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- Digital
- Our News, Press
London, 02 July 2026 โ Arcus Infrastructure Partners (โArcusโ) and Verne today announced that Arcus European Infrastructure Fund 4 (โAEIF4โ or the โFundโ) has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire 100% of Volta Data Centres (โVoltaโ or the โCompanyโ), currently operated as Verneโs UK data centre. The 6MW carrier-neutral colocation and interconnection facility is located in central London and serves customers across financial services, telecoms, IT and enterprise sectors.
Located near the City of London, the facility provides essential colocation services from a 6MW site with stable contracted revenues, low customer churn and strong connectivity infrastructure, including more than 40 on-site carriers and over 1,200 cross-connects. The acquisition builds on Arcusโ existing colocation expertise through Portus Data Centres, an Arcus European Infrastructure Fund 3 investment, and follows an 18-month review of European markets in which the UK was identified as offering a compelling combination of demand growth, constrained supply and long-term investment opportunity.
Charlie Scott, Senior Investment Director at Arcus, commented: โVolta is an excellent fit with our AEIF4 investment strategy, providing critical digital infrastructure at the heart of one of Europeโs premier colocation markets. The business stood out as a high-quality investment combining stable contracted revenues, an entrenched position in Londonโs connectivity ecosystem and a clear pathway for growth and commercial improvements, supported by an experienced site team. Colocation has been a strategic focus for Arcus since 2024. We look forward to partnering with the Volta team to support the next phase of the businessโs growth and building on this entry point with further acquisitions.โ
For Verne, the agreement reflects a strategic portfolio decision, enabling the business to focus investment and resources on low-carbon, high-density data centre infrastructure across Northern Europe.
Dominic Ward, CEO of Verne, commented: โThis agreement is the right next step for the London data centre, its customers and its team. Arcus has deep infrastructure experience and is well placed to support the siteโs next phase of growth. For Verne, this is a strategic portfolio decision that allows us to focus our investment and expertise on low-carbon, high-density data centre infrastructure in the locations best suited to AI, high-performance computing and other demanding workloads. We will work closely with Arcus to support a smooth transition.โ
Arcus was advised by Alantra (M&A), Ashurst (Legal), WSP (Technical), Altman Solon (Commercial), Deloitte (Financial, Tax), and Aon (Insurance). Verne was advised by Guggenheim Securities (M&A), BDO LPP (Financial and Tax due diligence, Vendor Assist) and A&O Shearman Sterling LLP (Legal).
The transaction is expected to complete in July 2026 subject to the fulfilment of contractual requirements.
About Arcus
Arcus Infrastructure Partners is an independent fund manager focused solely on long-term investments in European infrastructure. Arcus invests on behalf of institutional investors through discretionary funds and currently manages โฌ12.4bn of assets (as at 31 March 2026). Arcus targets mid-market, value-add infrastructure investments, with a particular focus on businesses in the digital, transport, logistics & industrials, and energy sectors. Further information on Arcus Infrastructure Partners can be found on www.arcusip.com.
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About Verne
Verne is a leading Nordic provider of low-carbon, high-density data centers with environmental responsibility at its core. Verne designs, develops and operates scalable digital infrastructure in optimal locations, supporting the AI journey for hyperscalers, neoclouds and enterprises. Backed by Ardian since 2024, a leading global diversified private markets firm, Verne is accelerating its expansion throughout the Nordics and Northern Europe.
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- Transport
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London, 2nd June 2026 โ Abyss AS (โAbyssโ or โthe Companyโ), a specialist service vessel provider to the Norwegian aquaculture industry, has, together with Arcus Infrastructure Partners (โArcusโ), successfully completed a NOK 2.3bn refinancing with facilities provided by Nordea, Sparebank SMN, Sparebank Mรธre, and Sparebank Nordmรธre.
The refinancing follows the acquisition of Frรธy Akvaservice, which was completed in December 2025 and introduces an infrastructure-style senior debt package. The new facility includes a multi-year amortisation holiday and debt margins aligned with those achieved by leading wellboat operators. The refinancing replaces more traditional vessel loans and leases with a combination of corporate debt and capex facilities, providing greater financial flexibility to support the Companyโs continued growth.
Mark Cresswell Head of Arcusโ Capital Markets Team commented: โFollowing the acquisition of Frรธy Akvaservice, this refinancing represents a natural next step in strengthening Abyssโ capital structure. The move to an infrastructure-style debt package provides enhanced flexibility for growth and aligns the business with leading operators, supporting its long-term growth ambitions.โ
Victor Jensen, CEO of Abyss, commented โWe are grateful for the continued support of our Norwegian banking partners as we accelerate the growth of Abyss. Transitioning to an infrastructure financing package is a reflection of the highly contracted and resilient nature of our business and also provides access to further funding to facilitate our multi-year investment programme in the next generation of specialised service vessels.โ
Abyss is the largest operator of specialised service vessels in the aquaculture industry, with a fleet of more than 60 vessels. The company provides a full-spectrum service offering, including standard and large service vessels, treatment vessels, as well as inspection and preparedness vessels. Abyss supports customers across Norway and Iceland through a well-established network of eight bases and offices.
