Dublin-based cyber-first cloud provider Ekco has acquired UK managed services provider, Solsoft, its seventh acquisition in two years.
Dublin’s Ekco continues its acquisition spree with UK-based Solsoft Group, marking its third this year and seventh in the last two years. Solsoft is a Bristol-headquartered managed services provider (MSP) with clients in legal services, construction, engineering, energy, health and social care.
Solsoft’s 16-strong team will join Ekco’s workforce, which today numbers some 1,000 across Ireland, UK, Netherlands, Malaysia, and South Africa.
This acquisition follows on from the July purchase of Cork’s Adapt IT. Earlier this year, Ekco announced the purchase of Predatech, a UK-based cybersecurity consultancy firm. In 2024, it added UK legal IT specialist CTS to its portfolio and 2023 saw the additions of Radius and Bluecube, as well as cloud migration and cybersecurity specialist iSystems.
It is all part of Ekco’s strategy “to build a unified MSP platform across Europe”.
Ekco was established in 2015 and has 13 offices across Europe, Africa and Asia. The company delivers a range of cloud, cybersecurity and compliance services to businesses.
“Joining Ekco lets us bring more capability and resilience to our customers, backed by Ekco’s scale, while maintaining the responsiveness they value,” said Neil Farnworth, current Solsoft managing director.
“Solsoft is a fantastic addition to the Ekco MSP Division as we accelerate our expansion strategy and continue to grow our footprint and capabilities in key markets.
“Their long-standing commitment to proactive service and their alignment with industry best practices give us real confidence in a fast, effective integration and a stronger UK presence,” said Paul Nannetti, chair of Ekco.
“Having known Solsoft very well for many years, we have always admired their rock solid, client-focused, proactive service in the UK,” said Cian Prendergast, CEO of Ekco’s MSP Division. “This partnership is a perfect match and we are looking forward to growing and learning together.”
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