Ancala, an experienced investor in mid-market infrastructure in Europe, and Fiera Infrastructure Inc. (“Fiera Infrastructure”), an established Toronto-based investment firm focused on the infrastructure asset class, today announce the completion of the acquisition of Augean plc (“Augean” or the “Company”), for a total consideration of approximately £390 million.

Augean is a highly regarded leader in the specialised waste management sector, with strategically located facilities and broad customer relationships. The business also has exposure to attractive end markets and further growth opportunities, such as the growing need for responsible waste management. It plays a crucial role in the transition towards a more sustainable and circular economy by mitigating the environmental and social impacts of waste. They plan to create value by providing the company with the necessary financial, technical and strategic support to thrive as a private business.

Ancala and Fiera Infrastructure are long-term investors in the waste management sector, with both having existing investments in the space. Ancala’s experience in the sector includes Biogen, the largest owner and operator of anaerobic digestion plants in the UK as well as Ence Energia, Spain’s leading biomass renewable energy platform. Fiera Infrastructure has an existing platform and extensive experience in the UK waste management sector, including its investment in Cory Group, one of the UK’s leading waste management, recycling, and energy recovery companies.

Both investors look forward to working with the Augean management team to support the business through its next stage of growth, thrive as a private business and continue to deliver on its critical mission.

Karen Dolenec, Partner at Ancala, commented:

“We are very excited about this investment which we identified as a leader in an attractive and growing segment with strong tail winds. Ancala has been impressed by the high quality of the team and operations and is excited to support the Company in expanding its role in this critical part of an effective waste management ecosystem.”

Alina Osorio, President of Fiera Infrastructure, remarked:

“Augean is a leading provider of specialised waste management services in the UK, offering essential and responsible treatment and disposal solutions to a broad customer base. Fiera Infrastructure is excited to work alongside the management team at Augean to support the Company in its next stage of growth.”

Jim Meredith, Chairman of Augean, said:

“The completion of this transaction marks an exciting new chapter for Augean and would not have been possible without the hard work and commitment of all my colleagues. We are already a sector leader and we look forward to benefitting from the resources, experience and expertise of Ancala and Fiera to continue transforming the business to improve on our market leadership, through delivering great customer service whilst providing real opportunity for employees and stakeholders.”

Ancala and Fiera Infrastructure were advised by Jefferies and Clifford Chance.

 

  • Share

Recent news

Ancala forms US-based short line rail platform...
28 January 2025

Phoenix Rail has been formed with the acquisition of Lehigh Valley Rail ...

Read more
Private infrastructure offers resilient returns no matter...
09 January 2025

Ancala Managing Partner, Spence Clunie, explains why investing in private infrastructure can provide stable, inflation-linked ...

Read more
Ancala interview with Bioenergy Insight
10 December 2024

Ankur Ajmera, a Partner at Ancala, recently spoke to Bioenergy Insight to discuss M&A activity ...

Read more