Add-on Acquisitions in 2026

Tracked deals

1605

1605 tracked deals across 2026.

Buyer mix

Mixed buyer set

1427 strategic · 722 pe

Top trend

Volume peaked in 2022

2485 tracked deals announced in 2022.

Buyer Snapshot

Top Buyers

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Buyer # Deals Focus Type
Align Capital Partners 12 Growth-oriented private equity firm partnering with manag... PE
Inszone Insurance Services 11 Independent insurance brokerage providing property & casu... Strategic
Pye-Barker Fire & Safety 11 Provider of fully integrated fire protection, life safety... Strategic (PE-backed)
Bertram Capital 8 Lower middle-market private equity firm investing in busi... PE
Allied Industrial Partners 7 Lower-middle market private equity firm investing in indu... PE
Arcline Investment Management 7 Growth-oriented private equity firm investing in industri... PE
Gemspring Capital 7 Middle-market private equity firm providing flexible capi... PE
World Insurance Associates LLC 7 Insurance brokerage and financial services provider with ... Strategic
Argano 6 Global specialist consultancy delivering high-performance... Strategic (PE-backed)
Gryphon Investors 6 Middle-market private investment firm focused on growth o... PE

Acquisition Volume in Add-on in 2026 by Year

Last 10 years

Acquisition volume by year Annual acquisition counts for the last 10 years for Add-on Acquisitions in 2026. 36 2017 79 2018 855 2019 1334 2020 2370 2021 2485 2022 1984 2023 2126 2024 1982 2025 ~2009 est. 1596 2026
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Supporting Data

Recent Transactions

  • Buyer
    Summus
    Target
    Controls For Automation
    Type
    Addon

    Summus acquired Controls For Automation (CFA), a New England distributor of pneumatics and motion-control products that also provides engineering, system integration and related services. The acquisition expands Summus’ technical and assembled-solution capabilities, strengthens its presence in New England, and broadens its reach into markets including medical, packaging and semiconductor.

  • Buyer
    Q360 Group, Valedor Partners
    Target
    The Flexo Factor
    Seller
    Steven Wilkinson
    Type
    Addon

    Q360 Group acquired The Flexo Factor, a Monroe, North Carolina-based supplier of flexographic cleaning products, pressroom equipment, training and consulting. The acquisition expands Q360’s consumables offering and deepens its recurring customer relationships; Q360 was formed in partnership with Valedor Partners, with support from Align Collaborate.

  • Buyer
    FourNet
    Target
    SVL Business Solutions
    Industry
    IT Services
    Location
    Scotland, United Kingdom
    Type
    Addon

    FourNet acquired Glasgow-based SVL Business Solutions, combining their customer experience and contact center expertise in a business with more than 230 employees and over 450 customers. The acquisition adds specialist capabilities in interaction recording, analytics and workforce management, and expands FourNet’s capacity and customer base in financial services and other regulated markets.

  • Buyer
    Carenet Health
    Target
    Invene
    Industry
    IT Services
    Type
    Addon

    Carenet Health acquired Invene, a healthcare-focused AI, data engineering, and technology consulting firm. The addition expands Carenet’s capabilities in healthcare AI and data consulting, complementing its engagement, clinical, and operational services; Invene’s team joined Carenet immediately.

  • Buyer
    AKAM
    Target
    Matthew Adam Properties
    Industry
    Real Estate
    Type
    Addon

    AKAM acquired Matthew Adam Properties, a New York City property management firm overseeing 85 buildings. The acquisition expands AKAM’s New York presence and adds resources and capabilities intended to enhance service for clients and residents.

  • Buyer
    Capital Machine
    Target
    KC Robotics
    Type
    Addon

    Capital Machine acquired KC Robotics, a West Chester, Ohio-based robotic systems integrator serving manufacturers. The acquisition adds engineering and turnkey automation capabilities to Capital Machine’s metal-fabrication equipment and service offering; KC Robotics will continue operating under its own name, led by Kyle Carrier.

  • Buyer
    Vivify Specialty Ingredients
    Target
    AuNutra Industries
    Industry
    Manufacturing
    Type
    Addon

    Gryphon Investors-backed Vivify Specialty Ingredients acquired AuNutra Industries, a supplier of botanical extracts and specialty nutritional ingredients. The acquisition broadens Vivify’s product portfolio and capabilities in nutraceuticals and supplements while expanding its distribution reach across North America; AuNutra founder Kava Liu remains a significant investor in the combined organization.