Arcus and Abyss were advised on the transaction by SEB and Wiersholm. Thommessen acted as legal advisor to the lenders.
About Arcus
Arcus Infrastructure Partners is an independent fund manager focused solely on long-term investments in European infrastructure. Arcus invests on behalf of institutional investors through discretionary funds and currently manages โฌ12.4bn of assets (as at 31 December 2025). Arcus targets mid-market, value-add infrastructure investments, with a particular focus on businesses in the digital, transport, logistics & industrials, and energy sectors. Further information on Arcus Infrastructure Partners can be found on www.arcusip.com.
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- Digital
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London, 28 May 2026 โ Portus Data Centers (โPortusโ or โthe Companyโ), a regional data centre platform with colocation facilities in Germany and adjacent countries, has, together with Arcus Infrastructure Partners (โArcusโ), successfully raised a financing package of โฌ80m from NIBC, Rabobank and UniCredit.
The financing comprises a โฌ70m capex facility and a โฌ10m revolving credit facility. The proceeds of the capex facility will primarily be used to fund the ongoing development of the Munich 2 project (โMUC2โ), a new 5.5MW colocation facility being constructed in Portusโ existing Munich campus. Featuring a leading, energy-efficient design, MUC2 will deliver much-needed high-quality IT capacity to the Munich market. Service commencement is expected in Q1 2027. The financing package also provides a โฌ200m uncommitted accordion to support future growth.
Charlie Scott, Senior Investment Director at Arcus and Asset Manager of Portus, commented: โPortus has been successfully expanding its capacity to meet increasing customer demand, and this financing marks an important milestone in that growth journey. This project will enable the development of MUC 2 in Munich, which will provide the equivalent capacity of Portusโ three existing data centres combined, significantly strengthening our platform. With persistent customer demand for resilient, high-performance data centre capacity, this investment ensures Portus remains well positioned to support its customersโ evolving needs.โ
Falk Weinreich, Group CEO of Portus, commented: โWe are pleased to have partnered with NIBC, Rabobank and UniCredit to support the next phase of our growth, enabling us to continue accelerating our growth path and expansion in the southern German market with the addition of 5.5MW of secure, well-connected and scalable IT capacity. We are grateful to Arcus for driving this financing forward to a successful outcome.โ
Arcus and Portus were advised on this transaction by Macquarie Capital and White & Case LLP. Ashurst acted as legal advisor to the lenders.
About Arcus
Arcus Infrastructure Partners is an independent fund manager focused solely on long-term investments in European infrastructure. Arcus invests on behalf of institutional investors through discretionary funds and currently manages โฌ12.4bn of assets (as at 31 December 2025). Arcus targets mid-market, value-add infrastructure investments, with a particular focus on businesses in the digital, transport, logistics & industrials, and energy sectors. Further information on Arcus Infrastructure Partners can be found on www.arcusip.com.
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- Transport
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London, 30 April 2026 โ Arcus Infrastructure Partners (โArcusโ) is pleased to announce the agreement to acquire c. 74% of TrueNoord (or the โCompanyโ). The acquisition is the second investment for Arcus European Infrastructure Fund 4 SCSp (โAEIF4โ or the โFundโ), which successfully reached its โฌ3bn hard cap in December 2025, following a seven-month fundraising period.
Founded in 2016 with offices in Amsterdam, Dublin, London and Singapore, TrueNoord is a leading specialist lessor of regional aircraft, operating predominantly across Europe and North America, while also serving other growing international markets. The Company focuses on the acquisition, leasing and active management of turboprop and regional jet aircraft supporting socially and economically critical mediumโhaul connectivity, underpinned by disciplined fleet, credit and technical management.
TrueNoord serves a diversified customer base of commercial, regional and Stateโbacked airlines, leasing a wellโinvested fleet managed by an experienced inโhouse team. The fleet comprises approximately 111 aircraft leased to 37 airlines across 25 countries, primarily under longโterm leases of up to 15 years at inception. The business has demonstrated resilience through multiple economic cycles, including the COVIDโ19 pandemic, and continues to perform very well amid ongoing macroeconomic and geopolitical volatility, with strong lease renewal dynamics and very high fleet utilisation.
