Telecommunications Acquisitions in 2025

Spectral Capital Corporation completed the acquisition of Telvantis Voice Services, Inc., effective December 31, 2025, in an all‑stock transaction (1,500,000 shares issued at closing plus up to 8,500,000 earn‑out shares tied to 2026 performance). Telvantis Voice, an enterprise-grade voice, routing and communications infrastructure platform, will be consolidated into Spectral's results as part of Spectral's strategy to assemble digital infrastructure businesses and pursue $450 million in profitable revenue in 2026.

Affiliated investment funds of DigitalBridge Group and Crestview Partners completed a take-private acquisition of WideOpenWest, Inc. (WOW!) for an enterprise value of approximately $1.5 billion. WOW! shareholders received $5.20 per share; the buyers said they plan to invest in expanded fiber deployments, network modernization and customer experience improvements.

Ooma, Inc. has completed the acquisition of Phone.com for approximately $23.2 million in cash, subject to customary working capital adjustments. The purchase adds Phone.com's proprietary UCaaS platform and roughly 36,000 customers (about 87,000 users) to Ooma's portfolio, expanding its SMB-focused unified communications footprint and is expected to be accretive to adjusted EBITDA beginning December 26, 2025.

Phoenix Tower International (PTI) has closed the acquisition of Infracos, the joint venture owned by Bouygues Telecom and SFR that manages approximately 3,700 wireless sites across France. The deal expands PTI's French footprint to nearly 10,000 sites and increases its global portfolio to more than 33,000 towers; Bouygues Telecom and SFR were the selling parties.

FusionLayer has acquired Omnitele, bringing Omnitele’s PRIMEA/PRIVIA product line and RAN engineering and professional services into FusionLayer’s Intelligent Network portfolio. The deal integrates Omnitele’s mobile network analytics and optimization capabilities with FusionLayer’s DDI and Infinity EMS technologies to expand automation, performance intelligence, and RAN engineering services for operators globally.

Truvista Fiber has acquired SlyTel, the municipal telecommunications provider based in Sylvester, Georgia. SlyTel will operate under the Truvista Fiber name, allowing customers access to Truvista’s fiber network and new residential and business services, including higher-speed tiers and video/voice products.

Megaport Limited (ASX: MP1) has acquired Extreme IX from Extreme Labs, giving Megaport control of seven Internet Exchanges and connectivity into 40+ data centres across major Indian metros. The deal accelerates Megaport's entry into India by nearly three years, expands its global NaaS footprint to 27 countries, and enables integration of Megaport services (cloud connectivity, DCI, virtual edge) across the Indian market.

The management team of Mersive Technologies completed an investment to acquire a controlling interest in the company, taking ownership from private equity sponsor OpenGate Capital. Mersive will continue to operate independently under CEO Damian Blazy as management assumes control to pursue growth of its wireless collaboration and AV distribution solutions.

ZenaTech, Inc. has acquired Casado Design Ltd., a UK-based telecom tower survey and design firm, marking ZenaTech's entry into the United Kingdom and expansion of its Drone-as-a-Service (DaaS) capabilities for telecom infrastructure. The acquisition brings Casado's 3D modeling, scanning and BIM expertise into ZenaTech's AI-driven drone and DaaS platform to support faster, safer telecom tower design, inspection and maintenance.

Vero Broadband (operating as Vero Fiber) has completed the acquisition of BendTel, Inc. following final FCC approval, closing on December 1, 2025. The deal brings BendTel's staff, fiber infrastructure, and commercial customer base into Vero to accelerate residential Fiber-to-the-Home expansion across Bend and broader Central Oregon.

Advent International, through its European vehicle ZI Zenith S.à r.l., has completed a public tender offer to acquire u‑blox Holding AG and will hold more than 98% of the company following settlement. The deal (CHF 135 per share) takes u‑blox private with Advent aiming to strengthen the company's market position, accelerate growth and capture rising demand across automotive, industrial and adjacent end‑markets.

AppDirect has acquired NXTSYS Consulting, a technology service distributor focused on Managed Service Providers (MSPs), to deepen its MSP/channel capabilities across North America. The deal integrates NXTSYS' partner relationships and distribution expertise into AppDirect's B2B subscription commerce platform to expand MSP-oriented tools and services.

Ara Partners has acquired a majority-controlling stake in Centric Fiber to accelerate the company's fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) expansion across the southern United States. The private investment firm will deploy capital through its Ara Infrastructure platform to grow Centric Fiber's project pipeline and backlog; terms were not disclosed.

