Telecommunications Acquisitions in United States

AT&T completed its previously announced all-cash acquisition of substantially all of Lumen Technologies' Mass Markets fiber business for $5.75 billion. The deal expands AT&T’s fiber home internet footprint across 32 states and adds over 1 million fiber subscribers across more than 4 million fiber locations, while also providing access to Lumen’s fiber construction capabilities in the acquired territories.

Transaction Network Services (TNS) completed the acquisition of BT’s Radianz business, combining two providers of financial markets connectivity used by financial institutions and market participants worldwide. Radianz will operate as part of TNS’s global Financial Markets offering, expanding TNS’s network reach and complementing its ultra-low-latency trading connectivity, market data distribution, and hosting capabilities.

IonQ (NYSE: IONQ) announced it has completed its previously announced acquisition of Skyloom Global Corp., a U.S.-based developer of lightwave-optics technology for secure, high-performance communications. The deal expands IonQ’s quantum networking and secure communications capabilities by adding Skyloom’s expertise in free-space optical communications, photonic systems engineering, and secure data transmission. Skyloom CEO Marc Eisenberg and the management team will continue to lead the business following closing.

Affiliated investment funds of DigitalBridge Group and Crestview Partners completed a take-private acquisition of WideOpenWest, Inc. (WOW!), a U.S. fiber-broadband internet and connectivity provider. WOW! shareholders will receive $5.20 per share in cash, implying an enterprise value of approximately $1.5 billion, and WOW! shares have been delisted following closing. The buyers said the transaction will support expanded fiber deployments, network modernization, and growth initiatives focused on customer experience and operational improvements.

Spectral Capital Corporation completed its acquisition of Telvantis Voice Services, Inc., effective December 31, 2025, acquiring 100% of Telvantis Voice’s issued and outstanding equity. The consideration was paid in Spectral common stock, including 1,500,000 shares at closing and up to an additional 8,500,000 earn-out shares tied to 2026 performance milestones.

Ooma, Inc. completed its previously announced acquisition of Phone.com, a cloud-based business communications (UCaaS) provider focused on small and mid-sized organizations. The deal closed for approximately $23.2 million in cash (subject to customary working capital adjustments) and is intended to expand Ooma’s UCaaS footprint in the SMB market by adding a second established cloud communications brand.

Eagle Electronics, backed by The O.H.I.O. Fund and Asymmetric Capital Partners, acquired Wireless Mobility and rebranded the combined company as Eagle Wireless. The combined business positions itself as a Western-controlled cellular module vendor serving both automotive and IoT markets, with domestic manufacturing in Solon, Ohio and a global R&D footprint.

Truvista Fiber acquired SlyTel, a municipal telecommunications company based in Sylvester, Georgia. Following the closing, SlyTel will operate under the Truvista Fiber name, and customers will be migrated onto Truvista Fiber’s network with access to expanded internet speeds and additional video and voice product options.

Argo Infrastructure Partners, on behalf of its managed funds, acquired the equity interests held by the majority of TierPoint’s minority shareholders, increasing its ownership and control position in the data center services provider. The private transaction has closed and financial terms were not disclosed; Argo first backed TierPoint in 2020 and said total capital formation under its ownership has reached about $3 billion to support TierPoint’s expansion and financing strategy.

Vero Broadband, LLC, operating as Vero Fiber, completed its acquisition of BendTel, Inc. following final Federal Communications Commission approval, with the transaction closing on December 1, 2025. BendTel (a Bend, Oregon-based telecommunications provider) will be integrated into Vero, adding staff, infrastructure, and customers to accelerate Vero’s fiber-to-the-home and broader fiber expansion across Central Oregon.

Ara Partners acquired a majority-controlling stake in Centric Fiber, a Houston-based bulk fiber-to-the-home provider serving large master-planned single-family communities across the southern United States. Through its Ara Infrastructure platform, Ara Partners will provide additional capital to accelerate Centric Fiber’s project pipeline and backlog and support further expansion; financial terms were not disclosed.

Eastern Communications Ltd. acquired PMC Wireless, a Hazlet, New Jersey-based public safety communications technology provider. The deal strengthens Eastern’s Tri-State area service footprint and expands offerings across Eastern’s national distribution network serving public safety, utilities, transportation, and federal end users.

