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Aggreko owners prepare for potential $15bn US IPO

Created at 23 Aug · 3:36 PM1 source↑ Market-relevant
IN SHORT

Aggreko's private equity owners, TDR Capital and I Squared Capital, are reportedly preparing for a New York initial public offering (IPO) that could value the temporary power supplier at approximately $15 billion. The process is expected to involve Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan, and Bank of America.

Key Numbers

$15 billionAggreko's potential IPO valuation
£2.3 billionAcquisition price in 2021
£2.2 billionAggreko's 2023 revenues
13% to 14%Forecasted revenue growth for 2025-2026
H2-2026Potential IPO timeline
12.5xImplied EV/EBITDA (LTM Sep 2025)
$3.2 billionLTM revenues (Sep 2024)
$1.2 billionLTM EBITDA (Sep 2025)
10xImplied EV/EBITDA (LTM Sep 2024)

Who's Involved

Aggreko
Temporary power supplier preparing for US IPO
TDR Capital
Current private equity owner of Aggreko
I Squared Capital
Current private equity owner of Aggreko
Goldman Sachs
Mandated bank for Aggreko's potential US IPO
JPMorgan
Mandated bank for Aggreko's potential US IPO
Bank of America
Mandated bank for Aggreko's potential US IPO

↳ Why This Matters

The potential IPO of Aggreko signifies a significant event in the temporary power solutions market, reflecting strong investor confidence and the company's growth trajectory. A successful listing could provide Aggreko with capital for further expansion and highlight the increasing demand for flexible power solutions driven by sectors like data centers and large events.

Key facts

  • Aggreko's owners, TDR Capital and I Squared Capital, are preparing for a US IPO.
  • The potential valuation for Aggreko is around $15 billion.
  • Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan, and Bank of America have been appointed to manage the IPO process.
  • The listing could occur in the second half of 2026.
  • Aggreko's revenues increased to £2.2 billion in 2023 from £1.76 billion in 2022.

Aggreko, a global provider of temporary energy and temperature control solutions, is reportedly advancing plans for an initial public offering (IPO) on a New York stock exchange. The company's current private equity owners, TDR Capital and I Squared Capital, have engaged investment banks Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan, and Bank of America to manage the process. The IPO could value Aggreko at approximately $15 billion, with a listing potentially occurring in the second half of 2026. This move follows Aggreko's acquisition and delisting from the London Stock Exchange in 2021 for about £2.3 billion. Since going private, Aggreko has demonstrated strong financial performance, with revenues increasing from £1.76 billion in 2022 to £2.2 billion in 2023. Analysts project continued double-digit revenue growth between 13% and 14% for 2025 and 2026. The company's equipment serves clients in sectors such as data centers and large-scale events. The decision to pursue a US listing aligns with a trend of UK firms seeking access to deeper capital markets in the United States.

Frequently asked questions

Aggreko is currently owned by private equity firms TDR Capital and I Squared Capital.

Aggreko was previously listed on the London Stock Exchange before being taken private in 2021.

Aggreko provides temporary energy and temperature control solutions, including power generation and battery rentals.

The IPO is expected to take place as soon as the second half of 2026.

What Happens Next

01Aggreko's owners will continue preparations for the potential US IPO.
02The company may file for listing as soon as the second half of 2026.
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How It Developed

Aggreko's private equity owners, TDR Capital and I Squared Capital, are preparing for a potential US listing.
Banks including Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan, and Bank of America have been mandated to advise on the IPO.
The company could be valued at approximately $15 billion.
A new listing could take place as soon as the second half of 2026.
Aggreko's revenues rose from £1.76 billion in 2022 to £2.2 billion in 2023.

Sources

T1
Temporary power supplier Aggreko to file for US listingSky News · Business
T2
Update: TDR Capital and I Squared Capital appoint Goldman Sachs, J.P ...mainsights.io
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I Squared Capital and TDR Capital appoint Goldman Sachs and J.P. Morgan ...mainsights.io
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Aggreko owners ramp up plans for $15bn NY IPOscottishfinancialreview.com