Kite Advisory advises SA1 Solutions and SA1 Telecoms on sale to Owlis Group

2 November 2026

Kite Advisory is delighted to have acted as lead adviser to the shareholders of SA1 Solutions Ltd and SA1 Telecoms Ltd on their sale to Owlis Group.

Founded more than 20 years ago, SA1 Solutions has grown into a highly respected provider of managed IT, cybersecurity, cloud solutions and strategic technology consultancy to customers across Wales and the UK. SA1 Telecoms complements the business with connectivity, hosted voice and business communications services.

Simon will remain with SA1 following the transaction, alongside Technical Director Alex Kamil, supporting the teams and the continued growth of both businesses as part of Owlis Group.

Simon Ahearne, Managing Director of SA1 Solutions and SA1 Telecoms, said:

“Building SA1 has been an amazing journey, and I’m hugely proud of what we have achieved. None of it would have been possible without the fantastic team around me, our loyal customers, suppliers and partners who have supported us along the way.”

“While this marks an important milestone, it certainly isn’t the end of my journey with SA1. Becoming part of Owlis gives us an exciting opportunity to build on the strong foundations we’ve created, while bringing additional scale, expertise and opportunity to the businesses. I’m genuinely excited about what comes next.”

“Selling a business you’ve spent more than 20 years building is a big decision. Having John and Nigel from Kite Advisory alongside me made a real difference. They understood what mattered to me, offered clear, practical advice and helped me navigate the process with confidence.”

For Simon and the shareholders, finding the right long-term home for SA1 was central to the transaction, with the cultural and strategic fit as important as the commercial terms.

John Pett of Kite Advisory commented:

“It has been a real pleasure working with Simon on this transaction. He and the team have built an excellent business over more than 20 years, with a strong reputation, loyal customers and a culture that has clearly been central to its success.

“From our earliest conversations, Simon was clear that this wasn’t simply about finding a buyer. It was about finding the right home for the businesses, their people and their customers, while providing the platform for continued growth.

“Owlis is an excellent strategic fit and we’re delighted to have helped Simon and the shareholders achieve that outcome. We wish Simon, Alex and the whole SA1 team every success in this next chapter.”

Richard Vogt, CFO at Owlis Group, said:

“SA1 Solutions and SA1 Telecoms are outstanding businesses with an excellent reputation, a talented team and a loyal customer base. Their customer-first culture aligns perfectly with our own, and we’re delighted to welcome them into the Owlis Group.”

About Kite Advisory

Kite Advisory specialises in advising shareholders and business owners on business sales, with M&A expertise in telecoms, technology, managed services and IT services.

Kite advises owners throughout the transaction process, from initial preparation and valuation through buyer identification, negotiation, due diligence and completion.