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M Group acquires Telent

M Group has aquired Telent, a provider of operational technology and digital solutions for Critical National Infrastructure (CNI) across the UK and Ireland.

Above: M Group makes transformative move into the technology solutions market by acquiring Telent.
Courtesy M Group

 
On completion of the transaction, M Group will be even better placed to tackle the evolving challenges of the ageing infrastructure across the UK and Ireland, combining M Group’s market leading infrastructure service offering with Telent’s leading technology and digital solution capabilities.

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Telent's differentiated position in mission critical communications, network infrastructure and end-to-end cyber security services, materially enhances M Group’s ability to deliver integrated solutions across the telecom, transport, water and energy sectors. It also expands M Group’s reach into attractive adjacent markets, including the public sector, defence, emergency services and education.
 
Bringing Telent into the M Group family will strengthen longstanding relationships with shared customers including Transport for London (TfL), National Highways, Network Rail, Virgin Media O2, BT, EE and Openreach.
 
The transaction is subject to regulatory approval.
 
Andrew Findlay, Chief Executive of M Group, said: "This is a hugely transformative deal for M Group and I am delighted Telent is joining us.
 
“We recognise the strength of Telent’s differentiated capabilities, market position and talented people that make it a great business. With the acquisition of Telent, M Group will be even better placed to deliver essential infrastructure services for life.
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“Our ambitious growth strategy reflects a combination of organic and inorganic growth and this acquisition builds on our strong track record of strategic M&A. It will enable us to deliver even greater value and expertise to our clients and so help the people, communities and economies of the UK and Ireland adapt to a changing world.”
 
Jo Gretton, Chief Executive of Telent, added: "Joining M Group marks an exciting new chapter for Telent, reinforcing our leading position in network and technology solutions.
 
“Telent is a business with a long trading heritage and an excellent reputation. With M Group’s extensive infrastructure expertise and scale, we are well placed to accelerate our growth and continue to be a trusted partner for organisations at the forefront of the digital revolution.”
 
Dominic Murphy, Managing Partner and Co-Head of the UK team at CVC, said: “Since CVC acquired M Group last year, the business has taken major strides forwards in the delivery of its ambitious strategy to strengthen its capabilities and enhance its solutions offering for clients.
 
“This latest acquisition transforms M Group’s digital and technology capabilities and accelerates its growth momentum, taking pro forma revenue to over £3 billion.”

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