Facilities management: opportunities in an agile and resilient industry
Facilities management: opportunities in an agile and resilient industry
The Facilities Management (FM) industry plays an essential role in supporting businesses. In our latest report we analyse the record levels of M&A in the sector, and the market dynamics driving M&A.
Hard services deals continue to rise, driven by regulation and increasing technical service requirements. The fire safety sector for example has seen unprecedented levels of activity, while M&A in the broader compliance services market, including water and renewables, is accelerating.
Other hotspots include technology-driven businesses. Artificial Intelligence and the Internet of Things are shaping today’s modern facilities by driving efficiencies and sharpening decision making. Meanwhile, the workplace continues to evolve at a pace and scale we could not have imagined five years ago.
The strong underlying drivers for growth remain highly attractive to private equity, which are taking an increasing share of the market. In H1 2024 over two-thirds of deals represented direct investment or follow on deals for private equity-backed businesses.
The report highlights the investors and buyers to watch and the evolving dynamics that will shape the future of the industry.
How we can help
To discuss any of the issues in our report, including how M&A could help your business, please get in touch with our Business Services sector team.