RapidSOS acquired Northern911, a backup provider of 911 services for hundreds of agencies across North America. The deal expands RapidSOS’ mutual-aid capabilities for emergency communications, enabling backup call taking and dispatching as well as AI-enabled data sharing across its public safety network.

Mobile Communications America, Inc. (MCA) acquired ComPros, Inc., a Motorola Elite Service Provider and long-time voice communications provider in Pennsylvania. The deal marks MCA’s entry into Pennsylvania and adds two new solution centers in Altoona and Chambersburg, expanding MCA’s portfolio reach in wireless communications, data, and security solutions.

ITG Communications, LLC acquired Advantage Utilities LLC, a fiber construction and maintenance company formerly headquartered in Newton, New Hampshire. Following the deal, Advantage Utilities’ operations and workforce will transition under the ITG Communications brand, expanding ITG’s presence across the Northeast and adding new customer relationships.

Pollock Company, a family-owned provider of office technology, managed IT, and physical security solutions, announced the acquisition of ATG Communications, a local Internet and voice service provider. The deal adds ATG’s internet and voice infrastructure and team to Pollock Company’s portfolio, expanding Pollock’s end-to-end technology offering for businesses in the Augusta area.

Platinum Equity has completed its acquisition of Anuvu, a provider of in-flight entertainment, media technology services, and high-speed connectivity solutions for mobility markets. Anuvu will use Platinum Equity’s backing to support growth and technological innovation across its content and connectivity divisions serving airline and cruise-line customers worldwide. Financial terms were not disclosed, and Drake Star served as exclusive financial advisor to Anuvu.

VIAVI Solutions Inc. has completed the all-cash acquisition of Spirent Communications plc's high-speed ethernet, network security and channel emulation testing business from Keysight Technologies, Inc. The purchase price was $425 million, and the acquired business is expected to contribute approximately $180 million to VIAVI's Network Service Enablement revenue in the first 12 months post-close.

Fourteen IP Group Ltd announced it is merging with Clearly IP Inc to create a global hospitality and enterprise communications provider with an expanded cloud telephony and AI portfolio. The combination will broaden product availability across the UK, Europe, and Asia and increase investment in AI products and geographic expansion.

TAK Broadband acquired Gulbranson Services, Inc. (GSI), a Southern California-based telecommunications services contractor, from founder Bob DeLaHoussaye. Headquartered in Victorville, California, GSI provides drop bury, maintenance, and fiber-to-the-home construction services, strengthening TAK’s presence and expansion across Southern California. TAK Broadband is backed by Platinum Equity, which acquired TAK in March 2024 and is supporting tuck-in acquisitions.

Northrim Horizon, an Arizona-based permanent capital investment firm, acquired ACG Systems, a Maryland-based systems integrator and technical services provider for mission-critical wireless communication systems. The deal represents Northrim’s third platform acquisition out of Fund III, with ACG positioned as a base for organic expansion and future acquisitions. Northrim also appointed Thomas Montalbano as CEO to lead the platform’s growth.

Clearspan announced it has acquired AveriStar in a private transaction. The combination expands Clearspan’s scale and service-provider footprint while enhancing its cloud-based unified communications (UC/UCaaS) capabilities for large enterprises, SLED institutions, and federal government customers.

CCI Systems Inc., a 100% employee-owned telecommunications services company, has acquired Total Site Services. Total Site Services provides wireless tower site acquisition, engineering design, and construction management services, and the deal is intended to strengthen CCI Systems’ wireless-market capabilities and support continued growth.

Mobile Communications America, Inc. (MCA) acquired Beck Tech, a Motorola Solutions provider and authorized service partner based in Decatur, Illinois. The deal expands MCA’s integrated communication, connectivity, and security solutions footprint across the Midwest, leveraging Beck Tech’s regional presence and expertise in voice, data, and security systems.

Trystar announced the acquisition of Asentria Corporation, a Seattle, Washington-based hardware and software company focused on remote site monitoring solutions. The deal expands Trystar’s monitoring and controls solutions portfolio, adding Asentria’s SiteBoss site controller platform and related software capabilities for telecom, data center, and utility customers.

Ezee Fiber, a Houston-based fiber internet provider wholly owned by I Squared Capital, has closed its acquisition of Tachus Fiber Internet, headquartered in The Woodlands, Texas. The deal expands Ezee Fiber’s all-fiber footprint across Greater Houston—particularly fast-growing northern communities—by integrating Tachus’ network routes, subscriber base, and personnel. The combined company expects improved scale and service capabilities as it targets surpassing 600,000 fiber-to-the-home passings by the end of 2025.