  • Buyer
    The Badlands Security Company, Tucker's Farm Corporation
    Target
    Cosmic Fischer
    Type
    Addon

    The Badlands Security Company, backed by Tucker's Farm Corporation, acquired Cosmic Fischer, a New York City commercial security integrator. Cosmic Fischer adds electronic access control, surveillance, intercom, and related services to Badlands' existing locksmith and mechanical-security capabilities; it will continue operating under its own name with Stephen Vaknin as CEO.

  • Buyer
    Darcy Partners
    Target
    Realize 2050
    Industry
    Consulting
    Location
    United States
    Type
    Addon

    Darcy Partners acquired Realize 2050 and launched a dedicated power and utilities business unit, appointing Chris Richardson as its CEO. The acquisition adds energy strategy and innovation consulting capabilities as Darcy expands its focus in the power and utilities market.

  • Buyer
    Darcy Partners
    Target
    Realize 2050
    Industry
    Consulting
    Type
    Addon

    Darcy Partners acquired Realize 2050, an energy solutions consultancy serving investor-owned utilities across North America. The acquisition combines Realize 2050’s strategic advisory and technology commercialization capabilities with Darcy Partners’ technology intelligence platform and utility community, and launches Darcy Power as a dedicated business unit.

  • October 13, 2026
    Buyer
    Argano
    Target
    Oktana Corporation
    Industry
    IT Services
    Type
    Addon

    Argano acquired Oktana Corporation, a Salesforce Summit Partner specializing in Data & AI, digital engineering, and Salesforce implementation services. The acquisition adds 227 professionals and expands Argano’s Agentforce, Data Cloud, Snowflake, MuleSoft, and AI-enabled transformation capabilities.

  • Buyer
    Avanza + MedHQ
    Target
    Fulcrum Strategies
    Industry
    Consulting
    Type
    Addon

    Avanza + MedHQ acquired Fulcrum Strategies, a healthcare consulting firm specializing in payer contract negotiation for physician practices, hospitals, and health systems. The acquisition adds dedicated payer contracting capabilities to Avanza + MedHQ’s services for ambulatory healthcare organizations; Fulcrum founder Ron Howrigon will lead the new Payer Relations and Contracting service line.

  • Buyer
    Eagle Leasing
    Target
    Mobile Storage, Inc.
    Industry
    Transportation
    Type
    Addon

    Eagle Leasing, a portfolio company of Kinderhook Industries, acquired Mobile Storage, Inc., a Providence-based provider of storage container and semi-trailer rentals. The acquisition adds a Providence operating location, fleet density, and local capabilities, extending Eagle Leasing’s presence in New England.

  • Buyer
    Total Sanitation Services
    Target
    Spanky's Portable Toilets
    Type
    Addon

    Trivest Partners-backed Total Sanitation Services acquired Spanky's Portable Toilets, a Tuscaloosa, Alabama-based provider of portable sanitation rentals and related services. The acquisition expands TSS into Alabama, with Spanky's continuing under its local leadership and gaining access to TSS's operational resources and purchasing scale.

  • Buyer
    Fathom Digital Manufacturing
    Target
    Precision Grinding & Manufacturing Corporation
    Industry
    Manufacturing
    Type
    Addon

    Fathom Digital Manufacturing acquired Precision Grinding & Manufacturing Corporation (PGM), adding precision machining, grinding, lapping, honing, assembly and specialized finishing capabilities. The Rochester-based manufacturer serves aerospace and defense customers from low- and mid-volume production through full-rate production.

  • Buyer
    Fathom Digital Manufacturing
    Target
    TCS Industries, TCS Electronics
    Industry
    Manufacturing
    Type
    Addon

    Fathom Digital Manufacturing acquired TCS Industries and TCS Electronics, collectively referred to as TCS, expanding its precision manufacturing and electronics integration capabilities for aerospace and defense customers. The Rochester-based businesses add precision machining, fabrication, electronics assembly and two facilities totaling more than 200,000 square feet to Fathom’s platform.

  • Buyer
    Rochester Midland Corporation
    Target
    ApHinity Technologies
    Seller
    Christopher Bellizzi, Stephen Mosher, Joshua Curt
    Type
    Addon

    Rochester Midland Corporation acquired ApHinity Technologies, a La Habra, California-based environmental engineering company specializing in water footprint optimization and industrial air emissions treatment. The acquisition adds ApHinity’s patented technologies and services to Rochester Midland’s water treatment platform, broadening the solutions available for complex water and air quality challenges.

  • Buyer
    Integrity Care Group
    Target
    15 NextCare clinics
    Location
    United States
    Type
    Addon

    Integrity Care Group acquired 15 NextCare clinics—nine in Oklahoma, four in Missouri and two in Nebraska—with approximately 200 employees joining Integrity. The acquisition expands Integrity’s Oklahoma presence and marks its entry into Missouri and Nebraska, growing its network to 100 locations across five states.