Eastern Communications Ltd., a mission-critical communications provider, has acquired Hazlet, New Jersey-based PMC Wireless, a regional public safety communications technology integrator led by the Casciano family. The deal expands Eastern's Tri-State service footprint and brings additional technical capabilities and product categories into Eastern's national distribution network to better serve public safety, utilities, and transportation customers.

Zadarma, a global cloud communications provider, has acquired Megacall, a Malaga-based VoIP provider, to expand its footprint across Europe. The acquisition brings Megacall customers access to Zadarma’s updated interface, AI and speech-analytics tools, virtual phone numbers, cloud PBX, CRM features and extended API integrations, and advances Zadarma’s international expansion strategy.

RapidSOS has acquired Northern911, a Canada-based backup provider of 911 call-taking and dispatch services. The deal integrates Northern911’s APCO‑certified telecommunicators and backup/VoIP 911 capabilities into RapidSOS’ safety network to strengthen mutual aid, outage resilience, and AI-enabled data sharing for public safety agencies across North America.

Enghouse Systems Limited has acquired the telecommunications division (“Sixbell Telco”) of Chile-based Sixbell, strengthening Enghouse’s OSS/BSS and network transformation capabilities and expanding its presence in Latin America. The customer experience (CX) division of Sixbell is excluded from the transaction and will remain independent.

Enghouse Systems Limited acquired the telecommunications division ("Sixbell Telco") of Sixbell, a Santiago-headquartered provider of OSS/BSS and network transformation software for Latin American operators. The deal transfers Sixbell's telecom customers, partners and employees to Enghouse and is intended to expand Enghouse's capabilities and presence in the Latin American telecom market.

Mobile Communications America (MCA) has acquired ComPros, Inc., a Motorola Elite Service Provider based in Pennsylvania, marking MCA’s strategic entry into the state and adding solution centers in Altoona and Chambersburg. The acquisition expands MCA’s national footprint and ability to deliver integrated communications, data, and security solutions to public safety, government and commercial customers in the region.

ITG Communications, a national provider of fulfillment, construction, and project management services to the cable, telecommunications, and utility industries, has acquired Advantage Utilities LLC, a New Hampshire–based fiber construction and maintenance company. The acquisition brings Advantage's ~85 W-2 employees and large subcontractor network into ITG, expanding ITG's Northeast footprint and customer partnerships across New England and the Mid-Atlantic.

Pollock Company, a third-generation family-owned technology and office solutions provider based in Augusta, Georgia, has acquired ATG Communications, a local internet and voice service provider that has served the Augusta area for 36 years. The acquisition adds connectivity and voice infrastructure to Pollock's managed IT, cybersecurity, print and physical security offerings to deliver more integrated technology services to regional business customers.

OrbitsIQ Global, a Luxembourg-based telecommunications company, has acquired Munich-based UNIO Enterprise, a provider of broadband connectivity solutions that merge satellite and terrestrial networks. The acquisition brings UNIO's UNIO Move B2B platform and telematics expertise into OrbitsIQ to expand its multi-band connectivity capabilities for automotive, maritime and aviation markets; terms were not disclosed.

Platinum Equity has completed its acquisition of Anuvu, a provider of in-flight entertainment and high-speed connectivity solutions for aviation, maritime and other mobility markets. The buyout will support Anuvu's growth and investment in next-generation satellite technologies, expanded content distribution and enhanced data-driven passenger management; financial terms were not disclosed.

VIAVI Solutions Inc. completed the all-cash acquisition of Spirent Communications plc’s high‑speed ethernet, network security and channel emulation testing business from Keysight Technologies, Inc. for $425 million. The deal is expected to add roughly $180 million of Network Service Enablement revenue in the first 12 months, be accretive to non‑GAAP EPS within 12 months, and was partially financed by a $600 million senior secured term loan led by Wells Fargo.

Keysight Technologies has completed its acquisition of Spirent Communications plc for approximately £1.16 billion (about US$1.46 billion) on a fully diluted basis. Spirent shareholders receive 202.5 pence per share (199p cash plus a 3.5p special dividend); Spirent will be integrated into Keysight’s Communications Solutions Group while certain Spirent business lines will be divested to satisfy regulatory conditions.