Trackonomy Systems Inc. acquired InPlay Inc., a developer of next-generation Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) system-on-chip technology including its NanoBeacon SoC for smart label applications. The deal is intended to expand Trackonomy’s customer base and accelerate development of the smart label ecosystem, with InPlay expected to continue operating as an independent entity.

Metronet acquired US Internet Corp (USI), a pure-play fiber internet provider serving residential and commercial customers in the greater Minneapolis area. USI is headquartered in Minnetonka, Minnesota and operates a 100% fiber network accessible by more than 140,000 homes and businesses; financial terms were not disclosed. Everside Capital Partners announced a full exit of its investment in USI as part of the sale, and Metronet is now owned by a T-Mobile and KKR joint venture.

Gateway Telnet, Inc. acquired HighComm, LLC in a strategic transaction, with Bronston Legal representing HighComm as seller’s counsel. The combination brings together complementary cloud communications and IT solution capabilities, including hosted PBX, call center platforms, CRM integrations, unified communications, and IT support. Financial terms were not disclosed.

Koch Equity Development (KED), the investment and acquisition arm of Koch, Inc., announced that it has acquired GCH Technologies Inc., a developer of advanced telecommunications and wireless messaging infrastructure solutions. Following the acquisition, GCH will become the strategic provider for Common Short Code Registry Services beginning January 1, 2026, continuing its collaboration with CTIA to help modernize and advance next-generation messaging capabilities such as RCS Rich Business Messaging.

ImOn Communications announced the completion of its acquisition of Danville Telecom after receiving all required regulatory approvals. Danville Telecom provides 100% fiber-optic telecommunications services in Danville and, through its subsidiary iConnectYou, offers broadband in several Southeast Iowa communities; the deal is intended to accelerate ImOn’s fiber expansion and next-generation service rollout in the region.

Motorola Solutions has completed its acquisition of Silvus Technologies Holdings Inc., a Los Angeles, California-based provider of mission-critical mobile ad-hoc network (MANET) communications technology used in defense, public safety and autonomous systems. The transaction included approximately $4.4 billion of upfront consideration (about $4.38 billion in cash and about $20 million in restricted stock to certain employee equity holders), plus potential earnout consideration of up to $600 million based on performance in periods ending in 2027 and 2028.

Motorola Solutions has completed the acquisition of Silvus Technologies Holdings Inc., a Los Angeles, California-based provider of mission-critical mobile ad-hoc network (MANET) communications technology. The purchase price includes $4.4 billion upfront consideration (approximately $4.38 billion in cash plus about $20 million in restricted stock to certain employee equity holders) and an earnout of up to $600 million based on performance through 2027 and 2028.

Zentro and BAI Connect announced a strategic merger under the shared ownership of private equity firm M/C Partners. The combined company will operate under the Zentro brand, expanding scale in bulk high-speed internet service for multifamily (MDU) properties across the United States.

Wireless Logic, an IoT connectivity solutions provider backed by Montagu and General Atlantic, completed the acquisition of Zipit Wireless. Zipit, headquartered in South Carolina with operations in the United States and Canada, adds multi-carrier IoT connectivity and advanced subscription billing/white-label billing capabilities, including its Canadian subsidiary Mtrex Networks.

Tallvine Partners, an independent investment advisor focused on middle-market infrastructure, announced the acquisition of TRG Datacenters, a Houston-based data center owner and operator. Tallvine will partner with TRG’s management to support growth initiatives including an up-to-24MW expansion of TRG’s Houston campus and potential expansion into additional Texas and U.S. metro markets.

T-Mobile US, Inc. closed its acquisition of substantially all of UScellular’s wireless operations and select spectrum assets on August 1, 2025, for approximately $4.3 billion after adjustments, consisting of $2.6 billion in cash and about $1.7 billion of debt assumed via an exchange offer. The transaction brings more than four million customers, UScellular’s wireless stores, and specified spectrum assets to T-Mobile, while UScellular—renamed Array Digital Infrastructure, Inc.—retains its tower portfolio and other retained assets. Concurrently, T-Mobile also completed the “Iowa Transactions” to acquire substantially all wireless operations assets of three Iowa regional carriers for an additional ~$175 million.

