Aspire extends national footprint with NVT deal

A fast-growing tech company has extended its national footprint with a deal to enhance its service offering and regional presence.

Gateshead-headquartered Aspire Technology Solutions has acquired Scotland-based managed service provider NVT Group, marking its third acquisition in two years and boosting its presence in the Scottish market.

Headquartered in Bellshill, NVT Group, which was founded in 1988, supports more than 90 organisations and brings a team of 49 employees, all of whom will transfer to Aspire as part of the deal. 

The combined business will operate from Aspire’s Glasgow hub, with services integrated into its wider delivery model.

Bosses say the acquisition aligns with Aspire’s focus on supporting mid-sized UK businesses with secure, high-quality managed IT and cyber security services, while strengthening its customer base and operational scale.

They add the deal forms part of a wider strategy to expand across key regions, including the Midlands, North West and London, while reinforcing its position in Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire.

Chris Fraser, chief executive and founder of Aspire, which is backed by private equity firm LDC, said: “We are delighted to welcome the team at NVT Group into Aspire. 

“They have built a strong business with an established customer base and deep expertise.

“Our priority is to provide immediate continuity for both customers and the team, while enhancing the service they receive through Aspire’s scale and capability. 

“This acquisition strengthens our presence in Scotland, while maintaining the high level of service and support our customers expect. 

“Bringing the teams together in Glasgow will create a stronger platform for growth as we continue to invest in the region.”

Stephen Park Brown, executive chairman of NVT Group, added: “Joining Aspire marks an important step for the business, giving our customers and team confidence in the future. 

“Aspire’s culture is strongly aligned with NVT, demonstrated by both organisations’ long term customer relationships. 

“Dougie Weir, group operations director, and Hamish Fraser, group managing Ddirector, will continue to play a key role in the business, maintaining strong relationships with customers and colleagues. 

“This creates a strong platform for further technical development of our people and a broader solution portfolio for our customers.”

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