Today’s M&A deals include announcements on Salute, Northshore, Harbor IT, The 20 MSP, Ripple, ACI Worldwide, among others.
Salute Acquires Northshore
Salute, a global data center services company, acquired Northshore, a U.S.-based engineering and consulting firm specializing in critical facility design and commissioning. The purpose is to expand Salute’s capabilities in data center lifecycle services, from planning to operations. Strategically, this enhances Salute’s end-to-end delivery model across hyperscale and enterprise segments. Northshore’s expertise in sustainable design, commissioning, and energy-efficient systems strengthens Salute’s position as a full-spectrum partner for data center infrastructure. The acquisition underscores a focus on integrating engineering innovation and operational excellence. Deal terms were undisclosed but support Salute’s ongoing consolidation strategy in the digital infrastructure sector.
Harbor IT Acquires New England Network Solutions (NENS)
Private equity firm Worklyn Partners’ portfolio company, Harbor IT, acquired NENS, a Massachusetts-based managed IT and cybersecurity provider. The purpose is to build a stronger regional footprint in the U.S. Northeast while expanding cloud and managed security offerings. Strategically, the deal integrates NENS’s MSP expertise and customer base into Harbor IT’s scalable operations framework. Technologically, the acquisition enhances capabilities in cloud management, endpoint protection, and compliance automation. Innovation lies in delivering proactive, AI-enabled IT management services to SMBs. Although financial details remain private, the acquisition supports Worklyn’s roll-up strategy to create a national managed IT services platform.
The 20 MSP Acquires Red Level Group, iStreet Solutions, and InData Consulting
The 20 MSP, a U.S. managed services consortium, acquired three IT providers—Red Level Group, iStreet Solutions, and InData Consulting—to accelerate its nationwide expansion. The purpose is to consolidate high-performing MSPs under one unified brand offering cloud, cybersecurity, and digital transformation solutions. Strategically, it strengthens The 20’s market share, technical depth, and recurring revenue streams. The technology focus includes Microsoft Azure, AI-driven endpoint protection, and enterprise cloud infrastructure. Innovation lies in integrating service automation and centralized NOC/SOC operations. The deal, with undisclosed terms, reflects The 20’s ongoing M&A growth model to create one of the largest MSP networks in North America.
Ripple Acquires Palisade
Blockchain payments company Ripple acquired Palisade, a startup providing digital asset custody and wallet management software. The purpose is to expand Ripple’s institutional crypto infrastructure solutions, particularly for tokenized assets and enterprise-grade custody. Strategically, the deal strengthens Ripple’s push into regulated digital asset management, complementing its payments and liquidity offerings. Palisade’s technology enables multi-signature wallets, key-management automation, and secure transaction orchestration. The innovation reinforces Ripple’s vision of a complete digital asset platform. While the deal size was undisclosed, it marks Ripple’s second key acquisition in the custody space, positioning the company to compete in institutional blockchain infrastructure markets.
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