Ridgeview Partners has made a non‑binding offer to take private Pinewood Technologies, valuing the car‑dealership software provider at around £545 million ($766 million; €673 million). The bid is £4.48 cash per share, representing a 43 % premium to Pinewood’s July 23 share price and a 63 % premium to its three‑month volume‑weighted average price. Pinewood’s board called the valuation “attractive” versus listed peers and said it would recommend the offer if Ridgeview firms up the deal. Apax Partners had previously pursued Pinewood but withdrew its offer in February.

Bridgepoint has agreed to acquire a majority stake in Lansweeper, a technology asset intelligence platform headquartered in Ghent, Belgium. Lansweeper CEO Dave Goossens and the wider management team will remain significant shareholders; existing investor Dovesco will retain a minority interest, while Insight Partners and Imker Group will exit. Lansweeper’s AI‑driven platform uses AI and software platform gives organisations a complete view of every connected device, supporting cybersecurity, operational resilience and complex digital‑infrastructure management.

Providence Equity Partners announced a significant investment in SCG, a UK provider of communications, connectivity and IT services for small and medium‑sized businesses. Providence will take a significant majority stake; Daryl Pile will continue as CEO and founder Paul Bradford will become president and board member. The investment will support SCG’s acquisition strategy and continued growth across healthcare, education, professional services, hospitality and construction.