M&A Finance / Acquisition

Wireless Logic’s business expansion has ramped up with the acquisition of Jola, which will enable the IoT specialist to consolidate its routes-to-market through a single, focused channel in the UK.

Connexin has bolstered its regional growth plans through the acquisition of fellow Hull-based ISP Wisper Broadband.

Perwyn-backed JT IoT has acquired international MVNO and global roaming provider Top Connect to build a stronger global IoT ecosystem and to expand into new markets and use cases.

Kerv has enhanced its capabilities in FCA regulated compliance services with an acquisition that takes the total business to over £60m turnover and more than 500 staff.

Providence Equity-backed Node4 has enhanced its expertise in delivering Microsoft solutions and grown its footprint in the public sector through the acquisition of IT MSP risual.

Vector Capital has acquired majority ownership of WatchGuard Technologies in a deal that underscores the high value placed on cybersecurity MSPs. 

M&A preparation is key as legislation causes acquisition backlog for the channel, says Knight Corporate Finance Director Adam Zoldan.

Infinigate is merging its cybersecurity and secure networking expertise with Nuvias Group through an acquisition which will create a pan-European VAD powerhouse with a presence in 18 countries. The resulting Group hopes to generate €1.4bn by 2023.