Wtech acquisition strengthens European fire protection reach for APi Group
Iain Hoey
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Expansion of fire suppression scale through Wtech purchase
APi Group Corporation has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Wtech Fire Group to expand fire sprinkler and suppression capabilities across several European markets.
The Minnesota-based APi Group Corporation (APG) announced the transaction is expected to close in the second half of 2026.
This acquisition targets Wtech Fire Group (Wtech) which operates as a provider of fire protection, suppression and detection solutions.
The deal remains subject to customary closing conditions and required regulatory approvals.
Integration of Wtech into international business
Headquartered in Ireland, Wtech serves markets including the United Kingdom, Ireland, Spain, Germany and the Nordic region.
Wtech is expected to contribute approximately $175 million in annual revenue.
The margin profile of the Irish firm is consistent with the existing international business of APG.
Fire sprinkler and suppression services are identified as a key growth area for the company’s international operations.
Russ Becker, APi’s President and Chief Executive Officer, stated: “We are excited to welcome the Wtech team to the APi family.
“Our international business has built real strength in fire alarm and detection, and electronic security, fire sprinkler and suppression is an area where we need greater scale to truly serve our customers end-to-end.
“Wtech fills that gap nicely, and their expertise in this space makes them a natural fit.
“We are pleased to have Ted Wright continue to lead the Wtech business after closing and are confident that, under APi’s ownership, there is a significant runway for Wtech to grow both organically and through strategic acquisitions.”
Strategic alignment and leadership
Ted Wright will continue to lead the business following the completion of the transaction. The acquisition provides a global platform and resources to deliver fire and life safety solutions on a greater scale.
Ted Wright, Wtech Fire Group’s Chief Executive Officer, added: “Joining APi Group marks a transformational moment for Wtech and is a reflection of everything our team has worked so hard to build.
“From day one, it was clear that APi’s values, a commitment to safety, entrepreneurial leadership, and long-term investment in their people, align closely with our own values and culture at Wtech.
“Our customers trust us to deliver high-quality fire and life safety solutions, and being part of APi’s global platform gives us the resources and reach to do that on an even greater scale.
“I’m incredibly proud of what the Wtech team has achieved, and I’m excited about what we will accomplish together as part of the APi family.”
The transaction positions the company to offer end-to-end fire and life safety solutions across Europe.