  • Buyer
    Fumex Air Filtration Systems
    Target
    PAT Technology Systems
    Industry
    Manufacturing
    Location
    Quebec, Canada
    Type
    Addon

    Fumex Air Filtration Systems acquired PAT Technology Systems, the Montreal-based company behind the Filtrabox brand, adding compact modular fume extractors to Fumex’s air-filtration portfolio. The combination expands product capabilities and customer reach across North America and Europe, with the companies’ engineering teams planning to collaborate on new filtration products.

  • Buyer
    Advantage Distribution Holdings
    Target
    Badger Metals, Inc.
    Type
    Addon

    Advantage Distribution Holdings (ADH) acquired Badger Metals, a family-led HVAC equipment and supplies distributor serving Wisconsin contractors. The acquisition expands ADH’s footprint to 17 locations across seven states; Badger’s local leadership and brand will remain, and Joe and Josh Welch will become ADH shareholders.

  • Buyer
    FVLCRUM Funds
    Target
    Fidelity Technology Services
    Type
    Addon

    FVLCRUM Funds acquired Fidelity Technology Services, a provider of military simulation training systems and services to U.S. and allied defense customers. FTS will operate alongside FVLCRUM portfolio company Advanced IT Concepts, combining complementary capabilities to form a broader flight simulation and training platform serving the U.S. military.

  • Buyer
    Constellation Cold Logistics
    Target
    Impruv Logistics AS
    Location
    Telemark, Norway
    Type
    Addon

    Constellation Cold Logistics acquired Impruv Logistics AS, adding a newly developed cold-storage facility near Porsgrunn with approximately 25,000 temperature-controlled pallet positions. The acquisition expands Constellation’s Norwegian capacity to approximately 90,000 pallet positions and adds local food-logistics expertise and customer relationships to its Nordic platform.

  • Buyer
    Rensa Filtration
    Target
    Aero Filter, Inc.
    Type
    Addon

    Rensa Filtration acquired Aero Filter, a Michigan-based distributor and service provider of air filtration solutions. The acquisition adds local technical sales and on-site service capabilities to Rensa’s regional network and expands its reach across Michigan.

  • Buyer
    Sojourner Consumer Partners
    Target
    AMG Brands
    Type
    Addon

    Sojourner Consumer Partners combined portfolio company Lornamead Products with AMG Brands in a $279 million merger, creating LPNA Group. The combined consumer products company plans to use the businesses’ complementary brands, manufacturing and sourcing capabilities, and retail relationships to expand across channels, with e-commerce a particular focus.

  • October 11, 2026
    Buyer
    PLACE
    Target
    Ardley
    Industry
    Cloud & SaaS
    Type
    Addon

    PLACE agreed to acquire Ardley, whose AI-powered mortgage technology helps lenders analyze loan portfolios and deliver targeted loan offers to existing borrowers. The acquisition expands PLACE’s mortgage-lifecycle platform with portfolio intelligence and retention capabilities; Ardley will continue serving its existing customers and partners.

  • Buyer
    Sopris Capital
    Target
    Blackford Analysis
    Seller
    Bayer
    Location
    Scotland, United Kingdom
    Type
    Addon

    Sopris Capital acquired Blackford Analysis from Bayer and plans to combine it with portfolio company Azra AI, while Blackford remains a separate legal entity. The acquisition adds medical-imaging AI orchestration capabilities to Sopris’s healthcare technology portfolio and is intended to extend its support for patients earlier in the care journey.

  • Buyer
    Precision Products Group
    Target
    Monadnock Non-Wovens
    Industry
    Manufacturing
    Type
    Addon

    Precision Products Group acquired Monadnock Non-Wovens, adding specialty meltblown nonwoven materials and related manufacturing capabilities to its engineered materials portfolio. Monadnock, founded by the Verney family, will continue operating under its existing brand, with James Cree remaining President.

  • Buyer
    Petauri
    Target
    Franklin Pharmaceutical Consulting
    Type
    Addon

    Petauri acquired Franklin Pharmaceutical Consulting (FPC), a consultancy providing health economics and outcomes research (HEOR), real-world evidence, and market access services to life sciences companies. FPC will strengthen Petauri Evidence, and founder Meg Franklin will serve as President of Petauri Evidence US.

  • October 9, 2026
    Buyer
    Klipboard
    Target
    Linxup
    Industry
    Cloud & SaaS
    Type
    Addon

    Klipboard acquired Linxup, adding its cloud-based fleet and field service management software to Klipboard’s portfolio and expanding the buyer’s North American presence. Linxup serves approximately 25,000 customers and supports more than 240,000 connected devices.

