DC Advisory advises Synova on the sale of Orbis Protect to Tiger Infrastructure Partners
Background
- Synova is a UK-based growth capital and private equity firm
- Founded in 1981, Orbis Protect is one of the UK’s leading technology-enabled security solutions providers, delivering an integrated suite of services that help clients protect their people, property, and assets in dynamic risk environments
- Since Synova’s investment in 2021, Orbis Protect has undergone a period of significant transformational growth, expanding into Europe, entering new market segments, and continuing the development of its proprietary AI-enabled technology platform
- Tiger Infrastructure Partners is an innovative private equity firm focused on providing transformational growth capital to mid-market infrastructure companies in North America and Europe
Process
- The DC Advisory team, led by Tim Morris and Amish Bakhai, was exclusively engaged by Synova to advise on the sale of Orbis Protect to Tiger Infrastructure Partners
- The team worked closely with management throughout the process, providing support across M&A and debt strategies, preparation of marketing materials, investor and lender identification, screening and outreach, strategic advice, negotiations, and process management
- DC Advisory’s deep understanding of the global security services sector and Equipment-As-a-Service model, combined with its private equity and Core+ infrastructure relationships, was instrumental in achieving a successful outcome for both Synova and the Orbis Protect management team
Outcome
- The transaction is expected to close in Q2 2026, and is subject to customary closing conditions and regulatory approvals
- Following its investment, Tiger Infrastructure Partners will provide growth capital to accelerate Orbis Protect’s market expansion in the UK and internationally through M&A
- The existing management team of Orbis Protect, led by the CEO Ben Howard, will continue to drive its strategy and success
- This transaction highlights DC Advisory’s expertise in technology-enabled security services, having recently advised Argos Wityu on its acquisition of Axitea. It also showcases expertise in transitioning private-equity-backed Equipment-As-a-Service to infrastructure investor ownership, following the recent sale of Perwyn-backed Lowe to MML Keystone
“The DC Advisory team played an important role in delivering a fantastic result for the shareholders of Orbis. Since Synova’s investment in 2021, Orbis has established itself as the UK’s leading technology-enabled security solutions provider. Their sector knowledge was key in articulating the equity story to bidders and the commitment and support shown by the entire DC Advisory team enabled them to successfully manage a highly competitive process through to an accelerated conclusion.”
“DC Advisory played a pivotal role in achieving an excellent outcome for Orbis and its shareholders. Their clear understanding of the business, combined with deep sector expertise and a strong articulation of our differentiated value drivers, enabled the team to deliver highly valuable advice and connect us with the ideal future partner.”
“We are very pleased to have supported Synova on the sale of Orbis Protect, which marks yet another successful transaction for DC Advisory’s tech-enabled services franchise. This deal further demonstrates our ability to deliver exceptional outcomes for our private equity clients.”
“We are delighted to have advised Synova on the sale of Orbis Protect. Ben and his management team have built an exceptional business and a market leader in the European dynamic security sector. Tiger is the ideal partner to accelerate the next phase of the journey, bringing value-add infrastructure investor expertise to enable Orbis Protect to deliver on its growth ambitions. This transaction demonstrates DC Advisory’s ability to position tech-enabled services businesses with both private equity and infrastructure investors to deliver outstanding outcomes for clients.”
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