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07/2025

MARLOWE acquired by MITIE GROUP

UNITED KINGDOM Industrial Services / TIC (Testing, Inspection, Certification) EV 300M - 700M GBP

Context

Mitie Group PLC has completed the acquisition of 100% of Marlowe PLC. The transaction was implemented via a court-sanctioned scheme of arrangement, with Marlowe shareholders receiving 466 pence per share in a mix of cash and new Mitie shares (via a Mix and Match facility). The deal followed a significant 2024 restructuring at Marlowe, which saw the divestment of its GRC business for £430 million, allowing the group to return to profitability and eliminate nearly all net debt (£1M vs £203M) prior to the merger. The strategic rationale for Mitie is the creation of a UK powerhouse in Facilities Compliance. By integrating Marlowe’s 2,700 specialists, Mitie becomes the nation’s largest provider of fire safety, security, and water hygiene services. The combination is highly complementary: Marlowe’s maintenance-heavy delivery model (75%) balances Mitie’s project-led approach, providing a stable, recurring revenue stream. The transaction received final court sanction on July 31, 2024, and marks a major milestone in Mitie's shift toward high-performing, compliant building infrastructure.

MARLOWE, which reported an EBITDA margin of LOGIN in 2025, is valued in this transaction at an EV/EBITDA multiple of LOGIN, representing a level LOGIN the average currently observed in the Business Services sector (11.1x).

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Target

Marlowe PLC is a UK-based specialist in business-critical compliance services, focusing on Testing, Inspection, and Certification (TIC). The organization operates two primary divisions following a major 2024 restructuring: Fire Safety & Security (including active and passive fire protection) and Water & Air Hygiene (including asbestos management and water treatment). The entity provides essential services to over 27,000 customers, ensuring adherence to increasingly stringent safety and environmental regulations. Known for a high-velocity "buy-and-build" strategy, the group recently streamlined its portfolio by divesting its Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) and Occupational Health divisions. With 2,700 specialist colleagues, the firm delivers technical services where maintenance and recurring compliance tasks account for 75% of the revenue model, positioned as a key national provider for high-performing building standards.

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Valuation range: EV 300M - 700M GBP

Revenue range: 250M - 500M GBP

EBITDA range: 25M - 50M GBP

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Target: marlowe