Arma Partners is pleased to announce that it has acted as financial advisor to Hg on its investment in Focus Group, a leading technology solutions provider for SMEs in the UK.

Founded in 2003, Focus Group provides digital solutions to around 30,000 SME customers. The company offers a single point of contact for the information technology needs of its clients, providing communications, software solutions, connectivity and IT services.

Hg’s investment will support Focus Group’s organic growth plan, M&A ambitions and product development initiatives, enhancing its ability to deliver innovative technology solutions for the UK SME sector. Together, Focus Group’s leadership and Hg have the ambition to build a national champion in the industry.

This transaction further demonstrates Arma Partners’ sector leading track record advising on landmark transactions in communications and cloud services on behalf of global private equity investors.