The Company benefits from robust infrastructure characteristics operating in a heavily regulated industry with high capital intensity, predictable cashflows, diversified lessee exposure, and meaningful downside protection. Regional aviation plays a vital social and economic role, providing essential connectivity where alternative transport options are limited. These fundamentals are reinforced by constrained newโbuild supply alongside growing demand for assetโlight fleet solutions from airlines, supporting longโterm lease rate stability. The management team are highly experienced and entrepreneurial, having grown the business from a โstart-upโ, and have a long track record of leasing regional aircraft through their full lifecycle.
TrueNoord has multiple growth avenues, including sale-and-leaseback transactions with airlines, secondary purchases of mid-life aircraft, and a secured new build order book. The platform has established a strong reputation and track record of disciplined growth, risk management and capital optimisation, supported by a best-in-class management team.
From an ESG perspective, TrueNoord aligns well with Arcusโ longโterm sustainable investment strategy. The Company operates a modern, fuelโefficient fleet, reports Scope 1, 2 and material Scope 3 emissions, and is well positioned to benefit from improved aircraft efficiency and the adoption of sustainable aviation fuel. Arcus will work with management to further strengthen ESG governance and advance a scienceโbased decarbonisation roadmap.
Michael Allen, Partner and Head of Transport at Arcus, commented: โTrueNoord is an excellent fit with our AEIF4 investment strategy, providing critical connectivity through its specialist regional aircraft portfolio. TrueNoord stood out as a highโquality aircraft leasing platform combining a strong track record of disciplined growth, risk management and capital optimisation, supported by an experienced management team. TrueNoord benefits from attractive infrastructure characteristics and a differentiated position supported by growing demand for regional aircraft. This is an ideal entry point for Arcus, where we can apply our experience in asset leasing and capital optimisation to support the next phase of the Companyโs growth. We look forward to partnering with the TrueNoord management team as the business continues to scale and strengthen its market position.โ
Anne-Bart Tieleman, CEO of TrueNoord, said: โWe are delighted to welcome Arcus Infrastructure Partners as our new long-term investor to facilitate our growth in the 50-150 seat regional aircraft leasing sector. They are investing in our business development expertise, our knowledgeable and experienced team, as well as our dynamic brand. The whole team at TrueNoord embraces this change and the momentum of our future trajectory.โ
The transaction is expected to complete by Q3 2026, subject to certain regulatory and other conditions precedent.
Arcus was advised by PWP (M&A), Freshfields LLP (Legal), Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP (Legal โ Funds counsel), IBA (Commercial), PwC (Financial, Tax), Deloitte (Structuring), and Aon (Insurance).
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About Arcus
Arcus Infrastructure Partners is an independent fund manager focused solely on long-term investments in European infrastructure. Arcus invests on behalf of institutional investors through discretionary funds and currently manages โฌ12.5bn of assets (as at 31 December 2025). Arcus targets mid-market, value-add infrastructure investments, with a particular focus on businesses in the digital, transport, logistics & industrials, and energy sectors. Further information on Arcus Infrastructure Partners can be found on www.arcusip.com.
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- Digital
- Our News
London, 12 March 2026 โ Arcus Infrastructure Partners (โArcusโ) is pleased to announce that FixMap sp. z o.o., (โFixMapโ or โthe Companyโ), a Polish fibre-to-the-home (โFTTHโ) operator and a portfolio company in Arcus European Infrastructure Fund 3 SCSp (โAEIF3โ), has entered into an agreement to acquire Skynet sp. z o.o. (โSkynetโ). Skynet is a FTTH operator and Internet Service Provider (โISPโ) based in Warsaw.
FixMap has been established through a highly active buy-and-build strategy, with Skynet representing the twenty-third acquisition for the Company and the third acquisition under AEIF3โs ownership.
Skynet is a regional FTTH operator, with c. 56k homes passed (โHPsโ) and c. 19k homes connected (โHCsโ) across the Greater Warsaw area, delivering reliable fixed internet, television, and radio internet services to both retail and business customers. The Company has plans to widen its existing network coverage with the roll-out of a further c. 46k HPs in the area, almost doubling its network.
Skynetโs network is geographically adjacent to the footprints of four existing FixMap subsidiaries operating in and around Warsaw. Integrating Skynet into the FixMap Group will further consolidate the Groupโs presence in the region.
FixMap was founded in 2018 and operates through local subsidiaries, covering c. 430k HPs and c. 134k HCs across Poland2. FixMap subsidiaries are both ISPs and network operators and seven of these subsidiaries today also provide wholesale services to Orange Polska, the leading telecommunications provider in Poland.
The acquisition of Skynet increases FixMapโs footprint to c. 486k HPs and c. 153k HCs immediately post-transaction, enhancing its scale, customer reach, and competitive standing within the Warsaw metropolitan area.
