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| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Internet of Things, Telecommunications |
| Founded | 1999 |
| Headquarters | |
Key people | Oliver Tucker (CEO) |
| Products | IoT connectivity, MVNO services, SIM management |
| Owner | Montagu Private Equity |
| Website | wirelesslogic.com |
Wireless Logic Group is a British provider of Internet of Things (IoT) connectivity services headquartered in Maidenhead, Berkshire. Founded in 1999 as part of Phones International Group, the company offers managed connectivity solutions across multiple mobile networks and platforms. Wireless Logic operates as a Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO), supplying services to system integrators, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), and enterprises.
History
[edit]Wireless Logic was established in 1999 by entrepreneur Peter Jones as part of his Phones International Group. Initially focused on machine-to-machine (M2M) communications, the business evolved into providing IoT connectivity and SIM management services.[1]
In 2011, Jones sold Wireless Logic to private equity firm ECI Partners in a deal reportedly worth £38 million.[2][3]
In 2015, CVC Capital Partners acquired Wireless Logic from ECI Partners as its first investment through the CVC Growth Partners fund.[4]
In June 2018, Montagu Private Equity acquired a majority stake in the company from CVC Capital.[5] In May 2025, General Atlantic acquired a minority shareholding in the business, valuing the company at £3.5 billion.[6][7]
Operations
[edit]Wireless Logic provides managed IoT connectivity services including cellular subscriptions, SIM provisioning, eSIM enablement, and device management. It operates across mobile networks as an MVNO and delivers services to sectors including logistics, healthcare, manufacturing, and smart cities.[8]
The company has operations in over ten countries, including the United Kingdom, Germany, the Netherlands, France, Spain, Denmark, Norway, Austria, and China.[9]
Acquisitions and Global Growth
[edit]Wireless Logic has made acquisitions in the IoT and telecom sectors. Notable acquisitions include:
2023–2025
[edit]- Zipit Wireless (August 2025), a US-based IoT connectivity firm[10]
- Arqia (April 2025), a Brazilian IoT mobile virtual network operator[11]
- Webbing (2023), a US MVNO focused on global connectivity[12]
- Arkessa (2020), a UK-based MVNO providing global M2M and IoT solutions[13]
- Cloud9 (2017), a provider of programmable SIMs and infrastructure for mobile subscriptions[14]
Industry
[edit]In 2022, 2023, and 2025, Gartner quoted Wireless Logic on its Magic Quadrant for Managed IoT Connectivity Services, Worldwide.[15][16]
Wireless Logic is a member of the GSMA.[17]
References
[edit]- ^ "Wireless Logic snapped up by ECI as Peter Jones exits". Growth Business. 16 August 2011. Retrieved 10 September 2025.
- ^ "Wireless Logic sold to boost Jones war chest". The Independent. 11 August 2011. Retrieved 10 September 2025.
- ^ "Peter Jones sells Wireless Logic to create war chest". The Telegraph. 15 August 2011. Retrieved 10 September 2025.
- ^ "CVC buys Wireless Logic from ECI". PE Hub. 11 February 2015. Retrieved 10 September 2025.
- ^ "Montagu to acquire Wireless Logic from CVC". TelecomTV. 26 June 2018. Retrieved 10 September 2025.
- ^ "Montagu-Backed Wireless Logic Welcomes General Atlantic as Minority Shareholder" (Press release). Business Wire. 16 May 2025. Retrieved 10 September 2025.
- ^ "Wireless Logic sells minority stake valuing business at £3.5bn". The Times. May 2025. Retrieved 10 September 2025.
- ^ "Wireless Logic 2025 Company Profile: Valuation, Funding & Investors". PitchBook. Retrieved 10 September 2025.
- ^ "Directory: M2M vendors in EMEA". ZDNet. Retrieved 10 September 2025.
- ^ "Wireless Logic acquires US IoT firm Zipit Wireless". SDxCentral. 14 August 2025. Retrieved 10 September 2025.
- ^ "Wireless Logic acquires Brazilian IoT MVNO Arqia". RCR Wireless. 2 April 2025. Retrieved 10 September 2025.
- ^ "Wireless Logic makes 10th acquisition in two years with deal for US MVNO Webbing". RCR Wireless. 21 August 2023. Retrieved 10 September 2025.
- ^ "Wireless Logic acquires Arkessa". IA Global Capital. Retrieved 10 September 2025.
- ^ "Connectivity and infrastructure platform means customers feel like they own their own connectivity". IoT Now. 5 October 2017. Retrieved 10 September 2025.
- ^ "Wireless Logic named a Leader in 2023 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Managed IoT Connectivity Services". Business in the News. 3 February 2023. Retrieved 10 September 2025.
- ^ Magic Quadrant for Managed IoT Connectivity Services, Worldwide (Report). Gartner. Retrieved 10 September 2025.
- ^ "Wireless Logic Ltd - Membership". GSMA. 23 May 2025. Retrieved 10 September 2025.
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