Transaction

Clearwater provides buy-side transaction support to LED Group on its acquisition of ATC Group

Transaction

LED Group acquires ATC

Buy-side

Undisclosed

Rôle

Provided buy-side transaction support to LED Group

Secteur

Services aux entreprises

Région

Irlande

We have provided transaction support to LED Group, a premier platform for building electrification products and energy transition solutions with a portfolio including circuit protection and LED lighting products, on the acquisition of ATC Group (ATC), further diversifying LED Group’s product offering and enhancing its footprint across the UK and Ireland. This marks the first acquisition following Oaktree’s investment in LED Group, announced in October 2024, which Clearwater advised on.

Headquartered in Dublin, ATC is a renowned brand in energy efficient, electric heating, hand drying solutions and automation controls across the UK and Ireland. Founded in 1991, the company provides award-winning advanced solutions to a broad range of sectors. This marks a new chapter for ATC and provides the opportunity to grow its brand through LED Group’s more comprehensive commercial reach. ATC aligns well with the LED Group’s core values and its commitment to delivering high quality products and exceptional service to both wholesalers and electrical contractors. The addition of ATC’s energy efficient, electric heating, hand drying solutions and automation controls products strengthens LED Group’s portfolio across commercial, industrial, and residential segments, and further elevates its positioning in building electrification and energy transition.

ATC will continue to operate independently, and customers can expect continuity with the talented ATC team remaining dedicated to their existing roles. Brian Walsh, Managing Director of ATC, will continue to lead ATC with the full backing of LED Group’s extensive resources and support. ATC’s Founder and Chairman Ciaran O’Reilly will transition to a senior advisory role.

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This partnership marks a new chapter for ATC and is another milestone in our building electrification buy and build strategy. We have watched ATC grow for many years and have taken inspiration from their customer-focused approach. Together we know we can deliver an even better experience for customers across our markets, and we look forward to working alongside the ATC team to further assist in increased electrification and the transition to more sustainable buildings. We would like to thank the Clearwater team for providing buy-side transaction support and look forward to continuing our strong relationship as we seek further acquisitions.

Mick G. Slein, CEO, LED Group

We are delighted to have provided transaction support to LED Group on its acquisition of ATC, building on our strong partnership with the Group following Oaktree’s investment in October 2024. This acquisition represents an important step forward in LED Group’s electrification and energy transition strategy, and we are privileged to support their continued growth and success.

John Curtin, Partner, Clearwater

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