Christopher Ehrke, Partner and Head of Digital at Arcus, commented: โConsolidation of the fragmented Polish FTTH market remains FixMapโs strategic priority. The acquisition of Skynet as a high-quality regional operator will further strengthen FixMapโs presence and positioning in the Greater Warsaw area. This marks the third acquisition under AEIF3โs ownership, following the acquisitions of Internet Union and Stimo.Net and we continue to actively engage with a robust M&A pipeline of other regional Polish network operators, successfully delivering on FixMapโs buy and build strategy.โ
Piotr Muszynski FixMap minority shareholder and CEO commented: โThe acquisition of Skynet represents an important transaction for FixMap, not only because of Skynetโs existing market position, but also due to its high growth potential proven by the current significant KPO/FERC project under advanced deployment. I would like to thank the FixMap, Arcus and Skynet teams for their hard work and highly professional engagement over the last few months.
FixMap was advised by,Wierciลski,Kwieciลski Baehr (Legal), Veroservice and WEDUIT (Technical), and Grant Thornton (Financial, Tax and Structuring).
About Arcus
Arcus Infrastructure Partners is an independent fund manager focused solely on long-term investments in European infrastructure. Arcus invests on behalf of institutional investors through discretionary funds and currently manages โฌ12.6bn of assets (as at 31 December 2025). Arcus targets mid-market, value-add infrastructure investments, with a particular focus on businesses in the digital, transport, logistics & industrials, and energy sectors. Further information on Arcus Infrastructure Partners can be found on www.arcusip.com.
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- Logistics & Industrials
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London, 29 January 2026 โ HB RTS is pleased to announce the acquisition of PPS Group (โPPSโ) in the UK. Following the earlier acquisitions of TPS in 2024 and TPS USA in 2025, this transaction marks another important step in HB RTSโs international growth strategy and its ambition to build a leading European platform for circular and reusable logistics solutions.
PPS is a well-established player in the UK market, with strong expertise in pooling, rental,ย washing services and the sale of returnable transport items through its Alison Handling division. The company has built a solid reputation for operational excellence and customer-focused service.
By welcoming PPS into the HB RTS network, the organisation strengthens its European footprint and further expands its service offering. The combination of regional expertise, additional capacity, and shared knowledge enhances HB RTSโs ability to support customers with reliable, scalable and sustainable logistics solutions across multiple markets.
Continuity and gradual integration
PPS will continue to operate from its strong regional positions in the UK and will gradually transition to the HB RTS name. The integration will be carried out carefully , with a strong focus on continuity and clear communication with customers, partners and employees.
Building a stronger European platform
Optimising logistics solutions across Europe is increasingly critical in a market where returnable transport items move seamlessly across borders. With this acquisition, HB RTS reinforces its ability to support international supply chains without geographical limitations. By offering consistent systems, processes and services across countries, HB RTS ensures continuity, efficiency and reliability for customers operating on a European scale. The group will continue to invest in circular logistics solutions that strengthen resilience, sustainability and long-term performance throughout the supply chain.
Eric Schrover, CEO of HB RTS: โThis acquisition represents the next phase in our growth and development as a leading European load carrier pooling and logistics platform. PPS is a strong strategic fit, both in terms of services and culture. Together, we are building a stronger combined European business that allows us to support our customers with a wider offering and more consistently across borders.โ
Joanne Lee, Managing Director PPS UK: โJoining HB RTS creates new opportunities for our customers and our teams. We look forward to combining our expertise while continuing to deliver the high level of service our customers expect.โ
Jordan Cott, Partner at Arcus Infrastructure Partners said: โPPS is a strategically important acquisition for HB and a strong fit with its growing platform. The acquisition will strengthen HBโs position as a diversified load carrier pooling partner to the UK food sector, complementing the companyโs existing operations in the UK and across Europe. We look forward to supporting Eric and the expanded HB team through this next exciting chapter of the companyโs growth journey.โ
About HB RTS
HB RTS is a leading provider of circular and reusable logistics solutions, specialising in pooling, rental, washing and management of returnable transport items across Europe and beyond.
About PPS
PPS is a UK-based logistics services provider specialising in pooling, rental and washing services, as well as the supply of returnable transport items through its Alison Handling division.
About Arcus
Arcus Infrastructure Partners is an independent fund manager focused solely on long-term investments in European infrastructure. Arcus invests on behalf of institutional investors through discretionary funds and currently manages โฌ12.5bn of assets (as at 31 December 2025). Arcus targets mid-market, value-add infrastructure investments, with a particular focus on businesses in the digital, transport, logistics & industrials, and energy sectors. Further information on Arcus Infrastructure Partners can be found on www.arcusip.com.
