Infosys to Acquire MRE Consulting, The Missing Link to Boost Energy, Cybersecurity Capabilities
Friday, 18 April 2025, 10:44 IST
Infosys, India’s second-largest IT services company, announced two strategic acquisitions aimed at strengthening its capabilities in energy consulting and cybersecurity. The company will acquire Houston-based MRE Consulting, a leading technology and business consulting firm focused on the energy sector, and Australian cybersecurity firm The Missing Link for AUD 98 million.
Headquartered in Houston, Texas, MRE Consulting brings to Infosys a team of over 200 professionals with expertise in Energy and Commodity Trading and Risk Management (E/CTRM) platforms. The firm has developed proprietary E/CTRM business process frameworks that span multiple commodities, transportation modes, and business models, helping clients accelerate vendor selection, solution design, and implementation.
In a statement, Infosys said the acquisition of MRE will bolster its digital transformation offerings in the energy and utilities sector.
Ashiss Kumar Dash, EVP & Global Head – Services, Utilities, Resources, Energy, and Sustainability at Infosys, said, “The world is now shifting towards a more sustainable future. With increasing complexity in integrating diverse sources of energy including renewables, global corporations require innovative solutions to navigate transformation. By combining MRE Consulting’s deep E/CTRM capabilities with Infosys’ established leadership in the energy, resources and utilities sector, we are further enhancing our ability to drive value for our clients in this critical area of their business”.
MRE’s Founders Mike Short, Dru Neikirk, and Shane Merz expressed enthusiasm about the partnership. “The opportunities for our clients at the intersection of data, AI, and technology are vast. Beyond strong business synergy, we were seeking a partner who shared our values and mutual respect. By joining with Infosys, we will extend our expertise, deliver new capabilities, and expand beyond our current markets, while scaling what makes MRE special”, they said.
The acquisition is expected to close in the first quarter of FY2026 (ending June 30, 2025), subject to customary closing conditions.
In addition, Infosys will acquire The Missing Link, a leading Australian cybersecurity services company. The firm specializes in end-to-end cyber solutions and operates a state-of-the-art Global Security Operations Centre (GSOC). With this acquisition, Infosys aims to enhance its global cybersecurity capabilities and bolster its cyber defense center network.
The Missing Link’s solutions protect networks, secure digital assets, and equip staff to mitigate cyber threats effectively.
Meanwhile, Infosys reported an 11.7 percent year-on-year decline in consolidated net profit to Rs 7,033 crore for the quarter ended March 2025, compared to Rs 7,969 crore in the same period last year. Despite the dip, Infosys exceeded its full-year revenue guidance, raising its FY2025 outlook to 4.5-5 percent, up from the earlier 3.75-4.5 percent range.
Headquartered in Houston, Texas, MRE Consulting brings to Infosys a team of over 200 professionals with expertise in Energy and Commodity Trading and Risk Management (E/CTRM) platforms. The firm has developed proprietary E/CTRM business process frameworks that span multiple commodities, transportation modes, and business models, helping clients accelerate vendor selection, solution design, and implementation.
In a statement, Infosys said the acquisition of MRE will bolster its digital transformation offerings in the energy and utilities sector.
Ashiss Kumar Dash, EVP & Global Head – Services, Utilities, Resources, Energy, and Sustainability at Infosys, said, “The world is now shifting towards a more sustainable future. With increasing complexity in integrating diverse sources of energy including renewables, global corporations require innovative solutions to navigate transformation. By combining MRE Consulting’s deep E/CTRM capabilities with Infosys’ established leadership in the energy, resources and utilities sector, we are further enhancing our ability to drive value for our clients in this critical area of their business”.
MRE’s Founders Mike Short, Dru Neikirk, and Shane Merz expressed enthusiasm about the partnership. “The opportunities for our clients at the intersection of data, AI, and technology are vast. Beyond strong business synergy, we were seeking a partner who shared our values and mutual respect. By joining with Infosys, we will extend our expertise, deliver new capabilities, and expand beyond our current markets, while scaling what makes MRE special”, they said.
The acquisition is expected to close in the first quarter of FY2026 (ending June 30, 2025), subject to customary closing conditions.
In addition, Infosys will acquire The Missing Link, a leading Australian cybersecurity services company. The firm specializes in end-to-end cyber solutions and operates a state-of-the-art Global Security Operations Centre (GSOC). With this acquisition, Infosys aims to enhance its global cybersecurity capabilities and bolster its cyber defense center network.
The Missing Link’s solutions protect networks, secure digital assets, and equip staff to mitigate cyber threats effectively.
Meanwhile, Infosys reported an 11.7 percent year-on-year decline in consolidated net profit to Rs 7,033 crore for the quarter ended March 2025, compared to Rs 7,969 crore in the same period last year. Despite the dip, Infosys exceeded its full-year revenue guidance, raising its FY2025 outlook to 4.5-5 percent, up from the earlier 3.75-4.5 percent range.