Fourteen IP Group Ltd announced a merger with Clearly IP Inc to combine their cloud-based telephony, unified communications and AI offerings for the hospitality and enterprise markets. The deal expands Fourteen IP’s global footprint and product portfolio—bringing Clearly IP’s ComXchange, SIP trunking and hardware into Fourteen IP’s partner and geographic channels to accelerate AI and cloud product development and international growth.

TAK Broadband has acquired Gulbranson Services, Inc. (GSI), a Victorville, California-based telecommunications contractor that provides drop bury, maintenance and fiber-to-the-home construction services, from founder Bob DeLaHoussaye. The deal is an accretive tuck-in to TAK (which is PE-backed by Platinum Equity) to strengthen TAK's Southern California presence and expand its FTTH construction and maintenance capabilities.

Forterra, a provider of autonomous mission systems, has acquired goTenna, a pioneer in mobile mesh networking and off-grid communications. The acquisition will integrate goTenna's lightweight, resilient communications stack into Forterra's autonomous platforms to improve secure, low-bandwidth connectivity in disconnected, denied, and contested environments.

ECI Partners has exited CSL, the UK-based critical IoT connectivity specialist, into an ECI-managed continuation fund led by existing ECI investors Carlyle AlpInvest, HarbourVest Partners and Pantheon, generating a 3.5x return on ECI’s investment. CSL grew c.20% organically during ECI’s ownership, has launched products such as rSIM, and will continue its expansion strategy (including M&A) under the continuation vehicle.

Northrim Horizon, a Mesa, Arizona-based permanent capital investment firm, has acquired ACG Systems, a Maryland-based systems integrator and technical service provider for mission-critical wireless communication systems. Northrim named Thomas Montalbano as CEO and said ACG will serve as a platform for additional organic growth and acquisitions in the wireless communication services industry.

CCI Systems Inc., a 100% employee-owned telecommunications services provider headquartered in Iron Mountain, Michigan, has acquired Total Site Services, a provider of tower site acquisition, engineering design, and construction management services. The acquisition expands CCI Systems' wireless-industry capabilities and accelerates its market growth by adding Total Site Services' engineering and site-acquisition expertise.

Mobile Communications America (MCA) has acquired Beck Tech (formerly BARBECK Communications), a Motorola channel partner based in Decatur, Illinois. The acquisition expands MCA's Midwest footprint and adds Beck Tech's expertise in two-way radio systems, SIP/ESI business phone systems, and security/video solutions to MCA's nationwide integrated communications and security platform.

Houston-based Ezee Fiber, backed by infrastructure investor I Squared Capital, has closed the acquisition of Tachus Fiber Internet, expanding Ezee Fiber’s all‑fiber footprint across Greater Houston including The Woodlands. The deal strengthens Ezee Fiber’s route network and subscriber base as it accelerates FTTH passings and service rollouts, and positions the company to surpass roughly 600,000 homes and businesses passed by the end of 2025.

Becklar, a Graham Partners portfolio company, has acquired Dynamark Monitoring, a wholesale alarm and critical event monitoring provider headquartered in Hagerstown, Maryland. The add-on expands Becklar's monitoring footprint and capabilities on the U.S. East Coast, bringing approximately 145,000 end subscribers and additional dealer relationships into Becklar's platform.

Circet USA has completed the acquisition of Gemini Communications and its subsidiaries Blue Streak and CCU, bringing the combined Blue Streak/CCU workforce to more than 700 employees. The deal expands Circet USA’s outside plant (OSP) construction, maintenance and restoration capabilities to provide a broader end-to-end OSP services offering to major U.S. communications operators.

Metronet has acquired US Internet (USI), a Minnetonka-based pure-play fiber provider whose network reaches more than 140,000 homes and businesses in the greater Minneapolis area. Terms were not disclosed; the deal follows Metronet’s recent acquisition by a T‑Mobile and KKR joint venture and results in an exit for investor Everside Capital Partners.

Gateway Telnet, Inc. has acquired HighComm, LLC in a strategic deal to consolidate capabilities in cloud communications and VoIP. The acquisition combines HighComm's hosted PBX, call center platforms and CRM integrations with Gateway Telnet's broader VoIP, unified communications and IT services to create a more comprehensive technology partner for growing businesses.

Koch Equity Development (KED), the principal investment and acquisition arm of Koch, has acquired GCH Technologies, a developer of advanced wireless messaging and telecommunications infrastructure solutions. GCH will become the strategic provider for Common Short Code Registry Services beginning January 1, 2026 and will work with CTIA to accelerate infrastructure upgrades and next-generation messaging capabilities such as RCS Rich Business Messaging.