Mobile Communications America, Inc. (MCA) announced it has acquired Wireless Concepts International, LLC, a wireless engineering services provider headquartered in Schaumburg, Illinois. The deal expands MCA’s in-building wireless and engineering capabilities across the U.S. Midwest, strengthening its offerings in workplace safety, security integration, and critical communications solutions.

Gateway Fiber announced it has merged with E-Rate provider WANRack and consumer broadband provider KWIKOM Communications, forming a combined fiber broadband organization. The integrated company will operate primarily under the Gateway Fiber brand, with WANRack’s education-focused E-Rate services transitioning to “WANRack powered by Gateway Fiber” through 2025 and a full brand transition expected in 2026.

A fund managed by Blue Owl Capital’s Digital Infrastructure strategy acquired Intermetro Fiber, operating as South Reach Networks (SRN), a Florida-based provider of fiber, colocation, and transport services. The transaction represents the sale of SRN by Turning Rock Partners, with Blue Owl planning to invest to expand SRN’s fiber network and capabilities across Florida and the broader Southeast.

FBR Solutions, a national telecommunications infrastructure services provider, acquired RTS Associates to expand its telecommunications design, engineering, and turnkey deployment capabilities nationwide. The transaction is backed by FVLCRUM Funds, supporting FBR’s buildout of an end-to-end broadband infrastructure services platform.

Oak Hill Capital and Pamlico Capital made strategic investments in IdeaTek Telcom, a Kansas-based fiber broadband provider, and Socket Telecom (rebranding as Socket Fiber), a Missouri-based fiber internet provider, to accelerate fiber network expansion. As part of the deal, existing IdeaTek investor TPG Peppertree sold its current stake to Oak Hill and Pamlico and also reinvested alongside them. IdeaTek and Socket will be combined to create a scaled Midwest fiber internet service provider while maintaining distinct brands and local management.

Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) completed its all-cash acquisition of Juniper Networks for $40.00 per share, valuing Juniper at approximately $14 billion. The combination significantly expands HPE’s networking business and strengthens its cloud-native, AI-driven networking and hybrid cloud portfolio, with Juniper’s former CEO Rami Rahim leading the combined HPE Networking business.

Ripple Fiber has agreed to acquire the assets of BridgeNET Fiber, a fiber internet provider headquartered in Statesville, North Carolina. Following the close (noted as June 4, 2025), BridgeNET will continue operating the Statesville market with Ripple Fiber’s capital support, targeting an expanded footprint of approximately 18,000 passings in the area.

Visionary Broadband acquired Montana-based internet service provider MTWeb to expand its broadband presence in and around Whitehall, Montana, including Twin Bridges, Pipestone, and Cardwell. MTWeb owner Joel Andrews and two employees will join Visionary Broadband; financial terms were not disclosed.

KCI Construction Services, a division of KCI Technologies Inc., acquired Advanced Telecommunications Solutions (ATS), a Richmond, Virginia-based provider of wireless-industry equipment installation services. The deal expands KCI’s telecommunications footprint into a new geography and strengthens its end-to-end wireless infrastructure deployment capabilities.

SLICFiber announced it has completed the acquisition of and integration with Westelcom, resulting in a major upgrade to its fiber network across Upstate New York. The investment increased network redundancy and boosted capacity by as much as tenfold, enhancing high-speed connectivity for residential, commercial, and institutional customers across the Adirondacks and North Country region.

Mereo Networks, a provider of bulk connectivity solutions for multifamily communities, acquired DISH Fiber Internet L.L.C. from DISH Network Corporation in a transaction that closed April 30, 2025. Following the deal, Mereo Networks is rebranding as Mereo Fiber to reflect its expanded bulk fiber internet and video services footprint across the U.S., including DISH Fiber’s service base of more than 25,000 residential units across 33 states.

Lynx announced the acquisition of The MNM Group Inc., a provider of communications and electrical network solutions including low-voltage cabling, wireless infrastructure, DAS, and EV charging station installations. Headquartered in Willow Grove, Pennsylvania, MNM operates across 42 U.S. states and Canada and serves Fortune 100 and other commercial clients through its Design & Build and Manufacturing divisions.

Pearce acquired JoeMax Telecom, LLC, a provider of engineering, site acquisition, and project management services for the telecommunications industry. Headquartered in Fairfield, New Jersey, JoeMax supports OSP/ISP fiber infrastructure projects across the Northeast; the deal expands Pearce’s regional presence and technical capabilities. Financial terms were not disclosed.

