Vela is pleased to announce the strategic acquisition of Redd, a Chilean technology company providing innovative fleet management, telematics and safety solutions to the mining, forestry, passenger transport, vehicle leasing, and municipal waste management industries. 

Based in Santiago, Chile, Redd provides nationwide service to a wide range of clients and is a recognized leader in fleet monitoring, vehicle safety, and telematics solutions. Its Rastreosat platform offers real-time tracking, video telematics, and advanced alerts for light, heavy, and specialized vehicles. Redd’s solutions have been deployed across small fleets to large operations with thousands of connected assets across Chile. 

Daniel Chausson, Portfolio Manager, Vela Telematics, commented "Vela Telematics was created with the vision of providing our customers with the most comprehensive, complete and technologically advanced solution on the market. The acquisition of Redd accelerates our progress, complementing our existing business with proven technology and deep expertise. We are excited to welcome the Tastets brothers (Eduardo and Christian) and their dedicated team of experts to Vela Telematics."

Eduardo Tastets, CEO of Redd, shared his vision, “At Redd, we have always believed in technology as a means to protect people, assets, and operations. This new chapter with Vela Telematics will allow us to continue fulfilling that purpose - with greater support, expanded capabilities, and a long-term vision. Our customers will be the main beneficiaries, continuing to work with the same team, now equipped with new tools to face their challenges. We will continue to operate as Redd, staying true to our history and committed to building solutions that make a real difference.” 

About Redd

Founded in 1998, Redd is a Chilean technology company with nationwide operations and a strong presence across industries such as mining, forestry, logistics, passenger transport, and high-value asset management. Under its Rastreosat brand, Redd offers specialized solutions including GPS fleet tracking (Fleet), video telematics (CAM), and the Fleet Inteligence Center  (CIF). It also maintains a strategic alliance with MOBA to support smart waste management initiatives. Redd supports the monitoring of over 18,000 connected assets and is known for its strong customer service, technological flexibility, and commitment to operational safety. 

About Vela

Vela Software Group acquires, manages and builds industry specific software businesses globally. Vela companies invest in becoming leaders in their industries and to better serve their customers. We help companies improve their operations, grow through organic initiatives, and seek acquisitions that can strengthen their market position. Vela Software Group is an operating group of Constellation Software Inc., a leading provider of software and services to a diversified group of public and private sector markets.

Media enquiries: 

Clara Ferrari, Global Marketing Manager - clara.ferrari@velaindustriesgroup.com

Scarlet Caviedes, Marketing Redd - scaviedes@redd.cl