ImOn Communications has completed its acquisition of Danville Telecom after receiving all regulatory approvals. The deal adds Danville's 100% fiber-optic network (including subsidiary iConnectYou) to ImOn's regional footprint, enabling faster rollout of next-generation services to Burlington, West Burlington, Fort Madison, Keokuk and surrounding communities in Southeast Iowa.

M/C Partners has combined regional multifamily ISPs Zentro and BAI Connect into a single company operating under the Zentro brand. The merged business creates a scaled, near-national MDU-focused ISP serving over 100,000 residents and 2,000+ properties, expanding geographic coverage and accelerating rollout of multi-gig and managed Wi‑Fi services.

Wireless Logic has completed the acquisition of Zipit Wireless, a South Carolina–headquartered provider of multi-carrier IoT connectivity and subscription billing solutions. The deal expands Wireless Logic’s North American presence and adds advanced subscription-billing and multi-tier connectivity capabilities to its global IoT offering.

Circet USA has acquired SourceOne, a U.S.-based outside-plant (OSP) engineering and utility consulting firm, to strengthen its telecom engineering capabilities and deliver more integrated end-to-end network infrastructure solutions. SourceOne will continue to operate under its existing name and leadership, and the deal enhances Circet USA's ability to support broadband expansion, utility modernization, and government projects nationwide.

Spectral Capital Corporation (OTC: FCCN) completed the acquisition of 42 Telecom Ltd., acquiring 100% of the outstanding shares in exchange for 8 million shares of Spectral common stock (with an additional 8 million shares placed in escrow). The deal includes a contractual guarantee of at least $16 million in profitable revenue for fiscal 2025 and will integrate Spectral's AI and quantum IP into 42's messaging infrastructure to accelerate product capability and U.S. enterprise expansion.

T-Mobile US, Inc. has completed the acquisition of substantially all of UScellular's wireless operations and specified spectrum assets for approximately $4.3 billion after adjustments, consisting of $2.6 billion in cash and about $1.7 billion in assumed debt. The deal (closed August 1, 2025) adds roughly 4.4 million customers, ~4,400 towers and valuable low-band spectrum to T‑Mobile’s network while Array Digital Infrastructure (formerly UScellular) will retain a large tower portfolio and certain spectrum holdings.

Mobile Communications America (MCA) has acquired Wireless Concepts International, a Schaumburg, Illinois-based wireless engineering services provider. The deal expands MCA’s in‑building wireless and public‑safety communications capabilities across the Midwest and brings additional engineering resources to shorten deployments and improve operational efficiency for customers.

Gateway Fiber announced a merger with E‑Rate provider WANRack and consumer broadband provider KWIKOM, consolidating the three businesses to operate under the Gateway Fiber brand. WANRack's E‑Rate services will continue as “WANRack powered by Gateway Fiber” through the end of 2025 while the companies integrate to expand residential, business, enterprise, and education broadband offerings.

White Label Communications (WLC), a private-label UCaaS/CPaaS/CCaaS provider based in Exton, Pennsylvania, has acquired Grupo NGN, an AI-powered omnichannel CCaaS provider. The acquisition strengthens WLC's CCaaS capabilities and expands its private-label voice and contact-center offerings to support partner growth and product innovation.

Onecom Group, the LDC‑backed UK business communications and cloud specialist, has acquired Gradwell Communications, a cloud communications provider with offices in Bath and Leeds. The acquisition expands Onecom's hosted voice, SIP and unified communications capabilities, adds geographic reach and an established customer base as part of Onecom's ongoing roll-up strategy.

A fund managed by Blue Owl Capital's Digital Infrastructure strategy has acquired South Reach Networks (operating as Intermetro Fiber), a Florida-based fiber and colocation provider. Blue Owl plans significant investment to expand SRN's 370-mile fiber network and edge colocation footprint across Florida to meet growing hyperscale and enterprise connectivity demand; Turning Rock Partners sold the business.

SES has completed its acquisition of Intelsat, creating a strengthened multi-orbit satellite operator with an expanded fleet and combined capabilities across GEO, MEO and access to LEO. The deal brings together complementary satellite assets, ground networks and teams to expand government, aviation, maritime and media connectivity offerings and capture cost synergies.