TXO, a global provider of sustainable technology lifecycle solutions, expanded its North American presence by adding the AirWay Group of companies, a provider of network infrastructure products and services for telecom and broadband customers. AirWay will continue to operate under the AirWay name, while its CEO Tom Eaton becomes CEO of TXO Americas to lead the group’s US operations.

CoreSite (an American Tower company) announced it has acquired the Denver Gas and Electric Building at 910 15th Street in downtown Denver, along with its related operating businesses. The historic carrier hotel is the primary interconnection hub in the Rocky Mountain region and currently hosts CoreSite’s DE1 data center operations. CoreSite expects the acquisition to add approximately 3 critical megawatts of capacity, nearly doubling DE1’s space and power footprint and expanding interconnection access including Google Cloud Platform dedicated interconnects and additional networks for CoreSite’s Any2Denver peering exchange.

Seaport Capital, a New York-based private equity firm, made a growth equity investment in FMC GlobalSat, a Starlink Authorized Reseller and global provider of wireless and satellite connectivity solutions. Headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, FMC plans to use the investment to accelerate expansion and pursue strategic acquisitions as part of ongoing industry consolidation.

GridSource, a utility contractor specializing in telecom services and infrastructure, announced the acquisitions of WiseConnect and Accelerated Communications & Construction. The deals expand GridSource’s national telecom infrastructure capabilities, adding technician network/fulfillment services and fiber construction, small-cell installation, and telecom project management expertise across the United States.

Airspan Networks Holdings LLC completed the acquisition of Corning Incorporated’s wireless business, taking full ownership and operational control of Corning’s wireless assets. The acquired portfolio includes Corning’s 6000 and 6200 distributed antenna systems (DAS) and the SpiderCloud 4G/5G small cell radio access network (RAN) offerings, along with related intellectual property and personnel.

JSI, a portfolio company of Stone-Goff Partners, acquired LogicomUSA (Logicom), a provider of voice, network, and 24/7 contact center services serving broadband providers and electric cooperatives across the U.S. The deal expands JSI’s broadband solutions capabilities by integrating Logicom’s hosted VoIP and contact center operations, including its BYOA platform, into JSI’s Network Engineering division under continued leadership from Logicom CEO Noah Southerland.

EQT Active Core Infrastructure fund has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Crown Castle Inc.'s Small Cells Solutions business in a transaction valuing the business at approximately $4.25 billion. The unit builds and operates small cell wireless infrastructure across the United States, and EQT intends to support and accelerate its next phase of growth following the expected closing in the first half of 2026.

Lightpath, a US fiber provider, acquired WANRack's network assets and customers in the Phoenix, Arizona market. The deal adds 133 miles of fiber to Lightpath’s Phoenix footprint, expanding its presence shortly after entering the market, though financial terms were not disclosed.

Vero Broadband, LLC (dba Vero Fiber) acquired Montana Digital, LLC, a fiber broadband and enterprise connectivity provider operating under the MtnMax brand. The deal expands Vero’s fiber-to-the-premises footprint into Montana, adding Montana Digital’s purpose-built network in Flathead County and continuing operations under the MtnMax brand.

Forerunner Technologies completed the acquisition of NEC Corporation’s on-premise Unified Communications (UC) business and related assets in the Americas. Following the deal, Forerunner now owns and operates the business across the U.S., Canada, and Latin America, including taking over NTAC support operations and acquiring UC inventory. NEC Japan will continue providing software assurance and licensing availability through 2030 and plans to introduce new SV9000 hardware in 2025.

Mobile Communications America, Inc. (MCA) acquired Ra-Comm, Inc., a Motorola Solutions Channel Partner headquartered in Lafayette, Indiana. The deal expands MCA’s presence in Indiana and the Great Lakes region, adding Ra-Comm’s two-way radio and public-safety communications capabilities serving police, fire, emergency services, schools, and industrial customers across central Indiana.

FBR Solutions, a national telecommunications infrastructure services provider backed by FVLCRUM Funds and Greenhall Capital Partners, agreed to acquire Johnson Communications. Johnson, headquartered in Alvarado, Texas, provides rural fiber-optic telecom design/engineering, construction, installation, maintenance and project management services. The deal is intended to accelerate Johnson’s growth and expand FBR’s in-house fiber deployment and broadband infrastructure capabilities; financial terms were not disclosed.

