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Cluj-Napoca, June 26, 2025 – AROBS Transilvania Software (BVB: AROBS), a Romanian entrepreneurial technology company listed on the Bucharest Stock Exchange, announces the acquisition of a 70% stake in the U.S.-based company Codingscape, specialized in technology consulting, design, and custom software development services for enterprise clients. With this transaction, AROBS enhances its footprint in Northern America, validating its strategic objective of strengthening its market presence in the US and its capacity to participate in the most dynamic technology ecosystem. At the same time, the acquisition opens new growth opportunities for Codingscape, which will gain access to European markets through AROBS’ network, client base, and operational infrastructure.
“Codingscape is a remarkable, multi-award-winning player in the U.S. software services market, known for its outstanding team and mature approach to delivering cutting-edge digital solutions. For AROBS Group, joining forces with Codingscape represents a significant milestone in accelerating our international expansion in North America and strengthening our ability to provide customized software services, closer to our clients. The process underlines AROBS’ international ambition and confidence in a growth model built on perseverance, strategic investment, and authentic technological expertise. I want to thank Porter, Jimmy, Pawel and Kim, and the Codingscape team for their trust and openness, and I am confident that together we will continue to create exceptional value for our global clients and partners,” stated Voicu Oprean, founder and CEO of AROBS.
Founded in 2018 by American entrepreneurs Porter Haney, Jimmy Jacobson, Pawel Szymczykowski, and later joined by Kim Sullivan, Codingscape is a software consultancy headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada. The company has earned recognition for its ability to build dedicated technical teams for enterprise clients, combining strong software engineering expertise with a deep focus on delivery excellence and user-centric product design. Codingscape was listed as the 310th Fastest Growing Company in America on the Inc. 5000 list. The company employs around 60 senior specialists and operates under a fully remote model, offering organizations agility and rapid access to advanced capabilities. Its operating structure enables efficient integration into client teams, functioning as a trusted extension of in-house resources.
Codingscape provides services in AI-enabled software development, custom software solutions that support digital transformation, modernization, internal tooling, and cloud-native development. Codingscape’s experienced team utilizes AI to amplify their expertise, enabling them to identify critical needs and deliver impactful solutions at accelerated timelines.
Codingscape has collaborated with clients across multiple industries, including Zappos, Twilio, Veho, Clientbook, Penny AI, and Harry Reid International Airport. These partnerships reflect Codingscape’s strong technical capabilities and reputation for delivering high-quality digital products and engineering support to leading organizations across multiple industries.
Porter Haney, CEO, is a seasoned founder and operator who has scaled multiple businesses through venture capital and cashflow growth, leading Codingscape from inception to a 60+ person team without external funding. Based in Vermont, he brings a people-first leadership style rooted in empathy. Jimmy Jacobson, CTO, began his career in the early 2000s with companies such as Overstock and Zappos and is an active tech community organizer in Las Vegas, recognized with a Top Tech award in 2023. Pawel Szymczykowski, Head of Technology, played a key engineering role at Zappos during its growth and subsequent acquisition by Amazon, and is known for his high standards and commitment to client success. Kim Sullivan, Head of Product, brings experience from companies like Wells Fargo Bank, Netezza (acquired by IBM), and Backcountry.com, and currently leads the Product, Design, and Delivery teams at Codingscape.
“AROBS shares our passion for delivering deep engineering and product expertise with a service first mindset. We found the best partner we could imagine to grow together in this revolutionary and AI Forward time in the consulting industry. Together, we are doubling down on what makes us both great: elite engineers, small empowered teams, and a culture of relentless delivery. Together with AROBS, we are excited to strengthen our collaboration for the benefit of our clients,” stated Porter Haney, founder and CEO of Codingscape.
In 2024, Codingscape recorded revenues of approximately USD 15 million, with a strong portfolio of enterprise clients across sectors such as technology, healthcare, financial services, and retail. Once the transaction is completed, Codingscape will remain an independent brand, led by the same team, serving the same clients – now with access to deeper technical resources, a stronger European footprint, and greater scale. Upon completion of the transaction, the Codingscape management team will retain a 30% ownership stake in the company. The company’s financial results will be included in AROBS’ consolidated financial statements upon completion of the transaction, which is subject to certain conditions and regulatory approvals.
This is AROBS’ first direct acquisition in the United States and the second transaction completed following the company’s share capital increase in July 2024, through which the Group raised approximately EUR 30 million to support its M&A-driven international growth strategy.
The announcement marks the 12th acquisition since AROBS’ listing on the Bucharest Stock Exchange in 2021, following the acquisitions of Berg Software (2021), AROBS Engineering (formerly ENEA Software Services – 2022), Nordlogic Group (2022), Centrul de Soft Romania (2023), AROBS Polska (2023), AROBS Software Moldova and AROBS TrackGPS Moldova (2023), AROBS Pannonia Software (2023), Future Workforce Group, Infobest (2024) and SVT Romania (2025).
On AROBS’ side, the transaction was supported by Avid Legal PLLC – Legal Due Diligence and Transaction Advisory Services, Virtas Partners – Financial Due Diligence, and Andersen Tax LLC – Tax Due Diligence. On Codingscape’s side, the transaction was facilitated by STS Capital Partners and Holland & Hart LLP.
