of Directors for their meaningful contributions throughout the past few years. I’d also like to share my gratitude to all Nuvers who have made Anuvu the driven, client-focused market leader it is today.”
Josh Marks, Chief Executive Officer, Anuvu
“Anuvu has an impressive heritage in entertainment and connectivity for mobility markets, serving over 150 airline and 30 cruise-line clients worldwide. We share a vision with Anuvu’s leadership team to grow their respective businesses and look forward to leveraging their capabilities and expertise to pursue further opportunities in adjacent markets.”
Jacob Kotzubei, Co-President, and Dan Krasner, Managing Director, Platinum Equity