Mobile Communications America, Inc. (MCA) announced the acquisition of SafetyCom, Inc., a mass notification warning system provider based in North Little Rock, Arkansas. The deal expands MCA’s mass notification capabilities and strengthens its national presence in workplace and community safety solutions.

Visionary Broadband acquired Mountain Broadband to expand and improve high-speed internet access in rural Colorado. Following the acquisition, Visionary plans to invest in fiber network upgrades, roll out gigabit fiber service across Mountain Broadband’s footprint, retain the local team, and rebrand Mountain Broadband under the Visionary Broadband name.

Palistar Capital announced the combination of its wireless assets managed by Symphony Wireless with Palistar portfolio company CTI Towers, forming a new operating platform called Symphony Towers Infrastructure. The combined entity will operate, manage and market approximately 3,000 wireless infrastructure assets across all 50 U.S. states under CEO Bernard Borghei.

Highline acquired the fiber assets and internet service provider (ISP) business of 906 Technologies, LLC, expanding its broadband fiber footprint and customer base in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. The transaction adds 906 Technologies’ ISP customers and outside plant/construction employees to Highline, while allowing 906 Technologies to focus on its existing network and technology services clients.

Dunes Point Capital, LP acquired a majority interest in Eastern Communications, Ltd., a national distributor and technical service provider of mission-critical communication devices and network infrastructure for public safety applications. The investment was made through Dunes Point Capital Fund III, LP with co-investment from funds managed by Partners Capital, and the transaction was financed with debt provided by Audax Private Debt, TPG Twin Brook Capital Partners, and Manulife Investment Management.

Mobile Communications America, Inc. (MCA) announced the acquisition of Supreme Radio Communications, Inc., a long-standing two-way radio and critical communications provider. Supreme Radio is headquartered in Peoria Heights, Illinois and serves central Illinois and parts of Iowa, strengthening MCA’s Midwest footprint.

IQ Fiber, a Jacksonville, Florida-based fiber-optic internet service provider, completed the acquisition of ThinkBig Networks, a Maryland-based 100% fiber-optic ISP serving multiple Maryland counties. The transaction supports IQ Fiber’s expansion in the Chesapeake Bay Region and is backed by additional equity funding from SDC Capital Partners, with ThinkBig to be rebranded as IQ Fiber in 2025.

Ezee Fiber acquired the New Mexico fiber assets and network of Conterra Networks to accelerate its Fiber-to-the-Home expansion in the state. The deal includes 128 miles of installed fiber infrastructure spanning Santa Fe, Rio Rancho, and Los Lunas, New Mexico; financial terms were not disclosed.

The Computer Works (TCW), an Arkansas-based fiber and fixed wireless internet service provider, completed a significant growth capital investment led by The Stephens Group alongside Circumference Group. The funding will support TCW’s expansion of fiber connectivity to underserved communities across Arkansas and help position the company for BEAD-related opportunities. Stephens Inc. served as financial advisor to TCW on the transaction.

Zadarma, a European VoIP provider, acquired 100% ownership of VoIPVoIP, a USA-based VoIP operator and consumer division of Kosmaz Technologies LLC. Completed in 2024, the deal expands Zadarma’s North American presence and migrates VoIPVoIP customers to Zadarma’s cloud communications platform and features.

Inseego Corp. completed the sale of its global telematics business to Ctrack Holdings, a portfolio company of Convergence Partners, for $52 million in an all-cash transaction. The divested telematics business operates across the United Kingdom, the European Union, Australia, and New Zealand. Inseego plans to focus on its core 5G business and use proceeds to support recapitalization and debt reduction.

CCi Voice acquired IP Genie, a phone service provider based in South Windsor, Connecticut, to expand CCi Voice’s Northeast footprint and strengthen its municipal-market offerings. CCi Voice plans to integrate IP Genie’s VoIP and unified communications technologies, and IP Genie’s president and seven employees will join CCi Voice as part of the transaction.

Omni Fiber announced a merger with Lit Fiber to accelerate fiber-to-the-home expansion and improve operating efficiency across adjacent Ohio networks, with integration expected in early 2025. Both companies are majority-owned by Oak Hill Capital, and Lit Fiber’s existing shareholders including Stephens Capital Partners and The Pritzker Organization will remain shareholders and continue supporting the business.

