About This Deal

Microsoft Corporation acquired NextBase, a transaction announced in November 1994.

NextBase operates in Consumer software (mapping / AutoRoute, later Streets), is based in United Kingdom. NextBase was a United Kingdom developer of PC-based mapping and route-planning software, best known for AutoRoute. Microsoft acquired NextBase to enter the consumer mapping and navigation software market; the technology evolved into Microsoft AutoRoute and the Streets product line.

Enter the consumer mapping and route-planning software category with an established product and team.

Deal Terms

Acquirer
Microsoft Corporation
Target
NextBase
Value
Not disclosed
Date
November 1994
Type
Acquisition
Status
Official-source — no SEC filing

Transaction Details

Target HQ
United Kingdom
Segment
Consumer software (mapping / AutoRoute, later Streets)
Announced
November 1, 1994

Advisors

Advisory firms were not disclosed for this transaction.

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Sources: SEC filing ↗

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