  • Buyer
    Verdantas
    Target
    Civilitude Engineers & Planners
    Type
    Addon

    Verdantas acquired Austin-based Civilitude Engineers & Planners, adding civil engineering, planning, infrastructure, and permitting capabilities in Central Texas. The acquisition expands Verdantas’ local presence and supports its growth across Texas; Sterling Investment Partners is an investor in the Verdantas platform.

  • Buyer
    Waverly Advisors
    Target
    MCS Family Wealth Advisors
    Type
    Addon

    Waverly Advisors acquired MCS Family Wealth Advisors, an Oregon wealth management firm with offices in Bend and Eugene and approximately $151 million in assets under management. The acquisition expands Waverly’s presence in the Pacific Northwest, and the transaction closed on October 9, 2026.

  • Buyer
    Apella Wealth
    Target
    Blue Spark Capital Advisors LLC
    Type
    Addon

    Apella Wealth added Blue Spark Capital Advisors, a financial planning and wealth management firm with offices in New York City and Great Barrington, Massachusetts, in a transaction that added approximately $261 million in assets under management. The completed acquisition expands Apella’s Northeast presence and adds Blue Spark founder Maura Griffin and her team to the firm.

  • Buyer
    Innovative Refrigeration Systems
    Target
    QuickFreeze
    Seller
    Dan Tippmann, Bob Tippmann
    Industry
    Manufacturing
    Type
    Addon

    Innovative Refrigeration Systems acquired QuickFreeze, a Fort Wayne-based developer and manufacturer of blast-freezing equipment, from Dan and Bob Tippmann. The acquisition adds QuickFreeze’s patented technologies and team to Innovative’s product and manufacturing capabilities; the transaction is Innovative’s first in partnership with CCMP Growth Advisors.

  • Buyer
    Guide Architecture
    Target
    MAIA Consulting
    Industry
    Consulting
    Type
    Addon

    Guide Architecture acquired MAIA Consulting, a 25-person healthcare consulting firm specializing in medical equipment planning and related services. The acquisition adds capabilities across the healthcare capital-project lifecycle; MAIA founder Melody Vandivere will continue leading the practice and guide its expansion within Guide.

  • Buyer
    Character World Brands (a division of Bioworld)
    Target
    Björna, Chaulnes Textile Industries (CTI)
    Location
    Denmark and France
    Type
    Addon

    Character World Brands, a division of Bioworld, acquired Danish home textiles specialist Björna and French home textiles company Chaulnes Textile Industries (CTI). The acquisitions add local market expertise, retailer relationships and product development capabilities, strengthening the group’s European presence and its ability to develop and distribute licensed home collections.

  • October 9, 2026
    Buyer
    pubX
    Target
    Compliant
    Type
    Addon

    pubX raised a $5 million Series A led by Chicago Ventures and acquired media quality and governance company Compliant. Compliant will retain its name and operate as a pubX company, with Jamie Barnard leading global demand growth at pubX.

  • Buyer
    Arthur J. Gallagher & Co., Pen Underwriting
    Target
    Ornella Underwriting
    Industry
    Insurance
    Location
    Ireland
    Type
    Addon

    Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. has acquired Ornella Underwriting through its specialist underwriting subsidiary Pen Underwriting. Ornella, a managing general agent in Wexford, Ireland, will become part of Pen Underwriting and continue operating under Pen Underwriting’s Ireland leadership.

  • Buyer
    Spectrum Wine Auctions (majority-owned by Gold.com via Spectrum Wine), Gold.com (via majority ownership of Spectrum Wine Auctions)
    Target
    Wine Cellar Club
    Industry
    Retail
    Type
    Addon

    Spectrum Wine Auctions, a majority-owned business of Gold.com’s Spectrum Wine, has acquired Wine Cellar Club, a wine storage operator based in Orange County, California. The deal expands Spectrum Wine’s storage footprint and increases capacity to approximately 1.5 million bottles (about 125,000 cases) across Orange County and Hong Kong.

  • Buyer
    Carson Group, Carson Wealth
    Target
    Foran Financial Group
    Type
    Addon

    Carson Group announced that Foran Financial Group will join Carson Wealth’s integrated advisor channel and operate as a Carson Wealth location in Somerville, New Jersey. The family-led practice, serving about $410 million in assets under management, will continue led by Daniel Foran and John Foran while gaining Carson’s planning capabilities, technology, and operational support.

