Autodata, a specialist technical information provider to the automotive industry, is under new ownership after being purchased by Bowmark Capital and Five Arrows.

After a comprehensive selection process, the Autodata shareholders chose Bowmark Capital and Five Arrows as its new investment partners. Bowmark Capital has significant experience in the information and data industry, while Five Arrows is the principal investing arm of the Rothschild Group.

Established more than 40 years ago, Autodata is renowned for its supply of technical information covering more than 80 vehicle manufacturers and 17,000 models.

Autodata Chief Executive, Rod Williams, said, “We are delighted to have completed this transaction, and look forward to continuing Autodata’s strong record of growth by further expanding our product range and geographic footprint, both organically and by acquisition,  with the support and financial backing of Bowmark and Five Arrows.”

News of the change in ownership of Autodata comes as the Company rolls out its new web application across Europe which builds on its existing reputation for quality and accuracy of data.