Affiliates of private equity firm Searchlight Capital Partners, L.P. and British Columbia Investment Management Corporation (BCI) entered into a definitive all-cash agreement to acquire Consolidated Communications Holdings, Inc. for an enterprise value of approximately $3.1 billion, including assumed debt. The buyers will purchase all Consolidated common stock not already owned by Searchlight for $4.70 per share, taking the company private, subject to remaining regulatory approvals.

Segra and Unite Private Networks (UPN) announced their brand merger is now official, unifying operations under the Segra name to form a larger provider of fiber-based communications and related technology solutions across the United States. The combined company will deliver connectivity, cybersecurity, cloud and collaboration services across a broad network footprint serving over 20,000 customer locations in 24 states.

Mobile Communications America, Inc. (MCA) announced the acquisition of Kay Radio & Electronics Services, Inc. (d/b/a Kay Radio), a wireless and two-way radio communications solutions provider. The deal expands MCA’s footprint in Louisiana and strengthens its presence in eastern Texas, adding Kay Radio’s long-standing Motorola-dealer operations serving public safety and commercial customers.

BCE Inc., through its wholly owned subsidiary Bell Canada, completed the acquisition of Ziply Fiber for C$5.0 billion in cash (US$3.65 billion) and assumed approximately C$2.6 billion of net debt at closing. The deal expands Bell’s fibre footprint into the United States (Pacific Northwest) and supports BCE’s U.S. fibre growth strategy alongside its previously announced partnership with PSP Investments to create Network FiberCo.

Rise Broadband acquired MidAtlantic Broadband’s 100% fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) broadband/internet business in Missouri, which operates under the Yondoo Broadband brand. The acquired assets add nearly 10,000 residential and commercial locations across eight markets in eastern Missouri, expanding Rise Broadband’s footprint into the state. Rise Broadband is backed by GI Partners’ data infrastructure strategy, which has owned the company since February 2023.

InnoCaption, a mobile call captioning technology provider for the deaf and hard of hearing community, completed the acquisition of CaptionMate, an FCC-certified call captioning service. CaptionMate will be supported by InnoCaption as a standalone service, with CaptionMate founder and CEO Beryl Bucher serving temporarily in an advisory capacity to support the transition.

EarthLink acquired Nextera Communications, a Minnesota-based provider of fixed wireless, voice, and data solutions. The deal expands EarthLink Business’s reach and capabilities for small and medium-sized business customers, strengthening its Midwest footprint and fixed wireless offerings.

Davenforth launched a new managed IT, voice, and networking platform through the acquisitions of TeleCloud (Dallas, Texas) and Third Generation (Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania). Both companies will continue operating independently with existing leadership teams remaining in place, while Davenforth scales their cloud communications, connectivity, and managed services offerings across a combined base of roughly 21,500 users at 900 businesses.

Gogo Inc. entered into a definitive agreement and subsequently completed the acquisition of Satcom Direct, forming a multi-orbit, multi-band in-flight connectivity provider for global business aviation and military/government mobility markets. Consideration at close was $375 million in cash plus 5 million shares of Gogo stock issued to Satcom Direct ownership, with up to an additional $225 million of contingent payments tied to performance thresholds over the next four years. Satcom Direct is headquartered in Melbourne, Florida, and the transaction is expected to deliver significant cost synergies and accelerate adoption of Gogo’s Galileo LEO connectivity offering.

TPG agreed to acquire, and subsequently completed the acquisition of, AT&T’s remaining 70% stake in DIRECTV that TPG did not already own, making DIRECTV a wholly owned portfolio company of TPG Capital. DIRECTV, which includes DIRECTV, DIRECTV STREAM and U-verse video services, is expected to use the strengthened financial profile to accelerate investment in next-generation streaming and innovative video offerings.

CIBL, Inc. closed its acquisition of a 20% ownership interest in Brick Skirt Holdings, Inc. from LICT Corporation. The consideration consisted of CIBL issuing 750 shares of its common stock. Brick Skirt provides broadband and communications services in parts of western New York.

Sound Growth Partners completed a majority recapitalization of Sunny Communications, LLC on September 24, 2024, with Everside Capital Partners co-investing via SGP’s One-Stop Buyout structure. Sunny Communications, headquartered in Lakewood, Colorado, provides refurbished land mobile radio equipment (two-way radios and accessories) as well as repair services and equipment rentals in the U.S.