  • Buyer
    Stonefield Economics
    Target
    VALUE Incorporated
    Type
    Addon

    Stonefield Economics announced that VALUE Incorporated has joined its national economic consulting and dispute advisory platform. VALUE, based in Irving, Texas, is a financial valuation and economic damages consulting firm. The transaction is Stonefield’s third strategic acquisition, and VALUE will continue serving its existing clients while gaining access to Stonefield’s broader infrastructure.

  • Buyer
    Certerra
    Target
    Universal Testing & Inspection Services
    Type
    Addon

    Certerra acquired Universal Testing & Inspection Services, a New York-based provider of geotechnical drilling, special inspections, construction materials testing, and laboratory services. The acquisition expands Certerra’s technical capabilities and strengthens its presence in the Northeast; Universal owner and president Larry A. Mercardante will lead Certerra’s New York and New Jersey operations as Northeast Division President.

  • Buyer
    XKIG
    Target
    Wilderness Land Management
    Type
    Addon

    XKIG acquired Wilderness Land Management, a utility vegetation management and rights-of-way contractor based in Iowa. Wilderness will join XKIG’s Kendall Vegetation Services operating unit, expanding its service capabilities and strengthening its presence in Iowa and neighboring states.

  • Buyer
    11:11 Systems
    Target
    Select IBM VMware Cloud Service Provider enterprise customers
    Seller
    IBM (implied, as source customers are IBM VMware VCSP customers)
    Industry
    IT Services
    Type
    Addon

    11:11 Systems completed the acquisition of select IBM VMware Cloud Service Provider (VCSP) enterprise customers. The deal expands 11:11’s global reach and its capability to support complex enterprise migrations across cloud infrastructure, connectivity, and cyber resilience/recovery services.

  • Buyer
    ORS Nasco
    Target
    Techniweld, PowerWeld
    Location
    Ontario, Canada
    Type
    Addon

    ORS Nasco acquired Techniweld and PowerWeld, a North American wholesaler of welding products operating in Canada under the Techniweld brand and in the U.S. under PowerWeld. The acquisition expands ORS Nasco’s welding distribution presence across North America and complements its existing welding businesses.

  • Buyer
    Bluespring Wealth
    Target
    Family Wealth Counseling
    Location
    United States
    Type
    Addon

    Bluespring Wealth acquired Family Wealth Counseling, which then merged with Bluespring’s existing firm KDI Wealth Management. The combined practice operates under the Bluespring Wealth name, has 16 professionals including eight advisors, and oversees just over $1 billion in client assets.

  • Buyer
    Equal Parts
    Target
    Loma Portal Insurance
    Industry
    Insurance
    Type
    Addon

    Equal Parts acquired Loma Portal Insurance, an independent insurance agency in Farmington Hills, Michigan. Rex Young, Dustin Webb, Brock Sherwood, and Stephanie Musick, who joined Equal Parts through its acquisition of D3 Insurance Group, led the transaction as part of the platform’s operator-led growth strategy.

  • Buyer
    Advantage Investigations
    Target
    NorStar Investigations
    Type
    Addon

    Advantage Investigations, a portfolio company of Align Capital Partners, acquired NorStar Investigations, an investigative services provider based in Fishkill, New York. The add-on expands Advantage’s presence in New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania; NorStar’s team will remain in place while gaining access to Advantage’s technology, operational infrastructure, and national resources.

  • Buyer
    Equal Parts
    Target
    El Valle Insurance
    Industry
    Insurance
    Type
    Addon

    Equal Parts acquired El Valle Insurance, an independent insurance agency serving customers in Española and Rio Rancho, New Mexico. Benito Ortiz, who joined Equal Parts through its acquisition of Strategic Insurance Group, led the transaction as part of the platform’s strategy of enabling agency operators to expand through acquisitions.

  • Buyer
    Equal Parts
    Target
    Archer Insurance Solutions
    Industry
    Insurance
    Type
    Addon

    Equal Parts acquired Archer Insurance Solutions, an insurance agency based in Waxahachie, Texas. Rex Young, Dustin Webb, Brock Sherwood, and Stephanie Musick, who joined Equal Parts through its acquisition of D3 Insurance Group, led the transaction as part of Equal Parts’ operator-led acquisition model.

  • Buyer
    Thermal Technology Distribution Solutions
    Target
    Thermal Products
    Type
    Addon

    Thermal Technology Distribution Solutions (TTDS), a Gryphon Investors-established platform, acquired Thermal Products, a provider of engineered heat-transfer and process-equipment solutions. The acquisition adds complementary heat-transfer expertise to TTDS’s existing thermal-management capabilities and gives Thermal Products access to TTDS’s broader commercial reach and resources; terms were not disclosed.

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