Gateshead’s Aspire Technology Solutions Secures £200m LDC Backing

Since LDC first invested in 2022, Aspire’s revenue is up 158% and its headcount has grown 55%.

By North East Founders · Gateshead
Key points
  • LDC is leading £200m of new investment in Aspire.
  • The money will support expansion and an acquisition strategy.
  • Aspire provides managed IT, cyber security and workplace services.
The Glasshouse International Centre for Music (formerly Sage Gateshead) on the Gateshead Quays.
The Glasshouse International Centre for Music (formerly Sage Gateshead) on the Gateshead Quays. Photo: William Nicholson / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0

Gateshead-based Aspire Technology Solutions, which provides managed IT, cyber security and workplace services, has secured £200m of new investment led by private equity firm LDC.

Strong growth

LDC first invested in Aspire in 2022. Since then, revenue has reportedly risen 158% and headcount has grown 55%.

Buy and build

LDC says the new investment will help Aspire accelerate its expansion and support an ambitious acquisition strategy. Founder and chief executive Chris Fraser described it as an important new phase for the business.

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