Cydecor, Inc. announced it has acquired Artel LLC, a provider of mission-critical satellite and terrestrial communications solutions and related cybersecurity/IT services for the U.S. Government. Artel was acquired from TPG, and the deal expands Cydecor’s mission-critical offerings and technical capabilities in support of national security and defense agencies.

Master Wireless Holdings, LLC sold 33 of its AT&T authorized retail locations in Michigan and Wisconsin to Alliance Mobile Inc. Alliance Mobile is a portfolio company of Centre Partners Management, and the deal expands Alliance’s retail footprint in the Midwest.

Mobile Communications America, Inc. (MCA) announced the acquisition of Illinois Cooperative Association, Inc., doing business as Clear Talk, a cooperative-owned Motorola partner headquartered in Decatur, Illinois. The deal expands MCA’s Midwest footprint and adds Clear Talk’s two-way radio and wireless communications products and services to MCA’s national wireless communication solutions platform.

Chicago-based internet service providers Everywhere Wireless and SilverIP Communications merged to form the largest independent multi-dwelling unit (MDU)-focused ISP in the Midwest, serving more than 65,000 subscribers/residential units across the Chicago and Milwaukee markets. The combined business has rebranded under the new name Zentro, with M/C Partners as lead investor and Dave Dobbin serving as CEO. SilverIP’s founders and its largest outside investor, Author Capital Partners, will remain shareholders and involved in management.

UCL Swift acquired Accurate Connections, Inc. (ACI), a manufacturer of custom fiber optic and copper cable assemblies serving the datacom and telecom markets. The deal expands UCL Swift’s product portfolio and manufacturing capabilities, and ACI will operate as a subsidiary renamed UCL Connections.

Verizon Communications Inc. entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Frontier Communications Parent, Inc. in an all-cash transaction valued at approximately $20 billion. The deal is intended to expand Verizon’s U.S. fiber footprint by integrating Frontier’s large pure-play fiber network and subscriber base into Verizon’s Fios and wireless portfolio, subject to shareholder and regulatory approvals.

C3 Complete announced its acquisition of communications services provider TRACI.net. The deal expands C3 Complete’s voice and connectivity capabilities (including Hosted VoIP/PBX and SD-WAN) and adds TRACI.net’s employees, customers, and partner relationships to the C3 ecosystem.

Koch Equity Development LLC (KED), an investment arm of Koch, Inc., agreed to acquire iconectiv, LLC from Ericsson and affiliates of Francisco Partners. iconectiv will become a wholly owned independent subsidiary of KED and continue to be managed by its leadership team in Bridgewater, New Jersey. The transaction is subject to regulatory approvals and is expected to close in the first quarter of 2025.

The Cook & Boardman Group LLC announced the acquisition of Brymer Communication Services, LLC dba BryComm, a Texas-based provider of infrastructure network design engineering, installation, and maintenance services. BryComm will continue operating under its existing name, and transaction terms were not disclosed. The deal represents Cook & Boardman’s seventh acquisition since Platinum Equity acquired a majority interest in the company in 2023.

Valsoft Corporation Inc. announced the acquisition of Equinox Information Systems, a telecommunications software provider focused on fraud management, business assurance, and network monitoring. Headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, Equinox becomes Valsoft’s first telecommunications company and will continue operating under its existing management team to support long-term growth and expansion.

Patton, a manufacturer of networking and communications technology and the FiberPlex fiber transport product brand, has completed the acquisition of Artel Video Systems. The deal expands Patton’s IP- and fiber-based multimedia delivery and broadcast video/IP transport portfolio, adding Artel’s video transport and Ethernet/IP-over-fiber products along with R&D, manufacturing capabilities, and intellectual property for telecom, broadcast, ProAV, defense, and industrial applications.

46 Labs LLC, a Dallas-based provider of connectivity management solutions, acquired Impact Telecom from Lingo to expand its carrier network capabilities and support its global growth plans. Impact Telecom’s wholesale voice and international network will complement 46 Labs’ existing network, following 46 Labs’ recent acquisition of HyperCube Networks; financial terms were not disclosed.

Curvalux, a manufacturer of energy-efficient fixed wireless access (FWA) broadband technologies, announced a strategic investment from the Subnational Climate Fund, which is managed by Pegasus Capital Advisors. The investment provides working capital to support production and delivery of existing orders and to expand Curvalux’s sustainable connectivity solutions for urban and rural communities, including areas lacking electricity.