FluidOne (Livingbridge-backed) Acquires Highlander Computing Solutions
February 9, 2023
FluidOne, an investee of Livingbridge, has acquired Highlander Computing Solutions Ltd to expand its IT managed services footprint into the North of England and create a centre of excellence for SME IT services. The bolt-on is expected to grow FluidOne's revenue by about 35% and strengthens its Connected Cloud Solutions portfolio across enterprise IT infrastructure, cloud and cyber security.
- Buyers
- FluidOne, Livingbridge
- Targets
- Highlander Computing Solutions Ltd
- Platforms
- FluidOne
- Industry
- IT Services
- Location
- United Kingdom
- Transaction Type
- Addon
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