Aug 20, 2015

Capstone Partners Advises Technetix on its Acquisition of the Assets of ARRIS Supplies Division

London, England – Capstone Partners LLC, a leading investment banking firm, announced that it has successfully advised Technetix Group Ltd., a leading global broadband cable and telecommunications equipment supplier, in its purchase of the assets of ARRIS Supplies Division—formerly Telewire Supplies and part of ARRIS Group, Inc.

With over 1,800 customers in 70 countries, Technetix operates successfully across Europe, North America, Latin America and the Asia Pacific region, differentiating itself from competitors by gaining detailed knowledge of its customers’ requirements and delivering intelligent, award-winning solutions to the marketplace. Technetix brings value to customers by forming consultative partnerships with them, offering 25 years’ experience of broadband network technologies.

The acquisition will enable significant growth and market traction for Technetix, expanding its footprint in the Americas and offering customers a greater range of solutions and support services. Technetix will merge the ARRIS Supplies business into its existing U.S. operations in Denver, Colorado, enhancing its local platform for innovation and better serving the region’s leading cable operators.

Paul Broadhurst, CEO of Technetix Group, said, “We are delighted with this acquisition as Technetix and ARRIS Supplies are complementary businesses. We are committed to working with ARRIS to ensure that the expectations of ARRIS Supplies’ customers are met throughout the acquisition process and beyond.”

John Caezza, President of ARRIS Access Technologies, said, “The ARRIS Supplies team delivers unique expertise and technology know-how that will help drive innovation for the Technetix product portfolio and better serve its customers. Our leadership in the Americas will bolster Technetix’ local footprint, while serving as a platform for its global growth.”

John Snead, Managing Director at Capstone Partners, said, “This transaction marks an important development in Technetix’ North American expansion as the Group continues to grow internationally.”