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Business acquisition

H.I.G. Capital acquires Avove

Analysis based on 8 articles · First reported Jul 28, 2026 · Last updated Jul 28, 2026

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The acquisition is a private transaction with no direct public market impact. It signals continued private equity interest in UK infrastructure services, potentially benefiting related sectors.

Infrastructure Utilities Engineering

H.I.G. Capital, a global alternative investment firm with $75 billion under management, announced that one of its affiliates has acquired Avove Limited, a UK infrastructure services and engineering company focused on regulated water and power markets. The financial terms were not disclosed. Avove provides design and build solutions to utilities in water, wastewater, and power sectors across Great Britain and Northern Ireland. The company benefits from exposure to the AMP8 water investment cycle. Avove's management team, led by CEO Mark Perkins, will reinvest alongside H.I.G. and remain in place to lead continued development, supported by an M&A strategy. Adam Taylor, Managing Director at H.I.G.'s London office, expressed excitement about partnering with Avove's management team and leveraging H.I.G.'s UK services sector expertise.

100 H.I.G. Capital acquired Avove
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H.I.G. Capital is the acquirer, expanding its portfolio in UK infrastructure services. The deal aligns with its strategy of investing in middle-market companies with growth potential.
Importance 100.0 Sentiment 10.0
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Avove is the acquired company, gaining access to H.I.G.'s capital and expertise to pursue growth and M&A. The acquisition supports its position in the UK water and power infrastructure markets.
Importance 100.0 Sentiment 20.0
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The United Kingdom is the market where Avove operates and where the infrastructure investment cycle (AMP8) is expected to drive growth. The acquisition reflects confidence in UK infrastructure.
Importance 40.0 Sentiment 5.0
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Mark Perkins is CEO of Avove and will continue to lead the company post-acquisition, reinvesting alongside H.I.G.
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Adam Taylor is the Managing Director at H.I.G.'s London office who led the deal, expressing confidence in the partnership.
Importance 20.0 Sentiment 5.0
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