Leviton Network Solutions – a single-source global manufacturer of copper and fibre cabling systems – has acquired PRISM Data Centre Solutions, a UK-based manufacturer of network enclosures.
BDO provided sell-side M&A advice to the shareholders of PRISM DCS. The deal adds network rack, data and server cabinets to Leviton’s system offering for enterprise and data centre customers across EMEA.
Established in 1996, UK-based PRISM DCS provides an unrivalled, service focused offering including consultation, design, manufacture and installation of 19” cabinets, hot and cold aisle containment, security caging to communications network and data centre applications.
The acquisition will allow Leviton to provide high-quality network rack, data and server cabinets as part of its offering for commercial and data centre customers.
Oliver Reynolds, Managing Director, will continue to lead PRISM DCS. “This is a fantastic day for PRISM DCS, and everybody involved with the business. Joining Leviton provides an unrivalled opportunity to improve the value we offer to our existing, and new customers. Being part of a financially strong, global organisation will only accelerate our growth and expansion across EMEA and further afield.
“Our award-winning solutions and services will fit perfectly in Leviton’s already impressive portfolio. BDO has added value throughout the process, bringing a wealth of transaction experience and insights at every stage,” added Reynolds.
Alex Wood, Director at BDO, said: “We’ve been in conversation with the team at PRISM DCS for a number of years about their ambitions for the business and how we could support. When the timing was right, the business has attracted the ideal buyer in Leviton, providing an excellent outcome for shareholders, both teams and their customers. It’s a significant deal in the sector and we look forward to seeing what the combined businesses go on to achieve.”
Ross Goldman, Executive Vice President and General Manager, Leviton Network Solutions, added: “As a global leader, we are committed to adding as much value as possible to our customers. We are excited to add the team at PRISM DCS and their capabilities to Leviton. PRISM DCS will continue as a separate entity, reporting into Leviton Network Solutions through our EMEA group headed by Ian Wilkie. There are no changes for customer ordering.”
