Fiserv Inc. (NYSE: FI), a global leader in payments and financial services technology, announced its acquisition of CCV, a payment solutions provider operating in the Netherlands, Belgium, and Germany. The move highlights Fiserv’s commitment to growth in the European market. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.
Founded in Arnhem in 1958, CCV has been a trailblazer in the payments sector, introducing the first electronic payments in the Netherlands in the 1970s. Over decades, the company has expanded its reach and influence, becoming a key player in omni-channel payment solutions.
This acquisition enables Fiserv to accelerate the rollout of its Clover platform and operating system across Europe. The combined resources of Fiserv and CCV aim to create a robust omnichannel offering, helping businesses seamlessly accept payments while benefiting from enhanced capabilities and innovation.
Katia Karpova, Head of the EMEA region at Fiserv, said, “The addition of CCV enables Fiserv to accelerate the deployment of our Clover platform and operating system, providing enhanced capabilities and innovation to our clients across Europe. We deeply admire the reputation CCV has built over its 67-year history and are committed to continuing its legacy of success.”
CCV’s Chief Technology and Innovation Officer, Michiel Bijleveld, echoed these sentiments, stating, “Providing our merchant and partner network with Fiserv’s suite of products allows them to access the latest and most reliable payment technology. We are proud to join the Fiserv family and deliver seamless, end-to-end solutions to our clients.”
This acquisition is expected to strengthen the operational and client support models of both companies, advancing their mission to provide reliable, cutting-edge payment solutions to businesses across Europe.