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April 6, 2022
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By Evans Momodu
Published 20:24 UK GMT
Macquarie Capital has acquired Metcor Group in a £100 million deal, expanding its UK infrastructure portfolio. Metcor includes drainage, pump, and electrical service companies.
Macquarie Capital, the principal investment arm of the Macquarie Group, has reached an agreement with Metcor’s founding shareholders to take control of the company. The acquisition underscores Macquarie’s continued commitment to investing in UK infrastructure and business services amid ongoing economic shifts.
Metcor Group is composed of three distinct businesses:
An environmental division focused on drainage maintenance and remediation
Anglo Pumps, specialising in the installation and servicing of pumps, motors, and fans
Aylesford Electrical, which delivers electrical maintenance and installation services for commercial clients
The deal reportedly values Metcor at approximately £100 million, further consolidating Macquarie's presence in the UK infrastructure sector. This follows its earlier acquisitions of Matrix Networks Group, a utility infrastructure provider, and Zenzero, an IT managed services firm catering for SMEs.
Macquarie’s UK investments are substantial, with the firm ranking among the largest inward investors. Its managed funds hold a significant stake in Southern Water, which is currently undergoing a major capital restructure. Macquarie also previously owned Thames Water, which remains in financial difficulty and under regulatory scrutiny.
This acquisition comes as part of Macquarie’s broader push to expand its footprint across critical British infrastructure and commercial services.
Source: Sky News
