n Industries Group Limited completes acquisition of Horsham based Aquilar Limited, a leading leak detection systems provider. The deal was advised on by the GS Verde Group.

n Industries Group Limited, a champion of UK SME industrial businesses, is delighted to announce that it has acquired majority ownership of Aquilar Limited, a leading provider of leak detection systems for water, fuel and refrigerant gas, serving mission-critical applications across data centres, buildings and infrastructure, and industrial facilities.

Founded over 25 years ago, Aquilar has built a strong reputation for its detection and monitoring technologies that provide early warning of leaks and protect essential operations. The company’s solutions are trusted across critical environments, where preventing leaks is vital to safeguarding assets, reducing risk, and maintaining continuity.

Speaking on the transaction, Jonathan Bates-Kawachi, CEO of n Industries Group, said: “I’m excited to welcome Aquilar and its employees to our group. Aquilar has built an excellent reputation for providing reliable, high-quality leak detection systems that play an integral role in protecting critical facilities and commercial premises. The strength of Aquilar’s technology, its commitment to innovation, and the growth opportunities available in sectors such as data centres and energy infrastructure make Aquilar a natural fit within our group”.

Aquilar becomes the fourth business to join the n Industries Group, as part of its decentralised structure, the business looks forward to working closely with Aquilar’s management team to deliver further growth for the business.

Julian Waumsley, Managing Director of Aquilar, added: “Joining n Industries marks an exciting new chapter for Aquilar. This partnership recognises the expertise and reputation we have built over the past 25 years, while providing the resources and support to help us grow further. The group’s long-term commitment to investing in quality British industrial businesses will enable us to further strengthen our product range, support our customers and partners, and seize new opportunities for growth.”

n Industries, acquires majority stakes in outstanding small UK industrial companies that supply mission- or life-critical products or solutions. The Group then work with existing management to develop them into higher quality, faster growing businesses.

Jonathan Bates-Kawachi concluded: “We are delighted to partner with Julian and his team to build on the company’s impressive track record and position it for long-term success. n Industries will continue to grow through acquisition, and we are delighted to welcome another great quality business to our group.”

n Industries were supported on the transaction by dealmaking advisory business GS Verde Group.

The GS Verde Group are business-focused experts in getting deals done. Combining all the services needed to complete a corporate transaction, including legal, corporate finance, tax, accountancy and communications, GS Verde Group acts as a complete advisory team and provides a truly end-to-end service.