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01/2018

ALLIED INFRASTRUCTURE MANAGEMENT acquired by COLAS

UNITED KINGDOM Construction / Public Works / Infrastructure REV 5M - 25M GBP

Context

Colas Ltd has successfully finalized the acquisition of 100% of the shares of the target entity, marking a strategic expansion of its specialized service offerings within the United Kingdom. This transaction is designed to establish a dominant position in the airport maintenance and defense infrastructure segments, leveraging the target's established reputation for technical excellence at major aviation hubs and military installations. The strategic rationale centers on the high degree of technical complementarity between the target’s specialized restoration solutions and the group’s existing large-scale infrastructure capabilities. By integrating this niche technical leader, the organization bolsters its value proposition as a primary end-to-end partner for complex transport assets. The partnership is designed to facilitate cross-selling opportunities across the group’s broader international network, allowing the target to offer its specialized services to various global subsidiaries. This integration reinforces the group’s standing as a leading technical enabler for mission-critical infrastructure, providing the strategic depth required to support high-security defense platforms and global commercial aviation hubs.

ALLIED INFRASTRUCTURE MANAGEMENT, which reported an EBITDA margin of in 2017, is valued in this transaction at an EV/EBITDA multiple of .

Target

Allied Infrastructure Management is a specialized technical organization recognized as a leader in the maintenance and restoration of critical aviation environments within the United Kingdom. The entity’s business model is centered on providing comprehensive protection and restoration solutions for high-stakes infrastructure, specifically targeting runways, taxiways, and specialized pavement systems. Its value proposition lies in its ability to execute mission-critical maintenance for high-security and high-traffic locations, such as Royal Air Force bases and major international aviation hubs like Heathrow and Manchester. Strategically, the firm focuses on technical durability and specialized chemical and mechanical applications that extend the operational lifecycle of transport assets. By operating as a dedicated partner for both military and commercial aviation authorities, the organization ensures the structural integrity and safety of essential transport links. The firm prioritizes technical innovation and rapid-response capabilities to minimize operational downtime in mission-critical environments.

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Revenue range: 5M - 25M GBP

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Target: allied infrastructure management

Acquirer: colas